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Definition of 'Story Stock'

A stock whose value is a reflection of expected future potential (or favorable press coverage) rather than its assets and income.
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Investopedia explains 'Story Stock'

An example of a story stock is a biotech company that expects test results for a cancer treatment. The stock would trade higher because of the expectation of good results.

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