Research the stock history of one company's stock (the stock must have been traded on the New York Stock Exchange for at least 5 years). You will report on any significant gains or losses over the years and analyze what may have caused this price fluctuation (hint: use articles and reports, etc. that occurred around the time of the change).

If you had invested $10,000 in this stock 5 years ago, what would be your profit or loss? Compare this to investing it in a Certificate of Deposit (at the current rate). You can call or look on the website of any bank to find the Certificate of Deposit (CD rate).