Skip to Content

stock company

The term stock company refers to an insurance company that has, in addition to surplus and reserve funds, a capital fund paid in by stockholders.

On This Page

stock company

The term stock company refers to an insurance company that has, in addition to surplus and reserve funds, a capital fund paid in by stockholders.

Additional Information


Shares of stock companies are usually traded on one of the organized stock exchanges. A stock company is distinct from mutual or cooperative companies, which have no stockholders.

Related Terms