Stock Market
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The Stock Market is a game within Neopets in which users can invest their Neopoints into companies for hopes of getting a profit. It was first announced in July 2000, opened for alpha testing August 2nd later that same year and open completely on the 24th. Users can buy a total number of 1000 shares per day, and sell as much as they want to Nigel the Commodity Broker Chia, who takes a 20 NP commission from each transaction. Also, due to market regulations introduced on February 4th, 2002, users can only purchase shares in companies that are trading at 15 NP or above. The Stock Market is also called the Neodaq Index.
Companies
AAVL Alien Aisha Vending Ltd.
AAVL have monopolosed the vending industry in Neopia. After setting up the company early in the month of Swimming ,they have made a huge profit by selling their bizarre alien creations to Neopians. Slogan - When you have no other choice.
ACFI Achyfi Enterprises
Achyfi Enterprises manufactures extremely nasty soft drinks, yet they somehow manage to maintain market dominance.
BB Breadmaster Bakeries
BreadMaster Bakeries have had a phenomenal year. Following the success of their main branches, the Kacheek brothers intend to set up a BreadMaster Bakery in every town. Slogan - Cooked foods your mother wishes she could make.
BBBB Bobs Big Bonus Bingo BANKRUPT
Bob is a Blumaroo Bingo Owner. Jealous of the popularity of Dice-A-Roo on Roo Island, Bob migrated to the mainland and set up a range of bingo parlours across Neopia, and he isn't doing too badly as a result!
BODA Böda Furnishings Inc BANKRUPT
Specialising in economical self assembly furnishings. Böda was formed in early in the month of running, year 3 by an Eyrie called Sven. It is still very early stages for Böda but their future looks bright.
BOOM BOOM! Boom boxes! BANKRUPT
Boom! look set to take Year 3 by storm with the release of their latest range of Hi-Fis. The Megablaster 5000 is a remarkable piece of machinery with plenty of buttons, dials and speakers to impress your friends with.
BOTT Balthazars Faerie Bottling Inc.
A very dark and mysterious company indeed. They work underground, popping up when people least expect it and stealing faeries, bottling them, and then selling them on. Why anybody lets these people on the Stock Exchange is beyond most people!
BUZZ Buzz-A-Way Insect Removal
After a slow start to the year Buzz-A-Way have started to pick up quite rapidly. A mysterious epidemic on Umbuku Island did wonders for Buzz-A-Ways stock and things are beginning to look up. Slogan - NO MORE PESTS with US!
CHIA Chia Steel Holdings
A company with a real history, Chia Steel has been serving the Neopian community for over 50 years. Producing everything from construction materials to cutlery Chia Steel looks set to last. Slogan - We are the frame work of the world.
CHPS Chiatech Password Security
Chiatech has experienced some dark times, but with the newly appointed director of operations (Alan Poogleton) and a revolutionary encryption system things look set to improve. Slogan - Never tell anyone your password!
COFL Confederation of Fish Lovers
A mysterious, global organisation that promotes the eating of Fish at every meal. Sometimes when they do marches, their strange chanting can be heard for miles.
CYBU Cybun Electromatics
Cybun got off to a flying start in Year 2 following the release of their snazzy scooters. Will they manage to hold off the competition and continue to grow? CEO Miss Cyberta Green certainly hopes so:) Slogan - You think it, we make it.
DROO Dice-A-Roo Industries PLC.
Following the success of Dice-a-roo, the game that took Neopia by storm DROO cant seem to do any wrong. CEO and Chairman King Roo aims to continue the success of Dice-a-roo with a whole string of interactive games due to be launched in the month of Storing.
EEEEE EEEEEURGH!!! Ltd.
If you see something icky, bizarre or just downright eeeeeurgh on sale in Neopia you can guarantee EEEEE was behind it. The company was founded by a rather ecentric Scorchio inventor who wanted to make unusual products that change the world. His ideas have been met with limited success but rumour has it there is something very big due to be launched in the near future.
FAER Faerie Clothing Ltd.
Year 2 was not so peachy for Faerie Clothing Ltd. Their past few collections have been less than successful. Some critics referred to their Halloween collection as - just a bunch of grapes, thats not scary, thats dull. Will they be able to save themselves with a fantastic Spring collection? We will have to wait and see. Slogan - Enchanting outerwear for all occasions.
FISH Fish Pops!
Fish Pops were a sensation last year, they were all the rage to eat! The fact that they tasted pretty gross lead to their decline, and consequently the stock of their manufacturing company.
FUZZ Fuzz-I-Ow! Plasters and Bandages BANKRUPT since 20 June 2003
After winning an exclusive contract with the Neopian Hospital Fuzz-I-Ow stocks have begun to pick up. Building on this extra stability, Fuzz-I-Ow plan to launch a range of fun plasters designed specially for children. Slogan - We cannot kiss it to make it better, but we can do the next best thing.
HAKA Hakaheke Island Flights BANKRUPT since 10 October 2000
Hakaheke has had some serious competition from Peophin Cruises. Neopians have been opting for the cheaper, more traditional method of transport. If Hakaheke can continue to prove their impecable safety record and lower their prices they should be able to get their customers back, especially for longer journeys. Slogan - We will take you wherever you want to go.
HELT Health Frog Groceries
The Quiggle owner of this company has diversified, and now owns a fleet of delivery Quiggles, all on Gold Bikes, that travel around Neopia dropping off fresh healthy food to your door!
HUW Huberts Hot Dogs
Following rave reviews about his fine hot dogs, Hubert decided to take his company public. His dream is to own a hot dog stand in every town in Neopia, hopefully the money he raises now will help him fulfil his ambition.
JCK Jacko and Sons Painting Ltd. BANKRUPT
Jacko is in the business of painting Neopets, and with their wide, and ever expanding range of paintbrushes they seek to dominate the market. Look out for their special seasonal varieties!
KATE Kacheek Telecommunications BANKRUPT
Kacheek telecommunications are at present unrivalled in their field. Despite claims of poor customer service and technical support KATE looks set to dominate the market for a good few years to come. Slogan - We keep you in touch
KAUF Kau-Kau Farm
Kau-Kau is the main producer of dairy products in Neopia. The had a bad few months following a bacterial scare but business seems more or less back on track. With a new line of flavoured milk drinks due for release early in the month of Awakening, Kau Kau farm profits should begin to climb. Slogan - Natural, fresh and yummy.
KBAT Kor-Bat Cricket Supplies
Kor-Bat has been seeing hard times lately as the popularity of games such as Gormball and Dice-A-Roo have meant Cricket is played less and less, however their hardwood bats are among the finest in the land. Slogan - Our bats will knock you for six.
KSON Kacheek and Sons Landscaping
Founded by a quick thinking avid gardener, Kacheek and Sons specialises in landscape gardening for the rich and famous. With clients such as Kauvara, Thyassa and Ursula Usul, business is booming.
LDSC Lost Desert Scratchcards
Formed in the Month of Awakening, Y7, Lost Desert Scratchcards aims to sell the luckiest scratchcards in existence. If they don't lose them first, that is.
LUPE Lupe Consolidated
Lupe Consolidated is the brain child of CEO and founder Lupert Murdoch. Following the success of his first venture (NeoCorp) Lupert decided to build a one stop shopping experience specialising in consumer goods.
MPC Meridell Potato Company
The finest potatoes in the land.
MYNC Mynci Banana Imports
Mynci Banana Imports had a very slow year. Forced to diversify into other tropical fruits, the Muntando fruit looks like it may just save their business. Slogan - We bring the it fresh to your door.
NAKR Nakron
Nakron is a very new company that aims to provide high quality electrical services throughout Neopia. They are only just installing their equipment so we have yet to see how successful they will be. Slogan - For our power is your power!
NATN The National Neopian Bank
NEGG Neggwork Commerce BANKRUPT
You name it Neggwork Commerce have sold it at one time or another. Now aimed at top quality e-business solutions they intend to build up a strong presence on the internet community. Slogan - We are the Profit Producers.
NTV Neopian TV Channel One BANKRUPT since 7 February 2002
Channel One boast of being the largest TV station in Neopia. In truth they are the only channel but they may face some competition from telecommunications companies such as Kacheek Telecommunications. Slogan - We are #1 on Channel One for all forms of TV entertainment.
PDSS PD Secure Storage
PD have recently signed a deal with the Trading Faerie to store items pending trades. If this contract is renewed their stock looks set to shoot through the roof.
PEOP Peophin Water Parks!
This Water Park has had a lot of backlash following a series of tragic accidents. Increased safety measures and new management have been introduced in an attempt to turn this company around. Slogan - Have a splashing good time!
POWR Power-X Corp.
Power-X... this company is a total mystery, quite what it does nobody knows. Nobody ever goes in nobody ever comes out but the company accounts are astounding.
SHRX Shoyrux Enterprises
Shoyrux Enterprises is a very mysterious company. No one knows exactly what they do, nobody goes into their offices and nobody comes out yet their stock price keeps on rising! Slogan - Making your life easier.
SILL Silly Squirrel Incorporated BANKRUPT
Silly Squirrel manufacture toys for baby pets, and generally anything that makes a rude noise. They also have a wide range of jokes and those small toys that you find within crackers!
SKBD Skeith Bodyguards Inc.
Skeith Bodyguards was founded in the month of Sleeping, Year 2. The CEO and Chairman Mr Butch Skeithness believes that security is the key to all successful businesses and intends to make partnerships with all the major Neopian by the end of the year. Slogan - We will die for you.
SKEI Skeith Feeding Ltd.
Skeiths are hungry little critters, and need to be fed constantly, and that is the basis around Skeith Feeding Ltd. For a fee they will send around one of their feeding consultants, and a dietary technician to help your Skeith maintain a glossy coat and healthy teeth.
SMUG The Smugglers Cove
The pirates of Smugglers Cove now traded on the Neodaq!
SSGS Meri Acre Sausages BANKRUPT since 28 October 2003.
The finest tasting sausages youll find ANYWHERE in Neopia.
SSS Super Splime Shakes
SSS is an innovative company ran by two young entrepreneurs. After running their own store for 2 years they decided to expand into the research sector to make truly unusual products. Slogan - We are a research firm investigating the potential for...everything.
STFP Stuff-A-Pet Inc.
Neopians finest stuffed animal toys, intricately designed, and lovingly handcrafted, for you - the caring owner.
SWNC Shop Wizard N-Commerce
Set up by one rather enterprising Jubjub in early Year one, Shop Wizard N-Commerce is Neopias original comparison shopper. Now with locations all over Neopia this company looks set to soar. Slogan - Comparison shopping at its best.
TAG The Auction Genie
It's been a phenomenal year for Auction Genie Inc. Since their early beginnings in Neopia Central to their branch offices on Mystery Island and high atop Happy Valley, the company has continued to expand and shows no sign of slowing down. Since their acquisition of Lupe Consolidated, it looks like Auction Genie Inc. may be the only sure thing in this year's fluctuating and unpredictable market. Slogan - Making your wishes come true(unless you get outbid)!
TCAG The Chia Actors Guild BANKRUPT
Founded by a group of thespian Chias back in early year 2. The guild raises funds for acting scholarships and struggling artists. Their performances are well renowned as being some of the most spectacular pieces of theatre ever seen.
TEFV Techrobatics Fitness Videos BANKRUPT
Year 2 has got off to a tremendous start following the release of their PetBo videos. Three times World Champion and president, Jayne Simmons claims to have a lot more revolutionary fitness routines in the pipelines so Techrobatics looks set to continue its current trend. Slogan - Eat, exercise and stay in shape with techrobatics.
TNAH The Neopian Auction House
Following the success of the well established Neopia Central Auction House things couldnt be better for this company. Rumour suggests possible expansion in late Year 3. Slogan - You sell, we buy. You buy, we sell.
TNPT The Neopian Times
The Neopian Times is Neopia's premiere newspaper, bringing you all the latest news and tips.
TPEG Theme Park Entertainers Guild
The T.P.E.G consists of the finest performers in Neopia. If you see a spectacular play, performance or show you can guarantee T.P.E.G was behind it. Slogan - What is fast, scary, and fun? US!
TPP The Presidential Palace
Owned by the infamous PJ Grundonn, the Presidential Palace is one of the most oppulent ventures in the history of Neopia. Boasting a full size Casino, Olympic sized pool and 15 Restaurants this truly is a home for the rich and famous. Slogan - The finest things money can buy.
TSRC The Shoyru Company
The Shoyru Company has dominated the music industry since its formation in the month of Storing, Year One. With stars such as Bunny Spears and NSkeith under their wing they look set to continue, as long as founder Lou Poogleman doesn't make anymore public bloomers. Slogan - The Music Company of the Stars!
UNIB Unis Beauty Salon
The vain Uni is often found either having her hair done, or hooves manicured. There are around 150 branches of Unis (the most popular name in Beauty) Salons around Neopia.
VPTS Virtupets
This evil company is a front for Sloth and his nefarious schemes. Do not invest, we repeat do NOT invest!
YIPP Yippee!
Yippee was founded by David Fuzio and Jubjub Yang way back in early Year One. Yippee currently provides search services for Neopia Central and plans to expand their directories to include Maraqua, the VirtuPets Space Station and Faerieland. Slogan: You name it, we will find it!
News and Research
Every day, a summary of all the stocks up and downs is written, going indepth into why some stocks are going good and others are doing bad. There is also a Stock of the Day, which features a random company regardless of their current standings.
Trivia
- The Stock Market crashed on 5 December 2000.
- The shares-per-day limit of 1000 has been in place since 31 August 2000.
- Alpha testers were only able to view companies and buy shares until 7 August.
- The Bargain Stocks view became available 22 September 2000 along with an upgrade to the system.