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**Public Companies with Superscript Stock Symbols in the USA**
**Superscript**
Superscripts (e.g., ^) are used in stock symbols to indicate different classes of shares issued by a company. Common superscripts include:
* **A:** Preferred stock
* **B:** Class B common stock
* **C:** Class C common stock
* **D:** Class D common stock
* **E:** Convertible preferred stock
**Earning and Growth**
Financial performance is a key factor to consider when investing in public companies. Some important metrics include:
* **Earnings per Share (EPS):** The net income earned by a company divided by the number of outstanding shares.
* **Revenue:** The total amount of money a company generates from its operations.
* **Growth Rate:** The percentage increase in a company's financial metrics over a period of time.
**Examples of Companies with Superscript Stock Symbols**
| Company | Stock Symbol | Superscript |
|---|---|---|
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOGL | A |
| Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | BRK.B | B |
| Ford Motor Company | F | A |
| General Electric Company | GE | A |
| Johnson & Johnson | JNJ | A |
**Additional Information**
* Superscript stock symbols can indicate different voting rights or dividend payments.
* Investors should carefully research the specific characteristics of each stock before making an investment decision.
* Financial data and growth rates can be obtained from financial news websites, company filings, and investment research firms.