How much money does it take to start investing in stocks? There is no answer to that question that will satisfy everyone. But even with a relatively modest sum, such as $500, acquiring shares of companies with excellent prospects is more than possible.

So, for those who have that much to spare -- funds that they aren't saving for an emergency -- let's look at two excellent companies whose shares can be bought for much less than $500: Veeva Systems (NYSE: VEEV) and Match Group (NASDAQ: MTCH).

Among the dozens of companies that offer cloud-based services, Veeva Systems stands out due to its hyper-focus on providing cloud solutions catering to life science companies. There are good reasons why Veeva chose to focus on this market. First, it is highly capital-intensive. Second, life science companies are heavily regulated. Failing to follow the strict guidelines set forth by authorities can have severe financial consequences.

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