stock exchange
A "stock exchange" is a centralized marketplace where securities are traded, playing a crucial role in capital formation, price discovery, and providing liquidity in the financial market.
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Definition
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(technical, formal)A regulated marketplace where stocks, bonds, and other securities are bought and sold.
Example
- The New York Stock Exchange is one of the largest stock exchanges in the world.
- Investors flock to the stock exchange to trade shares of publicly held companies.
B2Finance
(technical, formal)An institution providing a platform for companies to raise capital by issuing shares and for investors to trade these shares.
Example
- The company decided to go public by listing its shares on the stock exchange.
- Stock exchanges play a vital role in the economy by facilitating the flow of capital.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "stock exchange":
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