Stock Market

The Stock Market is a platform or marketplace where shares of publicly traded companies are bought and sold. It serves as a channel for companies to raise capital by offering equity to investors, and for investors to buy and sell ownership stakes in these companies. The stock market encompasses various exchanges, such as the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and the NASDAQ, where traders execute buy and sell orders. Pricing in the stock market is determined by supply and demand dynamics, with factors such as company performance, economic indicators, and investor sentiment influencing stock prices. It plays a crucial role in the economy by facilitating investment, enabling wealth generation, and providing liquidity to investors. The stock market can also be a barometer of economic health, reflecting the overall performance of publicly traded companies.