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Stock markets are places where people can buy and sell shares of companies. Companies use stock markets to raise money by selling shares, and investors can buy shares to own a piece of the company. Continue Reading Below

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Delisting: Definition and Implications Thumbnail

Delisting: Definition and Implications

SuperMoney Team

NYSE Composite Index: Definition and Practical Usage Thumbnail

NYSE Composite Index: Definition and Practical Usage

Silas Bamigbola

Cash Equity: Understanding Its Significance and Application Thumbnail

Cash Equity: Understanding Its Significance and Application

SuperMoney Team

What is the Record Date? Definition, Importance, and Real-World Examples Thumbnail

What is the Record Date? Definition, Importance, and Real-World Examples

Alessandra Nicole

iShares: How They Work, Types, and Examples Thumbnail

iShares: How They Work, Types, and Examples

Silas Bamigbola

Black Thursday: History, Causes, and Impact Thumbnail

Black Thursday: History, Causes, and Impact

Silas Bamigbola

McClellan Oscillator: Definition, Calculation, and Practical Applications Thumbnail

McClellan Oscillator: Definition, Calculation, and Practical Applications

Silas Bamigbola

Stock Market Crashes: Causes, Impacts, and Prevention Thumbnail

Stock Market Crashes: Causes, Impacts, and Prevention

Silas Bamigbola

Extended Trading: What It Is, How It Works, Risks, and Benefits Thumbnail

Extended Trading: What It Is, How It Works, Risks, and Benefits

Alessandra Nicole

Mastering the Arms Index (TRIN): A Comprehensive Guide to Market Sentiment Analysis Thumbnail

Mastering the Arms Index (TRIN): A Comprehensive Guide to Market Sentiment Analysis

Alessandra Nicole

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Learn About Stock / Equity Markets

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How to Invest in Index Funds

Lawrence Carrel

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Best 7 Assets To Buy In Your 20s (2026 Update)

Jamela Adam

Thumbnail for Blog Article: ETFs vs. Stocks: Which Is Better for You?

ETFs vs. Stocks: Which Is Better for You?

Chip Stapleton

Thumbnail for Blog Article: VTSAX vs. VTI: Which One Should You Choose?

VTSAX vs. VTI: Which One Should You Choose?

Justin Smith

Thumbnail for Blog Article: The Pros and Cons of ETFs

The Pros and Cons of ETFs

Bryce Sanders

Thumbnail for Blog Article: How To Invest In The Stock Market: 8 Basic Concepts

How To Invest In The Stock Market: 8 Basic Concepts

Theresa Cummings

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About Stock / Equity Markets

Stock markets are places where people can buy and sell shares of companies. Companies use stock markets to raise money by selling shares, and investors can buy shares to own a piece of the company. Stock markets can be traded on big exchanges like the NYSE or Nasdaq, or over the counter. Most trading happens on regulated exchanges and they are important for the economy because they show how healthy the economy is and provide money for investors, including those with retirement accounts. People who participate in the stock market include regular and big investors, traders, and market makers who help keep the market active. Brokers help connect buyers and sellers but don't actually own the stocks themselves.