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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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Inside Quotes: Definition, Examples, and Market Implications Thumbnail

Inside Quotes: Definition, Examples, and Market Implications

SuperMoney Team

New Zealand Stock Exchange (NZX) : Definition, Functions, and Examples Thumbnail

New Zealand Stock Exchange (NZX) : Definition, Functions, and Examples

SuperMoney Team

Sponsored ADRs: Definition, Levels, and Examples Thumbnail

Sponsored ADRs: Definition, Levels, and Examples

Silas Bamigbola

Understanding Optionable Stocks: How They Work and Strategies Thumbnail

Understanding Optionable Stocks: How They Work and Strategies

SuperMoney Team

Historical Returns: Definition, Examples, and Analytical Insights Thumbnail

Historical Returns: Definition, Examples, and Analytical Insights

Silas Bamigbola

SP 500 Pure Value Index: Definition, Performance, and Investment Strategies Thumbnail

SP 500 Pure Value Index: Definition, Performance, and Investment Strategies

Silas Bamigbola

Dynamic Asset Allocation: Navigating Markets with Strategies and Examples Thumbnail

Dynamic Asset Allocation: Navigating Markets with Strategies and Examples

SuperMoney Team

Active Share Study: Definition, Implications, and Insights Thumbnail

Active Share Study: Definition, Implications, and Insights

Alessandra Nicole

StockCharts Technical Rank (SCTR): Assessing Technical Strength in Stocks Thumbnail

StockCharts Technical Rank (SCTR): Assessing Technical Strength in Stocks

Alessandra Nicole

Above the Market Orders: Understanding, Applications, and Real-World Example Thumbnail

Above the Market Orders: Understanding, Applications, and Real-World Example

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.