STOCK MARKET

The stock market is a marketplace where buying, selling, and trading of stocks (also known as shares or equities) of publicly listed companies occur. It provides a platform for investors to participate in the ownership and financial performance of companies. Key components include stock exchanges (like NYSE and NASDAQ), where stocks are traded, and brokerage firms that facilitate transactions. Factors influencing stock prices include company performance, economic conditions, investor sentiment, and geopolitical events. Investors aim to profit through capital gains (buying low, selling high) and dividends (share of company profits).