Stock Exchanges

Learn about the basics of stock exchanges and the most popular ones around the world 🌎

A stock exchange is a marketplace where stocks, bonds, and other securities are bought and sold 💰

The most popular stock exchanges in the world are the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), the NASDAQ, and the London Stock Exchange (LSE) 🗽🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Companies list their stocks on an exchange to raise money and give investors a way to buy and sell their shares 📈

Stock exchanges use the forces of supply and demand to determine the price of a stock, just like any other market 📊

Stock exchanges are regulated by governments and have strict rules to protect investors and ensure fair trading 📜

It’s important to research and understand the different stock exchanges before making investing decisions 🧐

Now you have a better understanding of stock exchanges and their role in the world of investing! 💡

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