Summarizing the Market

The stock markets are financed markets in which public or private securities are traded. Its main function is to satisfy the needs of the demanders and suppliers of money.

For investors, stock markets basically provide an opportunity to yield savings, as well as security, information and liquidity.

For those companies who quote, the market supposes to broaden funding possibilities at a lower cost., as well as supply liquidity to stocks or debt that are issued and better the public image thanks to free advertising. Another great advantage of the market is that it allows companies that quote know, at all time, which is the market price of their stock. However, these companies have to have great informative clarity and expertise to maximize their management.

Finally, it is convenient to emphasize the relevant role the stock market has as an economy barometer, since movements in the stock market have been the prolegomenon of expansions and important economic recessions.