Equity Market

The equity market is where shares are traded, capital is raised, and stocks are offered, split into two types. The primary market involves first-time share offerings via IPOs or private placements, often over-the-counter, though exchange-traded IPOs are regulated. The secondary market is where existing shares, bonds, futures, and options are traded, typically on well-regulated exchanges. The primary market fuels company fundraising, while the secondary provides liquidity for investors. Together, they form a system connecting businesses to capital and traders to opportunities, balancing issuance and ongoing trade.