Stock Markets
Written by: Faheem Jawaid (Riyadh)
You will be surprised to know that all of us are involved in the stock market. However, it is not obligatory to own stocks to be so involved. Nevertheless, it is unavoidable -- as we always have to do something with banks, insurance agencies, pharmaceuticals, hospitals, computers, food and beverages, various other industries, IT, etc. They are all through and through engrossed with the stock markets and so we do - rather ultimately.
Stock markets play vital role in raising capitals for such companies, so that the latter can spread out their operations and functions. In addition, through stock markets, millions of people protect their savings from devastating inflation, by investing in, and trading the shares of, these companies.
The prospects and prosperity of a developing nation depend on how much they take precedence over expanding and establishing its stock exchange.
All stock exchanges of the whole world are linked (thanks to IT) in such a way that the trading of any stock in any market, at fair prices, has become instant and nearing to on the spot.
Note: This article is neither an advisory nor a solicitation. Many more such articles that might be followed are meant to explain and educate nonprofessionals, to know the workings of stock markets and securities industry.
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