In an academic sense, stock exchanges shape global finance by providing a secure platform for trading stocks, derivatives, and commodities, influencing investments and economic stability. More practically, their performance reflects broader economic conditions and market sentiment across regions. Often, they are the face of an entire economy.
This article highlights some of the largest stock exchanges as of November 2024, including the New York Stock Exchange and NASDAQ. These exchanges facilitate billions in daily transactions and are key indicators of economic strength and overall corporate performance.
First Published: Feb 14, 2025, 17:30
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