Stock Markets
Stock markets are organized exchanges where buyers and sellers trade shares of publicly listed companies, enabling capital raising for businesses and investment opportunities for individuals and institutions. They provide liquidity, price discovery, and a regulated environment for securities trading, often serving as economic indicators. Key examples include the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and NASDAQ.
Developers should learn about stock markets when building financial technology (fintech) applications, such as trading platforms, portfolio trackers, or algorithmic trading systems, to understand market mechanics and data structures. It's also valuable for roles in quantitative finance, data analysis for investment firms, or integrating real-time market data into business intelligence tools.