- The stock market refers to the collection of exchanges where public trading of company stocks and shares takes place. It allows companies to raise capital and investors to share in ownership.
- Most trading in India occurs on the two main exchanges, Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE). Common stock types are shares in a company's equity, while preferred stock and bonds are other fixed income securities.
- Individual investors can purchase stocks through a brokerage account linked to a trading account and demat account to hold shares electronically. Stock prices fluctuate daily based on demand and supply in the market.