Basics
01. Introduction to Stock Markets
Covers the fundamentals of the stock market, including its definition, how it functions through primary and secondary markets, and its role in economic growth. Also includes insights on regulatory bodies, investor types, and a global overview of major stock exchanges, ending with a summary of its overall significance.
02. Primary vs. Secondary Markets
Covers the structure and function of both primary and secondary markets, highlighting how new securities are issued in the primary market and how existing ones are traded in the secondary market. Explains key features like capital raising, pricing mechanisms, liquidity, and regulatory oversight. Also includes practical examples such as IPOs and stock exchanges, along with a comparison table outlining the core differences between the two markets. Concludes with their importance in the overall financial ecosystem.
03. Major Stock Exchanges
Covers the world’s major stock exchanges, highlighting key details like location, market capitalization, founding history, and standout features of each exchange. Includes prominent examples such as the NYSE, NASDAQ, SSE, JPX, NSE, Euronext, HKEX, SZSE, TSX, and KRX, along with their role in global finance, notable listed companies, and unique characteristics. Concludes with the significance of understanding these exchanges for informed global investing.
04. Understanding IPOs and FPOs
Covers IPOs and FPOs as methods companies use to raise capital—IPOs for going public and FPOs for issuing additional shares post-listing. Explains their types, processes, benefits, and key risks, helping investors understand their role in equity markets.