Equity markets are where stocks are bought and sold, allowing businesses to raise money and grow. This primer provides an easy-to-understand look at equity markets around the world.
- We compare the United States equity market with those of other countries, showing how they measure in terms of volume, market size, market performance, market costs, and the ETF landscape.
- The report provides an overview of how U.S. equity markets help our economy by creating jobs, encouraging investment, and supporting growth. We also discuss key factors like market size, regulation, and trading practices that make the U.S. market unique.
- By understanding these comparisons, we can see how our equity markets help keep the U.S. economy strong and competitive on a global scale.