capital markets
/kæpɪtəl ˈmɑːrkɪts/ · cap-i-tal mar-kets
noun
- The market for long-term securities, including the stock market and the bond market. The company's financial analysts closely monitor the capital markets to make informed investment decisions.
- A system or institution that provides financing for businesses and governments through the issuance of securities. The central bank plays a crucial role in regulating the capital markets to maintain economic stability.
Synonyms
financial marketsinvestment marketsstock marketsbond marketssecurities marketsequity marketscommodity marketscurrency markets
Antonyms
Did you know? The term 'capital markets' is often used interchangeably with 'financial markets', but they can have slightly different connotations, with 'capital markets' emphasizing the long-term nature of investments and 'financial markets' encompassing a broader range of financial transactions.
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