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/sɪˈkjuːrɪtiz mɑrˈkɪts/ · se-cu-ri-ties mar-kets
noun
- Financial markets where securities, such as stocks, bonds, and derivatives, are bought and sold. The securities markets experienced a significant downturn in the wake of the financial crisis.
- The collective institutions and systems that facilitate the trading of securities, including stock exchanges, brokerages, and clearinghouses. The securities markets are subject to strict regulations to ensure fair and transparent trading practices.
Did you know? The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is one of the largest and most well-known securities markets in the world, with a history dating back to 1792.