Financial encyclopediaReviewed 2026-10-23

Stock Market

A general term for the organized trading of stocks through exchanges, over-the-counter, and computerized trading venues.

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PROFILE / FACT FILE

Concept at a glance

Term: Stock Market [1]
Subject area: Investor.gov glossary [1]
Jurisdiction / scope: US regulatory and investor-education context [1]
Primary reference: SEC · Investor.gov [1]

Definition and explanation

A general term for the organized trading of stocks through exchanges, over-the-counter, and computerized trading venues. [1]

Frequently asked questions

What does Stock Market mean in the cited reference?

A general term for the organized trading of stocks through exchanges, over-the-counter, and computerized trading venues. [1]

Sources and review dates

US SEC · Investor.gov — Stock Market ↗

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