Overview of Securities and Capital Markets
Learn about equity securities markets, including types of orders, margin and efficient capital markets theory
Overview
Unlock the fundamentals of finance with this comprehensive course on capital markets. Begin with an exploration of their function and vital role in the global economy, then dive deep into the mechanics of equity markets. From understanding call vs. continuous trading, to examining types of exchanges, order types, and the practice of buying on margin, this course builds a strong foundation. Wrap it all together with an introduction to efficient capital markets theory, equipping you with the insight to navigate and analyze modern markets with confidence. Topics covered include:
- Function and role of capital markets
- Attributes of a well-functioning securities markets
- Primary capital markets
- Role of the underwriter
- First-time issues (IPOs) vs. secondary issues
- Secondary capital markets
- Call vs. continuous markets
- Types of exchanges
- Exchange members
- Types of orders
- Motivations and process of short selling
- Buying on margin
- Overview of security market indexes
- Efficient capital markets theory