New York Stock Exchange

Glossary

New York Stock Exchange

The world’s largest stock exchange by market capitalization, founded in 1792. NYSE operates as a marketplace where buyers and sellers trade stocks, bonds and other securities. companies must meet strict financial standards to have their shares traded on the NYSE. The exchange is owned by Intercontinental Exchange (ICE). See Equities, Nasdaq

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