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What Are Capital Markets?

By Matthew Frankel, CFPUpdated Oct 8, 2025 at 3:15 AM

Key Points

  • Capital markets facilitate raising capital and provide platforms for buying and selling investments.
  • They include stock, bond, and currency markets, distinguishing them from just asset trading spaces.
  • Understanding primary and secondary markets helps investors engage more effectively in capital markets.

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