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What Is a Primary Market?

By Robin Hartill, CFP – Updated Sep 24, 2024 at 10:11AM

Key Points

  • Primary markets sell new securities directly to investors, setting prices via the underwriting process.
  • Secondary markets allow the trading of existing securities, with prices influenced by market demand.
  • Investors can access IPOs and private placements primarily in primary markets, with broader access in secondary markets.
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