Chapter 6
Overview of the Financial Markets
CONTENTS
6.1 L e a d - i n 6.2 K e y Po i n t s 6.3 L a n g u a g e N o t e s 6.4 F o l l o w - u p Ta s k s 6.5 E x t e n d e d Ta s k s
6.3 Language Notes
III. Sentences
1. Financial markets are typically defined by having transparent pricing, basic regulations on trading, costs and fees, and market forces determining the prices of securities that trade.
2. Financial markets can be classified as debt or equity markets, as primary or secondary markets, as exchanges and Over-the-Counter markets, as money or capital markets, or as spot or futures and forward markets.
discuss the various functions of the financial market.
6.2 Key Points
6.2.1 Definition of Financial Markets
¥$
Financial Markets