stock market

[stok mahr-kit]

noun

1. a particular market where stocks and bonds are traded; stock exchange.

2. the market for stocks throughout a nation.

   The stock market reacted strongly to the president's speech.

stock market

noun

1. another name for stock exchange

2. the usual US name for stock exchange

stock market

1. A market in which stocks are bought and sold (see stock exchange). Also, the general condition of the sale of securities in a corporation.

Word History and Origins

Origin of stock market¹

First recorded in 1800–10

Example Sentences

The majority of equity analysts and investors reckon the stock market will continue to rise in 2026, propelled by more interest rate cuts, a stoic economy and optimism over a broadening AI trade.

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The stock market was relatively calm in the weeks leading up to its late-October high, in contrast to the parabolic increase that you’d expect if tops were the opposite of bottoms.

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While the U.S. stock market is closed for the Thanksgiving holiday, the cryptocurrency market never stops—trading 24/7.

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Thanksgiving week—which includes trading sessions directly before and after the holiday—has historically been a period of stock market gains.

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JPMorgan has an optimistic view on U.S. stock markets next year, and AI momentum will be playing a starring role.

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Related Words

• stock exchange