This article throws light upon the three main components of capital market. The components are: 1. New Issue Market 2. Secondary Market 3. Financial Institutions. Capital Market: Component # 1. New Issue Market: The new issue market represents the primary market where new securities, i.e., shares or bonds that have never been previously issued, are offered. Both the new companies [...]
This article throws light upon the six major weaknesses of stock exchange in India. The weaknesses are: 1. Lack of Professionalism 2. Domination of Financial Institutions 3. Poor Liquidity 4. Domination by Big Operators 5. Less Floating Stocks 6. Speculative Trading. Weakness # 1. Lack of Professionalism: The majority of stock brokers lack professionalism. They lack proper education, business skills, infra-structural [...]
This article throws light upon the seven main factors influencing prices on stock exchanges. The factors are: 1. Financial Position of the Company 2. Demand and Supply Position 3. Role of Financial Institutions 4. Lending Rates 5. Trade Cycles 6. Speculation Activities 7. Government Control. Prices on Stock Exchange: Factor # 1. Financial Position of the Company: The financial position [...]