The stock market refers to a collection of markets and exchanges where shares of publicly traded companies are bought and sold. It is a platform that facilitates the trading of equity securities, enabling companies to raise capital from investors who purchase their shares. Investors can buy shares with the hope that they will increase in value over time, allowing them to sell those shares at a profit. The stock market is composed of both primary markets, where new issues of stock are sold to investors, and secondary markets, where existing shares are traded among investors. Stock market performance is often seen as an indicator of economic health, as it reflects investor sentiment and expectations about future company performance and overall economic conditions. Various indices, such as the S&P 500 or Dow Jones Industrial Average, track the performance of specific segments of the stock market to provide insights into market trends.
Japan's stock market showed a positive trend today, with many prominent companies reporting gains. Leading the charge is Toyota, which saw its ADR close at 2,911 yen, achieving an increase…