ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

Detailed explanation-1: -A stock exchange is a centralized location that brings corporations and governments so that investors can buy and sell equities. Auction-based exchanges such as the New York Stock Exchange allow traders and brokers to physically and verbally communicate buy and sell orders.

Detailed explanation-2: -A mutual fund is a company that pools money from many investors and invests the money in securities such as stocks, bonds, and short-term debt. The combined holdings of the mutual fund are known as its portfolio. Investors buy shares in mutual funds.

Detailed explanation-3: -A stock exchange, securities exchange, or bourse is an exchange where stockbrokers and traders can buy and sell securities, such as shares of stock, bonds and other financial instruments.

Detailed explanation-4: -Mutual funds let you pool your money with other investors to “mutually” buy stocks, bonds, and other investments. They’re run by professional money managers who decide which securities to buy (stocks, bonds, etc.) and when to sell them.