Understanding Capital Markets: Market Structure, Products and Regulatory Trends

Overview of capital markets and their significance in the economy

Participants in capital markets: investors, issuers, intermediaries, regulators

Role of capital markets in raising funds and allocating capital

Types of market structures: organized exchanges, over-the-counter markets

Functions of stock exchanges and bond markets

Electronic trading platforms and alternative trading systems

Understanding stocks and equity instruments

Primary market vs. secondary market for equities

Trading mechanisms and order types in equity markets

Overview of bonds and debt instruments

Characteristics of fixed income securities

Primary market issuance and secondary market trading of bonds

Overview of alternative investment platforms: private equity, venture capital, crowdfunding

Characteristics and risks of alternative investments

Regulatory considerations for alternative investment platforms

Evolving regulatory landscape in capital markets

Market trends and technological advancements

Impact of global events and economic factors on capital markets