finanční trhy

Finanční trhy, or financial markets, refer to platforms or systems that facilitate the buying, selling, and trading of financial instruments such as stocks, bonds, commodities, and derivatives. These markets exist to enable the transfer of capital and risk among participants, including individual investors, institutions, and governments. Financial markets can be categorized into various types, including primary markets, where new securities are issued, and secondary markets, where existing securities are traded among investors.

Key characteristics of financial markets include liquidity, which allows assets to be quickly bought or sold without causing significant price changes, and transparency, which ensures that all market participants have access to relevant information. They play a crucial role in the economy by providing mechanisms for price discovery, risk management, and capital allocation. Financial markets can operate in various forms, including stock exchanges, over-the-counter markets, and online trading platforms, and can be influenced by factors such as economic indicators, interest rates, and investor sentiment.