New York Stock Exchange

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is considered one of the largest stock exchanges on the global list of stock exchanges. Based in New York City, the NYSE lists more than 2 800 companies that have a total capital of $20 trillion. A fixture on the American money market since 1867, the NYSE now uses wireless handheld electronics to allow traders to sell and buy quickly on the floor.

Prague Stock Exchange

The Prague Stock Exchange (PSE) is the second largest stock exchange in eastern and central Europe. The PSE allows only licensed traders who are members of the exchange to trade using the system.

London Stock Exchange

The London Stock Exchange (LSE) is based in London and is considered one of the largest exchanges in the world, with more than 2700 companies on its listing. Opened in 1801, it actually has a history that dates back to 1697. Today, a computerized system is used in trade. The LSE includes the EDX London, which is involved in derivatives and the AIM, which is the main market as well as the market handling alternative investments.

Bombay Stock Exchange

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The Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) is located in Mumbai, and is considered one of the oldest stock exchanges in Asia, as it dates back to 1875. The exchange lists 3500 companies with a capital of $466 billion. This exchange is considered among the 6 largest in the world.

The Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE) is the second-largest stock exchange market in the world, with more than 2 300 companies offering more than 2 000000 shares. The vast majority of listings on the TSE are domestic. Only about 30 companies on the list are not based domestically.

Now that you have a list of stock exchanges to refer to, you have a better understanding of the key players on the stock exchange market. Knowing the major world stock exchanges can help you understand the stock exchange listing you see in the news and can help you make wise investment strategies.

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