Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Business Studies

Chapter

Financial Markets

Question:
When a company needs money, it looked for long-term funds i.e. debt + equity. There was a lot of debate over whether the company should go with debt or stock. Finally, it made the decision to pursue equity. The company’s owner made the decision to follow SEBI requirements.
Which financial market is highlighted at the start in this case?
Options:
Money market
Stock exchange
SEBI
Capital market
Correct Answer:
Capital market
Explanation:
Capital Market is a place where long-term funds are mobilised by the corporate undertakings and Government. Capital Market may be divided into primary market and secondary market. Primary market deals with new securities which were not previously tradable to the public. Secondary market is a place where existing securities are bought and sold.