The Language of Financial Markets

Why do we need to know this? Participation in the world of finance requires learning a new language. In order to be successful in the financial market you must be able to speak the financial language.

Activity 1 Look at the list of terms & definitions found in the investing 3 ring binder Our goal within the next few days is to become experts on these terms.

Terms– Language of Financial Markets Buying & Selling in the Market Buying on Margin Commission Odd Lot Price Round Lot Selling Short Exchanges & Indexes AMEX DJIA NASDAQ NYSE Over-the-Counter Market

Visual 1 – Language of Financial Markets continued People in Financial Markets Broker Dealer Institutional Investor Investment Banker Stockholder

Visual 1 – Language of Financial Markets continued Stocks, Bonds, and Mutual Funds Bond Common Stock Initial Public Offering (IPO) Mutual Fund Preferred Stock

Visual 1 – Language of Financial Markets continued Technical Terms Capital Gain Dividend Growth Stock Income Stock Stock Split

Review Make note cards with the definition on one side and the answer on the back Quiz each other to prepare for test over these terms.