Equity Exchange

Definition ∞ An Equity Exchange is a marketplace where shares of publicly traded companies are bought and sold. It provides a centralized location for price discovery and liquidity for equity securities. These platforms facilitate capital formation for businesses and investment opportunities for individuals. Regulatory bodies typically oversee their operations to ensure fair practices.
Context ∞ The concept of an equity exchange is evolving with the advent of tokenized securities and blockchain technology. A key debate centers on how traditional equity exchange functions can be replicated or enhanced on distributed ledgers. Future developments include regulatory clarity for digital equity offerings and the interoperability of digital and conventional exchanges.