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Primary and Secondary Markets | Canadian Investing
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Ever wondered where your money actually goes when you buy a stock? The answer depends on which market you're in. In this episode, we break down primary markets — where companies raise fresh capital through IPOs — and secondary markets — where investors trade with each other and the company never sees your money.
Key takeaways:
- Primary market: your money funds the company (IPOs, new issues)
- Secondary market: your money goes to another investor
- Why both markets need each other to…
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