Definitions
What is a stock exchange?
A financial institution where securities such as shares and bonds are bought and sold
What is liquidity in stock exchange?
the ability to quickly buy or sell shares for cash
Name one Jamaican company listed on the JSE
NCB, Grace Kennedy, Wysinco etc
If an investor buys GraceKennedy shares and receives annual profits, what is this called?
A dividend
Name Jamaica's stock exchange
The Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE
Who regulates the Jamaica Stock Exchange?
The Financial Services Commission (FSE)
Which Jamaican exchange was ranked #1 in the world in 2018?
The Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE)
How does the stock exchange help an ordinary Jamaican student who invest $5000 in shares
It allows them to grow wealth over time through dividends and capital gains, encouraging savings and financial independence
Why is stock exchange considered a financial institution?
Because it channels savings into investments, supports economic growth and regulates financial transactions
List two main securities traded on the stock exchange
Shares(stocks) and bonds
What financial group is one of the largest companies on the JSE
NCB Financial Group
If Wisynco's share price rises from $10 to $16, what profit does the investor make?
A capital gain of $6 per share