Explained in plain English
What's a stock market listing?
When a company 'lists' on the stock market, it means its shares are available for anyone to buy. This allows the company to raise a lot of money from investors, which it can then use to grow. For investors, it's a chance to own a piece of the company and potentially profit if its value increases.
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