Definition of Stock Market Capitalization

Market capitalization (also known as market value) is the share price times the number of shares outstanding (including their several classes) for listed domestic companies. Investment funds, unit trusts, and companies whose only business goal is to hold shares of other listed companies are excluded. Data are end of year values.

Related Indicators

• Capital Investment
• Stock Market Value Traded
• Stock Market Return
• Capital Formation (% of GDP)
• Stock Market Index