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bursátil means stock market — a common term in Spanish for Business. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: February 10, 2026

💼 Spanish for Business

bursátil

adjective • /[boor-SA-teel]/

stock market

Example:

El valor bursátil subió esta semana.

The stock market value rose this week.

🧠 What does bursátil mean?

Bursátil is an adjective that relates to or is characteristic of a stock exchange or stock market. It is used to describe activities, markets, operations, or anything connected with the buying and selling of stocks and other securities on an organized exchange. It implies a financial context involving investment and trading.

📚 Extra examples

  • El mercado bursátil experimentó una gran volatilidad la semana pasada.
    The stock market experienced high volatility last week.
  • Los analistas financieros ofrecen informes sobre la situación bursátil.
    Financial analysts offer reports on the stock market situation.
  • La empresa busca salir al mercado bursátil para obtener financiación.
    The company seeks to go public on the stock market to obtain financing.
  • Las noticias económicas globales tienen un impacto directo en el ámbito bursátil.
    Global economic news has a direct impact on the stock market sphere.

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'bursátil' comes from 'bolsa', which in Spanish refers not only to a handbag but also to a stock exchange. This association likely stems from the bags or briefcases historically used by merchants to carry their financial documents.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "bursátil"

Synonyms: bolsístico, financiero
Opposites: privado, no bursátil

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❓ FAQ

How do you say 'stock market' in Spanish?
The adjective form related to the stock market is 'bursátil'. The noun for stock market itself is 'la bolsa' or 'el mercado de valores'.
How do you pronounce 'bursátil' in Spanish?
The pronunciation is boo[r]-SAH-teel. The stress is on the second to last syllable, 'til'.
How do you use 'bursátil' in a sentence?
'Bursátil' is used as an adjective, typically preceding or following a noun it describes. For example, 'mercado bursátil' (stock market) or 'información bursátil' (stock market information).
What is the English translation of 'bursátil'?
The English translation of 'bursátil' is 'stock market' when used as an adjective, referring to something related to the stock exchange.
Does 'bursátil' change for gender or number?
As an adjective, 'bursátil' does not change for gender. It remains 'bursátil' for both masculine and feminine nouns. It also does not change for number; it is used in the singular and plural form as 'bursátil'.
Is 'bursátil' common in everyday Spanish?
'Bursátil' is a specialized term primarily used in financial and business contexts. While understood by many, it is not as common in casual, everyday conversation as more general vocabulary.
Does 'bursátil' have slang or double meanings?
'Bursátil' does not have common slang or double meanings. Its usage is consistently tied to the financial domain of stock exchanges.
Is 'bursátil' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The core meaning and usage of 'bursátil' are consistent across Spain and Latin America, as it refers to the stock market. Minor regional variations in preferred nouns for 'stock market' itself might exist (e.g., 'bolsa' vs. 'mercado de valores'), but the adjective 'bursátil' remains standard.

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