Market capitalization is the stock price multiplied by the number of shares. It represents the total value the market assigns to the company — it is a measure of size, not of quality or valuation.
The largest companies on B3 concentrate most of the volume and the IBOVESPA, and tend to be the most liquid and the most covered by analysts.
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Frequently asked questions
What is market capitalization?
Market capitalization is the stock price multiplied by the number of shares. It represents the total value the market assigns to the company.
What is the difference between market cap and intrinsic value?
Market cap is the current price assigned by the market. Intrinsic value is the theoretical value calculated from the company's fundamentals (earnings, dividends, etc.).