BusinessSeptember 6, 2026
megacapitalisation
MEG-uh-kap-ih-tuh-luh-ZAY-shun
Definition
A term describing companies with an exceptionally large market value, typically defined as those at the very top of the stock market in terms of total share value.
Etymology
The word is a modern compound formed from 'mega-' (a Greek-derived prefix meaning large) and 'capitalisation' (from the French 'capitalisation' and Latin 'capitalis').
In the news
The article discusses the importance of diversification, noting that a healthier market is one driven by broad earnings growth rather than one reliant solely on gains from a handful of megacapitalisation companies.
Hubbis Macro Corner: Hawkish Jackson Hole, Higher Yields and Broader AI Leadership Reframe Portfolio Risk
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