Capital markets are the lifeblood of the financial system. They help facilitate raising capital, trading, and investing and ensure the smooth operation of equity and debt markets. Companies in this industry include investment banks and brokerage firms.

Tradeweb Markets (NASDAQ: TW) is one company in the industry worthy of consideration. The professional trading platform has grabbed market share en route to its stellar growth over recent years. If you're looking to invest in capital market stocks, Tradeweb is a top choice. Here's why.

Formed in 1996, Tradeweb Markets could be considered one of the earliest fintechs. At that time, the professional trading platform brought U.S. Treasuries trading into the technological age. It caters to Wall Street's largest participants, facilitating trading across various assets for hedge funds, central banks, market makers, and other institutions.

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