2)Is stock price maximization good or bad for society?

Answer 1

depends on cause of it

present maximization is by FII in few stocks

if find a scam then it will bad

thus generally 95 % unaffected by profit

Answer 2

The same actions that maximize stock prices also benefit society. Stock price maximization requires efficient, low cost operations that produce high quality goods and services at the lowest possible cost. Stock price maximization requires the development of products and services that consumers want and need, so the profit motive leads to new technology, new products and new jobs. Also, stock price maximization necessitates efficient and courteous service, adequate stocks of merchandise and well located business establishments.

Answer 3

It is generally good for the economy if what you mean is that certain high flying stocks become overvalued for a while. The benefit to it is that it means increased ability for a company who is successful to grow even faster.

Jeff
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