Merchants are people who buy and sell goods. They trade items such as food, clothing, tools, and materials. Merchants may work in shops, markets, or as traveling traders. Some sell locally, while others trade across long distances.

Merchants are found in cities, ports, and along trade routes around the world. They have existed throughout history, from ancient marketplaces to modern businesses. Merchants are part of how goods move between places. They continue to play a role in trade today.