Financial Terms Glossary

The most important financial terms - with simple and concise explanations.

Bid-ask spread

The ask price refers to the price at which someone is willing to sell a security. The bid price represents the price at which someone is willing to buy. Accordingly, the bid-ask spread refers to the difference between the bid and ask prices.

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