Brokerage Firm
/ˈbroʊ.kər.ɪdʒ fɜrm/
Definitions
- (n.) A business entity licensed to arrange transactions between buyers and sellers of securities or other assets, typically earning a commission.
The brokerage firm facilitated the stock purchase for the client.
Forms
- brokerage firm
- brokerage firms
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Commentary
The term specifically denotes a regulated intermediary in securities or financial transactions; distinguish from dealers who trade for their own accounts.
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