Trade Blotter

/ˈtreɪd ˈblɒtər/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A detailed record of all securities transactions executed by a broker-dealer or trader during a specific trading day, used for compliance and audit purposes.
    The broker reviewed the trade blotter to ensure all transactions were properly recorded.

Forms

  • trade blotter
  • trade blotters

Commentary

Typically maintained daily, a trade blotter serves as an internal document crucial for regulatory reporting and dispute resolution.

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