Trade Execution
/ˈtreɪd ɛksɪˈkjuːʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The completion of a buy or sell order in financial markets, legally binding the parties to the terms agreed upon.
The trade execution occurred instantly once the buyer's offer was matched on the exchange.
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- trade execution
- trade executions
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Commentary
In legal contexts, trade execution refers specifically to the moment a trade becomes a binding contract, emphasizing the importance of exact timing and agreed terms.
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