The ease with which an asset can be quickly converted into cash without significantly affecting its market price. It is a crucial concept in finance, reflecting the ability to buy or sell assets in the market efficiently.
Plays an important role in the financial markets by offering to buy or sell assets, securities, or financial instruments to other market participants. They contribute to market liquidity by providing continuous quotes and ensuring that there are buyers and sellers available for trading activities.
The period in which the London financial markets are open for trading.
A measurement used to determine the size of a particular deal. Typically, investors begin trading with one lot.
A fee charged by brokers or financial institutions for executing trades in financial markets, such as stocks, options, futures, or currencies (Forex). The commission is typically based on the volume or size of the trade, usually measured in standard lots or units of currency.
An economic indicator that offers information about future economic activity.
Leverage refers to the use of borrowed capital or debt to increase the potential return on an investment. It allows an investor or a company to control a larger position or asset with a smaller amount of their own capital.
London Interbank Offered Rate, which is a point of reference interest rate within the financial markets.