Ask vs Bid

Quick comparison to help you distinguish these two crypto terms.

Ask
beginner
market_structure

The lowest price a seller is currently willing to accept for a cryptocurrency on an exchange, representing the best available selling offer in the order book at any given moment.

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Bid
beginner
market_structure

The highest price a buyer is currently willing to pay for a cryptocurrency on an exchange, representing the best available purchase offer in the order book at any given moment.

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