Best Execution

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Definition: Best Execution


Best Execution

Quick Summary of Best Execution


The Stock Exchange rule that requires brokers to carry out a deal on behalf of a client at the best price available in the market. The concept of best price is hard to define. If a broker thinks that the market is falling, should they hang on before buying? Brokers have some discretion but, generally speaking, they execute deals immediately (as much for their own protection as anything else). Timely execution means carrying out the deal within 20 minutes of receiving the client instruction.




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Definition Sources


Definitions for Best Execution are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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