Negative Obligation

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Definition: Negative Obligation


Negative Obligation


Full Definition of Negative Obligation


Regulation by the New York Stock Exchange that request that a specialist not make any trades in the situation when the natural order of supply and demand has matched orders. Specialists are essentially asked to “stand on the sidelines” to allow this natural process to occur and the market to respond accordingly.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Negative Obligation 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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