Every pair is quoted with two prices: the bid (the lower price at which you can sell) and the ask (the higher price at which you can buy). The difference between them is the spread. Understanding bid and ask helps you see the real cost of entering and exiting a trade.
Forex Term
Bid and Ask
The two prices quoted for every currency pair.
Example
At 1.1050 / 1.1051, you sell at 1.1050 (bid) and buy at 1.1051 (ask).
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