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Trade Date
The date on which a security trade occurs.
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This differs from the settlement date, which is usually 1-5 days after the trade date depending on the transaction type.
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See also: Contract for Differences, Settlement Date, Trade
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trade date
- The date on which an order is executed. Payment or delivery must be made within five business days of the trade date. Compare settlement date. Also called transaction date.
Wall Street Words: An A to Z Guide to Investment Terms for Today's Investor by David L. Scott.
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