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Definition of 'Best Ask'

The lowest quoted ask price for a particular stock among those offered from competing market makers.
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Investopedia explains 'Best Ask'

In layman's terms, this is the lowest price for which someone is willing to sell an asset.

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    Ask

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      A type of security that signifies ownership in a corporation and represents a claim on part of the corporation's assets and earnings. There are two main types of stock: common and ...
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