Congestion
Definition of 'Congestion'1. A market situation whereby the demand of contract holders wishing to exit their existing positions exceeds the supply of willing participants wishing to enter into the offsetting position.2. A period of time when a stock trades either below resistance or above support, or both. |
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Investopedia explains 'Congestion'1. During times of congestion, contract holders, since their positions are unattractive to new investors and in order to offset their positions, will be required either to pay a high premium or sell at a low discount. |
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