What is Spot Price?
Spot price represents the current market price for immediate purchase and delivery of an asset. In cryptocurrency markets, it refers to the price at which you can instantly buy or sell a cryptocurrency on an exchange.
Characteristics
Key Features
- Immediate settlement
- Direct asset exchange
- Real-time pricing
- Market-driven valuation
Price Formation
- Supply and demand
- Trading volume
- Market depth
- Order book dynamics
Market Impact
Trading Applications
- Direct trading reference
- Derivatives pricing
- Portfolio valuation
- Trading strategy basis
Price Relationships
- Futures basis
- Options strike reference
- Index calculations
- Cross-exchange arbitrage
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