GlossaryMarkets & assets

Quote timestamp

The recorded time associated with a displayed price update. Matching timestamps is necessary when comparing broker and external prices.

Do not confuse

Common comparison error

A rounded Quote timestamp display cannot resolve equality when stored precision and Bid ask spread differ.

Practical use

How to verify Quote timestamp

Read Quote timestamp together with Ask price, Bid-ask spread, Cryptocurrency. The comparison must preserve the exact rule, value, state, and evidence described below.

A neutral example

A broker candle and external chart disagree on Quote timestamp: one uses midpoint and another last trade. Matching instrument and price type explains Ask price. The evidence must resolve the defining Quote timestamp boundary: the time attached to the price must share a timezone and clock basis with external comparison data.

Evidence path

Where to verify Quote timestamp

Use the source that governs the exact contract, account, entity, or platform state. A general definition cannot replace current broker terms.

Symbol information and market scheduleMatch the symbol to its underlying market, price source, trading hours, weekend treatment, and settlement availability.

Broker platform recordCompare the platform symbol and timestamp with the named market or provider instead of relying on the asset label alone.