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Bid-ask spread

What is the bid-ask spread?

The bid-ask spread is the gap between the highest price a buyer offers and the lowest price a seller accepts. A wide spread means buying and selling right away costs more.

On Polymarket

On Polymarket the displayed price is usually the midpoint of the best bid and ask, or the last trade when the spread is wide.

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Frequently asked questions

How does Bid-ask spread work on Polymarket?

On Polymarket the displayed price is usually the midpoint of the best bid and ask, or the last trade when the spread is wide.

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