stängningspris

A stängningspris, or closing price, is the price of a security at the end of a trading day. It is determined by the last trade that occurs before the market closes. This price is significant because it represents the value of the security at the close of trading on a specific day and is often used as a benchmark for tracking performance.

Closing prices are widely reported by financial news outlets and data providers. They are a key component in calculating daily returns and are used in various financial analyses, including technical analysis. For example, traders may use the closing price to identify trends or to set price targets. It is also used in portfolio valuation.

The stängningspris can be influenced by a variety of factors, including news releases, economic data, and investor sentiment. Market makers and specialists play a role in ensuring an orderly market close and determining the final price. Some markets have a specific "closing auction" period where buy and sell orders are matched to establish the official closing price. This is distinct from the last traded price if that trade occurred before the auction. The methodology for determining the closing price can vary slightly between different exchanges.