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Bid Price

By Ryan Silk & Lawrence Polatchek · Reviewed April 2026 · Options Trading Glossary

Highest price buyers will pay

What is Bid Price?

Bid Price The highest price a buyer is willing to pay for an option. When you sell, you typically receive the bid price.

Complete Definition

The highest price a buyer is willing to pay for an option. When you sell, you typically receive the bid price.

Related Terms

Ask Price Bid Ask Spread
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This guide is updated as market conditions and ORATS data change. Last revised 2026-05-12. How we research →

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