Broker

A broker is a person or company that acts as an intermediary between buyers and sellers of financial instruments such as stocks, bonds, currencies, or commodities. A broker acts as a middleman and facilitates trading by providing customers with access to trading platforms, market information, and order execution.

Brokers typically earn through fees or commissions based on the trading volumes of their clients. Brokers can operate either as standalone companies or as part of a larger financial institution.