Glossary
OHLC: meaning, example and why it matters
Open, high, low and close: the four prices that summarise a trading period such as a day.
Worked example
A day with open ₹250, high ₹262, low ₹247 and close ₹259 has OHLC of 250 / 262 / 247 / 259. The day's range is 262 − 247 = ₹15 and close minus open is +₹9.
Illustrative numbers for explanation only. They are not market data, a forecast or a suggestion.
Why it matters
Four numbers are enough to draw a candlestick and to compute range and open-to-close change.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the close always the last traded price?
Usually it is a closing price computed by the exchange's rules, which may differ slightly from the final trade.
Is this page investment advice?
No. OHLC is explained in general terms with illustrative numbers. Market Dekho is not a SEBI-registered Research Analyst or Investment Adviser.
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