noun
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commission charged by a broker to his principals
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a broker's business or office
Etymology
Origin of brokerage
First recorded in 1425–75; late Middle English; broker + -age
Example Sentences
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Forward price/earnings ratios are current stock prices divided by consensus 12-month earnings-per-share estimates among analysts working for brokerage and research firms.
From MarketWatch
Forward price/earnings ratios are current stock prices divided by consensus 12-month earnings-per-share estimates among analysts working for brokerage and research firms.
From MarketWatch
The antitrust review waiting period for the Compass and Anywhere merger expired, signaling progress toward combining the two largest U.S. brokerages.
From Barron's
Many arrive heavily indebted with recruitment and brokerage fees -- including Minh, who intended to work to pay off the $7,500 he owed and send money to his family.
From Barron's
Some of the most successful new financial-services companies, such as Robinhood, now offer brokerage services not only on stocks and bonds but also on a variety of alternative investments.
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