FTB-C000257 / Market data field

Uptick

Uptick is a trade-price classification indicating an increase from the applicable comparison price.

Also known asup tick

Definitions

In plain terms

It labels a qualifying trade as upward under the selected tick rule.

Technical

The feed contract must define comparison trade, equal-price handling, corrections, sequence, venue consolidation, and timestamp.

Scope

It is a trade classification, not the same as an advancing daily issue.

Examples

  • A Fintech Builder lesson can compute or identify Uptick only after declaring its inputs, timing, and edge-case rules.

Common misconceptions

  • It is a trade classification, not the same as an advancing daily issue.

Concept relationships

Where this concept is used

Evidence and governance

  1. Daily TAQ Client Specification New York Stock Exchange / Intercontinental Exchange · official exchange

    Supports: preferred label, short definition, technical definition

    Limits: Product-specific and licensed; it does not create universal eligibility, repair, imputation, tolerance, or aggregation rules.

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fintech-builder-batch-005
Last reviewed
2026-07-27
Next review
2027-07-27
Record status
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