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/ˈmɑːrkɪt ˈvæljuː/ · mar·ket val·u
noun
  1. The price which a seller or insurer might reasonably expect to fetch for goods, services, or securities on the open market. The market value of the company's stock plummeted after the financial crisis.
  2. The worth or value of a particular market or industry, often used to describe its size or influence. The tech industry is a significant market value in the global economy.
Did you know? The concept of market value has been used in various contexts, including art, where the market value of a piece can be significantly higher than its actual worth.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026