Transaction Finalization

Settlement Date
The term 'Settlement Date' refers to the specific date on which a transaction is finalized and the respective assets are transferred between the buyer and the seller. This term is relevant in various domains such as real estate and securities trading.
Settlement Day
Settlement day refers to the date on which trades are officially cleared through the delivery of the securities or foreign exchange, finalizing the transaction.

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