> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://brightypad.gitbook.io/whitepaper/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://brightypad.gitbook.io/whitepaper/ecosystem/price-discovery-mechanisms.md).

# Price Discovery Mechanisms

Price discovery is a fundamental aspect of every secondary market, including cryptocurrencies. Price discovery helps to give an accurate value of an asset based on current market trends. As a BrightyPad holder, you can count on buying and selling decisions based on price discovery. You can confide on it for measuring your performance, determining taxes and making accurate payments.