Title

High Frequency Trading

Authors

Steven D. DolvinFollow

Document Type

Blog Post

Publication Date

8-15-2012

Contents

With recent events such as the Flash Crash and the trading glitch at Knight Capital, high frequency trading has come under increased scrutiny. So, what exactly is high frequency trading and flash orders? Essentially, these traders attempt to exploit differences in bid/ask prices and capture any spread that exists. Check out this video for an illustrated discussion.

Recommended Citation

Dolvin, Steven D., "High Frequency Trading" (2012). All Chapters. 33.
https://digitalcommons.butler.edu/jmdallchapters/33

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