Chapter 2: Algorithmic Trading
Algorithmic trading represents the computerized executions of financial instruments. Algorithms trade stocks, bonds, currencies, and a plethora of financial derivatives. Algorithms are also fundamental to investment strategies and trading goals. The new era of trading provides investors with more efficient executions while lowering transaction costs; the result is improved portfolio performance. Algorithmic trading has been referred to as “automated,” “black-box,” and “robo” trading.
Algorithmic trading is currently one of the hottest areas of capital expenditure for Wall Street firms (both buy-side and sell-side). There are numerous conferences and seminars dedicated to algorithmic trading throughout the United ...
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