A modern method of trading that makes use of powerful computers and rapid programs to transact a large number of trading orders in a fraction of a second. Generally, traders with the fastest processing speeds are the most profitable. HFTs utilize complex algorithms to analyze multiple markets simultaneously and execute buying and selling orders based on the conditions of those markets.
High Frequency Trading
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