Session 16 | Reading 44 | LOS l    

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LO l: Explain the motivation for algorithmic trading and discuss the basic classes of algorithmic trading strategies.


 
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Algorithmic trading is the use of 
 
automated, quantitative systems that utilize trading rules, benchmarks, and constraints. 
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The motivation for algorithmic trading is to 
 
execute orders with minimal risk and costs. 
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The use of algorithmic trading often involves 
 
breaking a large trade into smaller pieces to accommodate normal market flow and minimize...
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Algorithmic trading consists of: 
 
logical participation (simple logical and implementation shortfall), opportunistic participation,...
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Simple logical participation strategies seek to 
 
trade with market flow so as to not become overly noticeable to the market and to minimize...
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Implementation shortfall strategies 
 
minimize trading costs as defined by the implementation shortfall measure or total execution...
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Opportunistic participation strategies 
 
trade passively over time, but increase trading when liquidity is present.
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Specialized strategies
 
include passive strategies and other miscellaneous strategies.

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