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Extreme Bid-Ask Spreads
Why it matters

Persistent wide spreads erode price discovery, increase transaction costs and can breach best-execution rules, exposing firms and venues to regulatory sanctions and reputational damage.

Risk Triggers
  • Bot Manipulation

  • Liquidity Drain

  • Listing On Small Exchange

  • Market Exit

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Risk profile

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