In the fast-paced world of financial markets, algo trading platforms have become a popular, efficient and effective way to trade. But what are algo trading platforms, and what risks do they entail?

Algorithmic trading ispurchasing or selling stocks and other investment assets via an automated electronic order. In other words, software can be programmed with instructions to buy or sell an asset.

These days, many aspects of everyone’s lives are being overtaken by algorithms — from online searches to social media accounts and even investments. You may hear terms thrown around — for example, ...

80% of the daily moves in U.S. stocks are machine-led. Machines are causing sharp drops and rallies based on immediate data releases. Over the last few years, the impact from algo trading has become ...

Refers to computerized trading using proprietary algorithms. There are two types algo trading. Algo execution trading is when an order (often a large order) is executed via an algo trade. The algo ...

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has issued guidelines for retail participation in algo trading after a nudge from the market regulator. Nesil Staney explains how these will ensure better oversight ...

Sebi has introduced a framework to allow retail investors to participate in algo trading safely. Mint explains what the regulations mean for retail investors and what steps are being taken to prevent ...