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.

Gordon Scott has been an active investor and technical analyst or 20+ years. He is a Chartered Market Technician (CMT). Algorithmic trading involves three broad areas of algorithms: execution ...

The phrase "trading" is used when you and another one agree to exchange what you own for something they possess. A blue jacket, for example, may be traded with someone who has a coat of another hue if ...

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is now weighing in on all things regarding algorithmic trading. On its website, the European regulator has published a new report that summarizes its viewpoint on ...

With growing client expectations and a constantly developing market landscape, Wesley Bray explores the evolution of algorithmic trading, delving into its use cases, the importance of data and trader ...

Developing algorithmic trading models and strategies is no simple task. To make matters worse the current state of crypto is highly volatile and rapidly changing. The market has become war zone due to ...

Whether you’re naturally math-inclined or dedicated to honing your craft, algorithmic trading is possible. Better yet, you don’t have to modify your schedule or enter an intimidating classroom setting ...

On 26 February 2026, the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) published a new Supervisory Briefing on Algorithmic Trading in the EU. The briefing draws heavily on insights from ESMA’s 2022 ...

On 22 August 2025, the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) published its high level observations following a multi-firm review of algorithmic trading controls. During the review, the FCA assessed a ...