Order Flow

Category: finance

The sequence and volume of buy and sell orders currently entering the market.

Order flow is the "real-time demand." By watching order flow, high-frequency traders can see if big money is buying or selling before the price actually moves. It’s the ultimate "inside track" on market sentiment.

Common Examples

• Our automated platform analyzes order flow to detect predatory high-frequency activity that might distort our trade execution price.
• Professional market makers thrive on understanding order flow to manage their inventory and provide consistent market liquidity.