High-Frequency Trading (HFT)

Definition

HFT is a subset of algorithmic trading that executes a very large number of orders at extremely high speeds (milliseconds). It requires specialized hardware, co-located servers, and direct market access. HFT is primarily used by institutional traders and is not practical for retail traders on MetaTrader.

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Algorithmic Trading Scalping

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