Investing in Stocks
What is a market maker?
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A market maker is a securities firm that signs a market-making agreement with the exchange and continuously presents two-way buy and sell quotes for predetermined stocks, acting as a counterparty to investors' trades.
It supports smooth trading, reducing investors' transaction costs and improving price continuity.
This answer is general financial information as of 14-10-2026, not investment advice. Rules and tax rates change, so please also check the latest guidance from the source institution.
