Definition of Arbitrage
What is Arbitrage
Arbitrage is a strategy that involves the simultaneous purchase and sale of the same or related securities across two or more markets to benefit from a discrepancy in their price relationship. The existence of arbitrage is due to market inefficiencies.
While the price differences are typically small and short-lived, the returns can be significant when traded in large volumes. Arbitrage is commonly leveraged by hedge funds and other sophisticated investors.
Types of Arbitrage
Glossary of Terms and Phrases
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Related Investment Terms
Forex
Hedge Fund
Merger
