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Block trade

A very large order, typically 10,000 shares or more, arranged away from the regular order book.

Market Structure & FlowIntermediate

Definition

Institutions use block trades to move big positions without pushing the price. They are negotiated with a broker or crossed on private venues, then reported to the tape.

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