What is Algo trading ?

Definition:

 Algorithm trading is a system of trading which facilitates transaction decision making in the financial markets using advanced mathematical tools.

Description:

 In this type of a system, the need for a human trader's intervention is minimized and thus the decision making is very quick. This enables the system to take advantage of any profit making opportunities arising in the market much before a human trader can even spot them.

As the large institutional investors deal in a large amount of shares, they are the ones who make a large use of algorithmic trading. It is also popular by the terms of algo trading, black box trading, etc. and is highly technology-driven. It has become increasingly popular over the last few years.

Credits : EconomicTimes