High-frequency trading has made the stock market better for investors

<i>Breakfast with Benjamin</i> If you're happy with the stock market, you can thank the existence of high-frequency trading.

MAY 11, 2016

By Jeff Benjamin

If you're happy with the stock market, you can thank the existence of high-frequency trading. Creating the best market ever for individual investors.
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