In high-frequency trading, an execution commodity refers to standardized, low-latency infrastructure—like colocation servers or direct market access—used to execute orders. It benefits quantitative firms and hedge funds seeking speed parity. By commoditizing execution, traders reduce costs and avoid technological arms races, focusing instead on alpha-generating strategies.
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