OTC vs Exchange: Structural Differences

Different tools for different objectives.

Exchange flow

Retail exchanges optimize for convenience and standardized execution. Public order books and on-exchange flow may be fine for small sizes, but they can be suboptimal for discretion and impact control.

OTC flow

OTC execution emphasizes coordination and structure: defined quote window, settlement preference, and optional tranche planning for size-aware execution.

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