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with asymmetric information and non-Markovian learning. Investors condition on information
in both the current limit order book and also, unlike in previous research, on the prior order
history when deciding whether to provide or take liquidity. Numerical examples show that the
information content of the prior order history can be substantial. In addition, the information
content of arriving orders can be non-monotone in order direction and aggressiveness.
Trading in Modern Markets
Paper Session
Saturday, Jan. 5, 2019 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
- Chair: Sunil Wahal, Arizona State University
Information, Liquidity, and Dynamic Limit Order Markets
Abstract
This paper describes price discovery and liquidity provision in a dynamic limit order marketwith asymmetric information and non-Markovian learning. Investors condition on information
in both the current limit order book and also, unlike in previous research, on the prior order
history when deciding whether to provide or take liquidity. Numerical examples show that the
information content of the prior order history can be substantial. In addition, the information
content of arriving orders can be non-monotone in order direction and aggressiveness.
Speed Acquisition
Abstract
Speed has become a salient feature of modern financial markets. This paper studies investors’ endogenous speed acquisition, alongside their information acquisition. In equilibrium, speed heterogeneity endogenously arises across investors, temporally fragmenting the price discovery process. A deterioration in the long-run price informativeness ensues. Intra- and inter-temporal competition among investors drive speed and information to be either substitutes or complements. The model cautions the possible dysfunction of price discovery: An advancing information tech- nology might complement speed acquisition, which fragments the price discovery process, thus hurting price informativeness. Novel predictions are discussed regarding investor composition, fund performance, and trading volume.Exchange Competition, Entry, and Welfare
Abstract
We assess the consequences for market quality and welfare of different entry regimes and exchange pricing policies in a context of limited market participation. To this end we integrate a two-period market microstructure model with an exchange competition model with entry in which exchanges supply technological services, and have market power. We find that technological services can be strategic substitutes or complements in platform competition. Free entry of platforms delivers a superior outcome in terms of liquidity and (generally) welfare compared to the case of an unregulated monopoly. Controlling entry or, even better typically, platform fees may further increase welfare. The market may deliver excessive or insufficient entry. However, if the regulator is constrained to not making transfers to platforms then there is never insufficient entry.Discussant(s)
Sunil Wahal
,
Arizona State University
Uday Rajan
,
University of Michigan
Haoxiang Zhu
,
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Jiasun Li
,
George Mason University
JEL Classifications
- G1 - General Financial Markets