Maker-taker fees

markets

trading

Maker-taker fees differentiate between adding liquidity (maker) and removing liquidity (taker), with different fee schedules and rebates.

concept

Makers place resting orders that add depth; takers execute against existing orders. Fee schedules incentivize liquidity and fund exchange operations.

implications

Maker/taker structures impact strategy choice; passive makers aim for rebates while active takers prioritize execution certainty.

Conceptual links

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A cryptocurrency exchange is a platform for buying, selling, or trading digital assets through crypto or fiat markets.

A decentralized exchange (DEX) lets users trade digital assets from their wallets through smart contracts or peer-to-peer settlement.

An order to buy or sell an asset at a specified price or better, without guaranteeing execution.

A market order buys or sells immediately at the best available prices, prioritizing execution over price certainty.

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