Pair each equity market trading structure with its correct execution venue mechanism and asset qualification criteria.
- First MarketExecution of exchange-listed equity transactions taking place directly on the trading floor or automated order matching engine of a national exchange.
- Second MarketNegotiated trading of unlisted equities occurring entirely over-the-counter via market makers using inter-dealer quotation systems.
- Third MarketOver-the-counter (OTC) trading of securities that are registered and listed on a national securities exchange.
- Fourth MarketDirect trading of large securities blocks between institutional accounts without using broker-dealers, typically through Electronic Communication Networks (ECNs).
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First Market pairs with execution of exchange-listed equities on a national exchange; Second Market pairs with OTC trading of unlisted equities; Third Market pairs with off-exchange OTC trading of exchange-listed securities; Fourth Market pairs with direct institutional block trading via ECNs without broker-dealers.
Each venue tier is accurately linked to its specific venue definition: First Market covers listed stocks on exchanges; Second Market covers unlisted stocks OTC; Third Market covers listed stocks OTC; and Fourth Market covers direct institutional trading via ECNs.
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Secondary market trading venue definitions and operational boundaries.