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Definition
Arbitrage; buying and selling in different markets to profit from price or interest rate differentials.
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How it's used
Primarily used in financial and economic contexts to describe the practice of exploiting price discrepancies between different markets. While it is a technical term, it is widely understood by anyone involved in trading or investment in Hong Kong. It implies a quick, low-risk transaction rather than a long-term investment strategy.
Examples
They often engage in arbitrage to make money.
Is there still room for arbitrage in this market?
Related words
Common phrases
arbitrage opportunity
to conduct arbitrage
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general speculation or gambling. It specifically refers to a strategy that relies on simultaneous or near-simultaneous buying and selling to lock in a profit from price differences.
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