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Market maker

What is a market maker?

A market maker quotes both a bid and an ask, earning the spread and giving other traders someone to trade with.

On Polymarket

Some platforms disclose that an affiliate makes markets: Fanatics Markets says its affiliate may take the other side of customer orders [1].

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Maker and taker · Bid-ask spread · Liquidity

Frequently asked questions

How does Market maker work on Polymarket?

Some platforms disclose that an affiliate makes markets: Fanatics Markets says its affiliate may take the other side of customer orders .

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