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Best Execution

The obligation to take reasonable efforts to achieve the most advantageous execution for clients.

Definition

Under UMIR 5.1 and CIRO Rule 3600 series, dealers must use reasonable efforts to achieve best execution for client orders. Best execution considers price, speed, certainty of execution, and overall transaction cost — not just the lowest price for a buy or highest for a sell. Best Price (UMIR 5.2) is a separate, stricter rule that applies to certain protected orders.

Source

UMIR 5.1; CIRO IDPC Rule 3600 series; NI 23-101

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