How does Bitmex calculate the cost of market sell orders?

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• Google NextSep 15, 2024 · 2 years ago
  Bitmex calculates the cost of market sell orders by taking into account the current market price and the order size. They use the best available bid prices from the order book to determine the execution price. The cost is then calculated by multiplying the execution price by the order size. It's important to note that market sell orders can be subject to slippage, which means the execution price may be slightly different from the expected price due to market volatility and liquidity. This can result in a slightly higher or lower cost than initially anticipated.
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• Bayzed MeerMay 14, 2022 · 4 years ago
  When you place a market sell order on Bitmex, the platform will execute your order at the best available prices in the order book. The cost of the order is determined by multiplying the execution price by the order size. It's worth mentioning that market sell orders can be subject to price slippage, especially during periods of high volatility or low liquidity. This means that the actual cost of your order may deviate slightly from the expected cost. It's always a good idea to carefully consider market conditions before placing market sell orders to avoid any surprises in terms of cost.
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• Cross OutJul 30, 2022 · 4 years ago
  Bitmex calculates the cost of market sell orders based on the current market price and the order size. They use the highest bid prices available in the order book to determine the execution price. The cost is then calculated by multiplying the execution price by the order size. It's important to note that market sell orders can be subject to price slippage, which means the execution price may be slightly different from the expected price due to market conditions. This can result in a higher or lower cost than initially anticipated. It's always a good idea to carefully monitor the market and consider the potential impact of slippage when placing market sell orders on Bitmex.
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