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What is the main role of brokers in the financial system?
Finding traders willing to take the other side of their clients' orders
Why are large orders hard to fill according to the text?
Because large orders generally trade at a premium to the current market price
In what way do exchanges act as brokers according to the text?
By arranging trades based on orders submitted by brokers and dealers
What is a primary function of investment banks' corporate finance divisions?
Helping companies finance their business through issuing securities
What distinguishes block brokers from regular brokers?
Block brokers manage exposure of large orders carefully
Why are financial intermediaries essential to well-functioning financial systems?
To provide efficient solutions for clients' financial problems
What is the primary role of financial intermediaries?
To help entities achieve their financial goals by providing efficient solutions
How do financial intermediaries connect buyers to sellers?
By standing between buyers and sellers to help transfer capital and risk efficiently
What distinguishes financial intermediaries from traditional banks in terms of services provided?
Specializing in facilitating capital and risk transfer between buyers and sellers
How do financial intermediaries benefit buyers and sellers in financial markets?
By enabling trading without requiring direct knowledge of counterparty
Learn about different types of financial intermediaries and the services they provide. Explore how financial intermediaries help entities achieve their financial goals.
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