[TuringNYC]

>> Yeah, but the NBBO moves.

The rule is that at the time of the execution, the execution cannot be worse than the NBBO.

I'm dont work at a broker dealer anymore, i'm a retail investor. I think where we are is awesome. Ten years ago, these trades cost $7 to $20 ($1 for iB) + spread.

Twenty years ago, they cost $10 to $50 + spread.

Twenty five years ago they cost $35+ + spread.

These numbers are not even inflation adjusted. In think where we are is awesome and a big win for customers.

[rmrfstar]

I'm not saying things aren't better now than they were in 2000.

I'm just saying that systematic hedge funds make directional bets and hold positions overnight. These activities move the midpoint.

That is a hidden cost not visible in spreads or commissions. The SEC can't even measure that cost, only the intermediaries themselves can.