Original source: OKX

OKX and high-quality data platform AICoin launched a series of classic strategy research, aiming to help users better understand and learn different strategies through data measurement and strategy characteristics and other core dimension analysis, and try to avoid blind use.

Time-weighted strategy and iceberg entrustment strategy are two common large order split trading strategies, especially suitable for block trading and quantitative trading.

Time-weighted strategy is a strategy of splitting large orders and taking orders in time. Its purpose is to evenly distribute large orders within a specified time to minimize the impact on market prices. The basic principle is to divide large orders into multiple smaller orders and execute them sequentially within a preset time interval, so that the average price of the entire transaction process is close to the average price of the market. This strategy can effectively avoid the market impact caused by a one-time order and reduce the risk of slippage. It is usually suitable for traders or institutional traders who want to avoid excessive impact of market fluctuations on transaction prices.

The iceberg entrustment strategy is a strategy of splitting large orders and placing orders in batches. Its purpose is to hide the actual transaction volume. The large order is divided into multiple smaller visible orders to prevent other market participants from noticing the intention of large transactions, thereby avoiding drastic fluctuations in market prices. The basic principle is to break down a large transaction order into several small sub-orders and only show a part of them to the market. When a sub-order is fully executed, the system will automatically generate the next sub-order until the entire large order is completed. This makes the market only see the "tip of the iceberg" and hides the true size of the order. It is usually suitable for institutional traders who want to hide their strength or traders with large capital.

In short, in actual transactions, two different strategies can be selected according to different usage scenarios to better manage the execution of large orders. By using time-weighted strategies to disperse the impact of time and using iceberg strategies to hide trading volume, traders can effectively control market impact and slippage risks while protecting trading intentions. These strategies are widely used in high-frequency trading, institutional trading, and large order execution, and are particularly suitable for use in market environments with poor liquidity or high volatility.

Pros and Cons

In general, the time-weighted strategy has multiple advantages in practical applications. First, the market impact is small. According to the time period, large orders are divided into multiple small orders for gradual execution, which reduces the impact on market prices. Second, price smoothing. By dispersing the trading time, it is possible to avoid drastic price fluctuations caused by large trading orders, thereby obtaining a more average transaction price. Third, it is easy to understand. The strategy logic is relatively simple, easy to understand, and simple to operate. It can be used with one click on the OKX platform. Fourth, it is highly controllable. You can set the price, time interval, quantity, etc. according to your own needs to improve the flexibility of execution.

However, its disadvantages are also relatively obvious. For example, execution risk. Since it is executed in batches at regular intervals, if the market fluctuates violently, it may not be possible to obtain the best price, etc. The AICoin time-weighted strategy can randomize the time interval and transaction quantity during operation, making the strategy more difficult to identify and snipe.

The iceberg entrustment strategy also has multiple advantages in practical applications. First, hide the real intention. The iceberg entrustment strategy divides large orders into multiple small orders and gradually releases them in the market, effectively hiding the actual size of large orders and reducing the risk of being discovered and exploited by the market. Second, gradual execution. The gradual execution of orders helps to reduce the impact of large transaction orders on market prices and obtain better transaction prices. Third, flexibility. The number and frequency of displayed orders can be adjusted according to market conditions, and it is highly adaptable.

Of course, the iceberg entrustment strategy also has disadvantages. For example, liquidity risk. Since only a part of the orders are exposed, if the market liquidity suddenly drops, the orders may not be executed in time, etc. AICoin iceberg entrustment strategy can randomize the order position, order interval and transaction quantity during operation, making the strategy more difficult to identify and snipe.

Theoretical Analysis - Performance of Two Strategies in Bull and Bear Markets

First, a theoretical analysis of the performance of the time-weighted strategy in bear and bull markets.

1) Performance in the bull market

In the bull market, the time-weighted strategy avoids the impact of large purchases on the currency price by entrusting in batches, thereby reducing the purchase cost. This strategy can obtain better excess returns in the bull market.

2) Performance in the bear market

In the bear market, the time-weighted strategy is more defensive. By setting the limit price of the order, you can avoid taking over too high in the bear market, thereby reducing the risk of loss. At the same time, batch entrustment in the bear market can also better grasp the low point and increase profit opportunities.

In general, the time-weighted strategy has significant advantages in a dynamic environment. If the user's main goal is to disperse the market impact of large orders and gradually execute them over a longer period of time, the time-weighted strategy is a good choice, but it is necessary to pay attention to the risks brought by market fluctuations.

Secondly, the theoretical analysis of the performance of the iceberg strategy in bear and bull markets.

1) Performance in the bull market

In a bull market, the market is generally bullish, the buyer's power is strong, the market is active, and the liquidity is high. The iceberg strategy can effectively hide the actual size of large buy orders and avoid the market from pushing up prices, so that in the rising market, it can buy in batches at a relatively low price. However, if the market price rises rapidly, the exposed small orders may not be fully executed, resulting in failure to buy at a lower price and unable to get on board

2) Performance in a bear market

In a bear market, the market is generally bearish, the sellers are strong, the market transactions are relatively quiet, and the liquidity is low. The iceberg strategy can effectively hide the actual size of large sell orders and avoid panic selling in the market, so as to sell in batches at relatively high prices in a falling market. However, due to low liquidity, the small orders of iceberg orders may be difficult to execute quickly, increasing the risk of pending orders not being executed, and it is also possible that you will not be able to get off the train

In general, if you want to hide the true size of large orders and avoid market reverse operations, the iceberg entrustment strategy is very suitable, and it performs particularly well in high-frequency trading.

OKX Two Major Strategy Portals

Currently, OKX strategy trading provides convenient and diverse strategy varieties.

The OKX Iceberg Strategy adopts a more dynamic and flexible order placement method, rather than simply placing an order based on price distance or ratio. This order placement method can significantly reduce slippage and achieve the purpose of better hiding the transaction intention. In addition, the OKX Iceberg Strategy provides a variety of order placement methods, including faster transaction, balanced transaction speed, and better price. Users can choose according to their preferences and needs. In general, the OKX Iceberg Strategy has many core advantages such as large order splitting, hidden transactions, reduced slippage, and customized order preferences.

The characteristics of the OKX time-weighted strategy are: large order splitting, timed order placement, and reduced slippage. The advantage of this strategy is that it will split large transactions into many transactions, enter the market in different time periods to take orders, and avoid a single order stimulating the market; when the price meets the set conditions, it can be quickly traded through taking orders. Moreover, these orders are entered in the IOC mode. IOC (Immediate Or Cancel) means that the order is executed immediately and the remaining order is cancelled. The part of the order that is not executed immediately will be cancelled immediately. For example, if the number of orders is 2 and only 1.6 are executed, the remaining 0.4 will be cancelled immediately to minimize slippage. Time-weighted orders can be used not only in spot trading, but also in perpetual contracts, delivery contracts, and leveraged trading. It has a very wide range of uses.

For example, how does OKX time-weighted entrustment work?

Take buying as an example. When the market price is above the taker limit price, the entrustment is suspended; when the market price is below the taker limit price, the strategy resumes entrustment, calculates the entrustment price based on the current latest buy price and the price distance you set, and then entrusts a small order to take the order. When the price continues to be below the limit price of the pending order, the order will be placed regularly until the transaction quantity equals the total entrustment.

Time-weighted entrustment buying diagram

Take selling as an example. When the market price is below the taker limit price, the entrustment is suspended; when the market price is above the taker limit price, the strategy resumes entrustment, calculates the entrustment price based on the current latest ask price and the price distance you set, and then entrusts a small order to take the order. When the price continues to be above the order limit price, the order will be placed regularly until the number of transactions is equal to the total amount of the order.

Time-weighted order selling diagram

How to access OKX strategy trading? Users can enter the "Strategy Trading" mode in the "Trading" section through the OKX APP or official website, and then click on the Strategy Square or Create Strategy to start the experience. In addition to creating strategies by yourself, the Strategy Square currently also provides "Quality Strategies" and "Quality Strategies with Strategy Leads", and users can copy strategies or follow strategies.

OKX strategy trading has multiple core advantages such as simple operation, low handling fees and security. In terms of operation, OKX provides intelligent parameters to help users set trading parameters more scientifically; and provides graphic and video tutorials to help users quickly get started and master them. In terms of fees, OKX has comprehensively upgraded the fee rate system, significantly reducing user transaction fees. In terms of security, OKX has a security team composed of top global experts, which can provide you with bank-level security protection.

How to access AICoin's strategy?

How to access AICoin strategy trading? Users can go to the AICoin homepage, enter the "Trading" mode on the right side of the "Quotes" section, and then click "Smart Order Splitting" to start the experience. In addition to the smart order splitting strategy, the "Community Indicators" also provides many "high-quality indicators", which users can search and add as "My Indicators".

AICoin provides intelligent parameters to help users set trading parameters more scientifically, and provides graphic and video tutorials for quick start. Intelligent order splitting has the advantages of flexible order placement, order interval as short as 0.3 seconds, and highly hidden order splitting number so that opponents cannot monitor it.

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