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LastMkt (Tag 30)

Meaning

LastMkt (Tag 30) is a field within the FIX (Financial Information eXchange) protocol that specifies the market identifier where the most recent trade of a security or digital asset occurred. In institutional crypto trading, particularly within RFQ (Request for Quote) systems and smart trading platforms, this tag provides critical transparency regarding trade execution venue. Its purpose is to inform participants about the origin of the last executed price, aiding in order routing decisions, market data analysis, and regulatory compliance.