# How Does MiFID II Impact the Selection of Execution Venues? ▴ Question

**Published:** 2025-08-12
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## Concept

The Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II ([MiFID II](https://prime.greeks.live/area/mifid-ii/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite)) represents a fundamental recalibration of the relationship between an investment firm and its execution mandate. It codifies a shift from a process based on historical relationships and established routing tables to a dynamic, evidence-based system of continuous evaluation. The directive compels firms to dismantle legacy assumptions about liquidity and venue quality, replacing them with a quantifiable and defensible framework for achieving the best possible result for the client. This is an engineering problem posed as a regulatory mandate.

The core of MiFID II’s impact is the transformation of “[best execution](https://prime.greeks.live/area/best-execution/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite)” from a qualitative goal into a quantitative, auditable process. It demands that firms systematically prove, on an ongoing basis, that their choice of [execution venue](https://prime.greeks.live/area/execution-venue/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) is the product of rigorous analysis across a spectrum of prescribed factors.

At its heart, the directive introduces a new paradigm of transparency and accountability. It mandates that investment firms not only establish a detailed [order execution policy](https://prime.greeks.live/area/order-execution-policy/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) but also secure prior client consent for it. This policy must explicitly name the venues used for each class of financial instrument and justify the selection based on factors that extend well beyond simple [price improvement](https://prime.greeks.live/question/could-a-different-market-structure-achieve-both-price-improvement-and-efficient-price-discovery-simultaneously/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite). The regulation requires firms to take all sufficient steps to obtain the best possible result, considering price, costs, speed, likelihood of execution and settlement, size, and the nature of the order.

This multi-faceted obligation forces a systemic change in how firms perceive and interact with the market. The selection of an execution venue ceases to be a static decision and becomes an active, data-driven component of the firm’s fiduciary duty. The directive effectively deputizes the investment firm as a perpetual auditor of market quality on behalf of its clients.

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## The Mandate for Demonstrable Performance

A central pillar of MiFID II is the requirement for firms to publish annual reports detailing their top five [execution venues](https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-a-best-execution-committee-quantify-and-compare-execution-quality-across-different-market-venues/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) by volume for each instrument class, alongside a qualitative assessment of the [execution quality](https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-can-pre-trade-analytics-differentiate-between-high-quality-and-low-quality-quotes-in-an-rfq-auction/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) obtained. This is complemented by the obligation for execution venues themselves ▴ including regulated markets, Multilateral Trading Facilities (MTFs), and Systematic Internalisers (SIs) ▴ to publish standardized data on their own execution quality, a requirement specified in Regulatory Technical Standard (RTS) 27. This reciprocal data exchange creates a feedback loop. Firms are supplied with the raw material to analyze venue performance, and they are in turn required to report on how that analysis informs their routing decisions.

This creates a competitive pressure on venues to improve their offerings and provides clients and regulators with a clear view into the firm’s decision-making calculus. The result is a market structure where [venue selection](https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-the-concept-of-totv-bridge-the-gap-between-on-venue-and-off-venue-data-frameworks/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) must be an objective, data-led discipline rather than a matter of convenience or convention.

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## Expanding the Definition of an Execution Venue

MiFID II significantly broadened the ecosystem of execution venues. Beyond traditional exchanges, it formalized the roles of several other types of trading platforms, each with distinct characteristics. Understanding these venue types is fundamental to navigating the post-MiFID II landscape.

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**Regulated Markets (RMs)** ▴ These are the traditional stock exchanges, operating under stringent rules for transparency and order handling. They provide a high degree of pre-trade and post-trade transparency.

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**Multilateral Trading Facilities (MTFs)** ▴ MTFs bring together multiple third-party buying and selling interests in a non-discretionary way. They offer a competitive alternative to traditional exchanges, often with different fee structures or technology.

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**Organised Trading Facilities (OTFs)** ▴ Introduced by MiFID II primarily for non-equity instruments like derivatives and bonds, OTFs allow for a degree of discretion in execution. This discretion can be valuable for handling large or illiquid orders, but it must be exercised according to clear, pre-defined rules.

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**Systematic Internalisers (SIs)** ▴ An SI is an investment firm that deals on its own account by executing client orders outside of a regulated market, MTF, or OTF. When a firm’s trading in a specific instrument crosses a certain threshold, it becomes a designated SI for that instrument, subject to specific pre-trade transparency and reporting obligations. This provides a crucial source of principal liquidity that must be evaluated alongside other venues.

This expanded taxonomy of venues means that a firm’s selection process is inherently more complex. A robust [execution policy](https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-should-an-order-execution-policy-balance-the-need-for-information-control-against-the-duty-of-best-execution/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) must account for the unique liquidity profiles, cost structures, and execution protocols of each venue type and demonstrate why a particular choice, or combination of choices, was optimal for a given client order. The directive forces firms to build a sophisticated understanding of this fragmented liquidity landscape to fulfill their obligations.

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## Strategy

The strategic response to MiFID II’s impact on venue selection requires the construction of a durable, adaptive framework. This framework must translate the directive’s principles into a coherent operational strategy that aligns technology, data analysis, and governance. The objective is to create a system that not only ensures compliance but also generates a competitive advantage through superior execution quality. The foundation of this strategy is the acknowledgment that venue selection is no longer a peripheral task but a core component of the investment lifecycle, demanding significant intellectual and technological resources.

> A firm’s execution strategy under MiFID II must be a living system, continuously refined by data and geared towards proving optimal outcomes.

Developing this strategy begins with a formal, documented methodology for evaluating and selecting execution venues. This involves moving beyond a simple cost-based analysis to a multi-criteria assessment that reflects the full spectrum of [execution factors](https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-mifid-ii-define-the-execution-factors-for-determining-best-execution/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) mandated by the regulation. The strategy must be tailored to different classes of financial instruments, recognizing that the optimal venue for a liquid blue-chip equity will differ substantially from that for an illiquid corporate bond or a complex derivative. This granular approach is explicitly required by the directive, which states that the order execution policy must provide information for each class of financial instruments. 

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## Building the Execution Quality Analysis Framework

The centerpiece of a MiFID II-compliant venue selection strategy is the [Execution Quality Analysis](https://prime.greeks.live/area/execution-quality-analysis/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) (EQA) framework. This is the analytical engine that ingests data, applies the firm’s execution policy, and produces the evidence required to justify routing decisions. A robust EQA framework is built on several key pillars.

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## Data Ingestion and Normalization

The first step is to systematically collect and process the execution quality data published by venues under [RTS 27](https://prime.greeks.live/area/rts-27/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) and the firm’s own execution data, which forms the basis of its [RTS 28](https://prime.greeks.live/area/rts-28/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) report. This is a significant data engineering challenge.

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**RTS 27 Reports** ▴ These reports from venues provide a wealth of information, including details on price, costs, speed, and likelihood of execution. However, the formats can vary, and the data must be cleaned, normalized, and stored in a structured manner to allow for meaningful comparison.

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**Market Data** ▴ Publicly available market data, including consolidated tape feeds where available, provides a crucial benchmark against which to measure the execution quality offered by any single venue. This allows for an assessment of price improvement or disimprovement relative to the prevailing market price at the time of execution.

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**Internal Execution Data** ▴ The firm’s own historical execution records are a vital input. This data reveals the actual outcomes achieved on different venues and is essential for the backward-looking analysis required for the annual RTS 28 report.

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## Defining and Weighting Execution Factors

Once the data is available, the firm must define how it will evaluate venues. This involves assigning weights to the different best execution factors. This weighting will vary depending on the client’s profile (retail or professional), the order’s characteristics (size, liquidity), and the instrument type. 

For instance, for a small, liquid equity order from a retail client, price and direct costs might receive the highest weighting. Conversely, for a large block order in an illiquid instrument from a professional client, factors like likelihood of execution and [market impact](https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-high-market-volatility-affect-the-ability-to-accurately-differentiate-market-impact-from-information-leakage/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) may be far more important than marginal price differences. The strategy must clearly articulate the rationale for these weightings in the order execution policy.

### Table 1 ▴ Illustrative Weighting of Execution Factors by Order Profile

| Execution Factor | Profile 1 ▴ Small Retail Order (Liquid Equity) | Profile 2 ▴ Large Institutional Order (Illiquid Corporate Bond) | Rationale for Weighting Differences |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Price | 40% | 20% | Total consideration remains important, but for illiquid instruments, securing execution and minimizing market impact can be prioritized over achieving the absolute best price. |
| Costs | 30% | 15% | Explicit costs are a primary concern for retail clients. For institutional orders, implicit costs (market impact) often outweigh explicit venue fees. |
| Speed of Execution | 15% | 10% | Speed is important for capturing fleeting prices in liquid markets. For illiquid instruments, a patient, methodical execution strategy may be superior. |
| Likelihood of Execution | 10% | 40% | Execution is highly probable in liquid markets. In illiquid markets, finding a counterparty is the primary challenge, making this factor paramount. |
| Size & Market Impact | 5% | 15% | Small orders have negligible market impact. Large orders can significantly move the market, and minimizing this impact is a key component of best execution for professional clients. |

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## The Role of Smart Order Routing (SOR)

The EQA framework directly informs the logic of the firm’s Smart Order Router (SOR). An SOR is an automated system that decides where to route an order based on a pre-programmed set of rules. Post-MiFID II, these rules must be a direct reflection of the firm’s execution policy and the output of its EQA process.

The SOR’s configuration must be dynamic, allowing for adjustments as the firm’s analysis of venue performance evolves. The strategy should define the process for reviewing and updating SOR logic, ensuring it remains aligned with the goal of achieving the best possible result on a consistent basis.

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## Execution

The execution phase translates the strategic framework into a tangible, operational reality. It involves the precise implementation of the policies, analytical models, and governance structures required to navigate the MiFID II environment. This is where the firm’s commitment to best execution is tested daily.

The process must be systematic, repeatable, and, most importantly, auditable. Every decision to route an order to a specific venue must be backed by a clear data trail and a logical connection to the firm’s overarching execution policy.

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## The Operational Playbook for Venue Selection

A detailed operational playbook is essential for ensuring consistent and compliant execution. This playbook outlines the end-to-end process, from order receipt to post-trade analysis.

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**Order Classification** ▴ Upon receipt, each client order is automatically classified based on key attributes ▴ client type (retail/professional), [instrument class](https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-the-instrument-by-instrument-approach-differ-from-previous-models/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) (e.g. Tier 1 equity, complex derivative), and order characteristics (e.g. size, liquidity profile, specific client instructions). This initial classification determines which branch of the execution policy’s logic applies.

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**Pre-Trade Analysis** ▴ The system conducts a real-time analysis of the available execution venues. The Smart Order Router (SOR) queries the EQA database, which contains the latest performance scores for all eligible venues based on the relevant execution factors. For an order where likelihood of execution is paramount, the SOR will prioritize venues that have historically demonstrated high fill rates for similar orders.

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**Execution and Routing** ▴ The SOR executes the routing decision. This may involve splitting the order across multiple venues to minimize market impact and access diverse pools of liquidity. The specific FIX protocol messages used for routing must carry the necessary flags to ensure proper handling by the execution venue and for the firm’s own record-keeping.

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**[Transaction Cost Analysis](https://prime.greeks.live/area/transaction-cost-analysis/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite) (TCA)** ▴ Immediately following execution, a post-trade TCA process captures the details of the trade. This analysis compares the execution price against relevant benchmarks (e.g. arrival price, Volume-Weighted Average Price – VWAP) and calculates the explicit and implicit costs of the trade. This data provides immediate feedback on the quality of the execution.

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**Data Feedback Loop** ▴ The results of the post-trade TCA are fed back into the EQA database. This continuously enriches the dataset, refining the performance scores of each venue. If a venue consistently underperforms its peers on a key metric like price improvement, its score will decline, making it less likely to be selected for future orders.

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**Quarterly Governance Review** ▴ A dedicated committee reviews the aggregate performance data on a quarterly basis. This review assesses the overall effectiveness of the execution policy and the SOR’s logic. It identifies any deficiencies, such as a venue that is no longer providing competitive execution, and approves necessary changes to the policy and routing tables. This formal review process is a critical component of demonstrating compliance.

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## Quantitative Modeling and Data Analysis

The credibility of the entire execution process rests on the quality of its quantitative underpinnings. The EQA framework must use objective data to score and rank venues. This requires a systematic approach to analyzing the vast amounts of data generated by the market.

> The rigorous, quantitative assessment of execution venues is the engine room of a MiFID II-compliant strategy.

The table below provides a simplified, hypothetical example of an EQA scorecard for a specific instrument class, such as FTSE 100 equities. In this model, a firm has defined its weighting for the key execution factors according to its policy. It then scores each eligible venue (a mix of RMs, MTFs, and SIs) on a scale of 1-10 for each factor, based on an analysis of RTS 27 and internal TCA data. The final weighted score determines the venue’s ranking.

### Table 2 ▴ Hypothetical Execution Quality Analysis (EQA) Scorecard for FTSE 100 Equities

| Execution Venue | Price Improvement (Weight ▴ 40%) | Explicit Costs (Weight ▴ 25%) | Execution Speed (ms) (Weight ▴ 20%) | Fill Rate (Likelihood) (Weight ▴ 15%) | Final Weighted Score |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Venue A (RM) | Score ▴ 7/10 (0.5 bps avg. improvement) | Score ▴ 6/10 (Higher fees) | Score ▴ 8/10 (Avg. 15ms) | Score ▴ 9/10 (98% fill rate) | 7.35 ((7 0.4) + (6 0.25) + (8 0.2) + (9 0.15)) |
| Venue B (MTF) | Score ▴ 8/10 (0.7 bps avg. improvement) | Score ▴ 9/10 (Low fees) | Score ▴ 7/10 (Avg. 25ms) | Score ▴ 8/10 (95% fill rate) | 8.05 ((8 0.4) + (9 0.25) + (7 0.2) + (8 0.15)) |
| Venue C (SI) | Score ▴ 9/10 (1.0 bps avg. improvement) | Score ▴ 8/10 (No explicit fees, but wider spread) | Score ▴ 9/10 (Avg. 10ms) | Score ▴ 7/10 (92% fill rate, size limits) | 8.45 ((9 0.4) + (8 0.25) + (9 0.2) + (7 0.15)) |
| Venue D (MTF Dark) | Score ▴ 6/10 (0.2 bps avg. improvement) | Score ▴ 7/10 (Mid-range fees) | Score ▴ 6/10 (Avg. 50ms, conditional) | Score ▴ 6/10 (85% fill rate) | 6.45 ((6 0.4) + (7 0.25) + (6 0.2) + (6 0.15)) |

This type of quantitative analysis provides a defensible basis for venue selection. In this scenario, Venue C (the [Systematic Internaliser](https://prime.greeks.live/area/systematic-internaliser/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite)) scores highest for this specific profile, driven by its strong performance on the heavily weighted price factor. The SOR logic would be configured to reflect this ranking, prioritizing Venue C while still considering other venues for diversification or in specific market conditions. This model would be maintained and updated for every relevant instrument class, forming a comprehensive, data-driven map of the execution landscape.

> The granular data published by venues under MiFID II is the raw material for building a true competitive advantage in execution.

This analytical rigor extends to the firm’s public disclosures. The annual RTS 28 report, which details the top five venues used, must be accompanied by a summary of the analysis that led to those choices. A firm that can point to a robust, quantitative EQA framework like the one illustrated above is in a strong position to demonstrate that it is taking all sufficient steps to achieve best execution for its clients.

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## References

- Financial Markets Law Committee. “MiFID II ▴ Best Execution.” FMLC, 2017.

- Bovill. “Best Execution Under MiFID II.” Bovill, 2017.

- Rathnam, Lavanya. “In a nutshell ▴ Best Execution under MiFID II/MiFIR.” Planet Compliance, 2 April 2024.

- Association Française des Marchés Financiers. “AMAFI consultation response on ESMA draft RTS on Best Execution (MiFID 2).” AMAFI, 2024.

- European Securities and Markets Authority. “MiFID Best Execution Questions & Answers.” ESMA, 2017.

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## The Evolving Architecture of Execution

The implementation of a MiFID II-compliant execution framework is not a terminal project. It is the installation of a new operational discipline. The regulations have provided the blueprint for a more transparent and competitive market, but the responsibility for constructing and maintaining a superior execution architecture rests with the individual firm.

The systems and processes established to meet the initial mandate should be viewed as the foundation of an evolving capability. The data feedback loops, the governance committees, and the analytical models are components of an engine designed for continuous improvement.

The true measure of success in this environment is the ability to adapt. As new trading venues emerge, as market structures shift, and as data analysis techniques become more sophisticated, the firm’s execution framework must evolve in tandem. The ultimate goal extends beyond regulatory compliance. It is the cultivation of a deep, systemic understanding of market dynamics and the translation of that understanding into consistently superior outcomes for clients.

The directive did not just change the rules; it raised the standard for what it means to be an effective fiduciary in modern financial markets. The challenge now is to use that standard as a catalyst for building a lasting operational advantage.

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## Glossary

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## Mifid Ii

Meaning ▴ MiFID II, the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive II, constitutes a comprehensive regulatory framework enacted by the European Union to govern financial markets, investment firms, and trading venues. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/execution-venue/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Execution Venue

Meaning ▴ An Execution Venue refers to a regulated facility or system where financial instruments are traded, encompassing entities such as regulated markets, multilateral trading facilities (MTFs), organized trading facilities (OTFs), and systematic internalizers. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/best-execution/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Best Execution

Meaning ▴ Best Execution is the obligation to obtain the most favorable terms reasonably available for a client's order. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/order-execution-policy/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Order Execution Policy

Meaning ▴ An Order Execution Policy defines the systematic procedures and criteria governing how an institutional trading desk processes and routes client or proprietary orders across various liquidity venues. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/could-a-different-market-structure-achieve-both-price-improvement-and-efficient-price-discovery-simultaneously/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Price Improvement

A system can achieve both goals by using private, competitive negotiation for execution and public post-trade reporting for discovery. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-can-pre-trade-analytics-differentiate-between-high-quality-and-low-quality-quotes-in-an-rfq-auction/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Execution Quality

Pre-trade analytics differentiate quotes by systematically scoring counterparty reliability and predicting execution quality beyond price. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-a-best-execution-committee-quantify-and-compare-execution-quality-across-different-market-venues/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Execution Venues

A Best Execution Committee systematically quantifies and compares venue quality using a data-driven framework of TCA metrics and qualitative overlays. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-the-concept-of-totv-bridge-the-gap-between-on-venue-and-off-venue-data-frameworks/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Venue Selection

ToTV integrates fragmented on-venue and off-venue data into a unified operational view, enabling superior execution and risk control. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-should-an-order-execution-policy-balance-the-need-for-information-control-against-the-duty-of-best-execution/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Execution Policy

An Order Execution Policy architects the trade-off between information control and best execution to protect value while seeking liquidity. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-mifid-ii-define-the-execution-factors-for-determining-best-execution/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Execution Factors

MiFID II defines best execution factors as a holistic set of variables for achieving the optimal, context-dependent result for a client. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/execution-quality-analysis/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Execution Quality Analysis

Meaning ▴ Execution Quality Analysis is the systematic quantitative evaluation of trading order fulfillment effectiveness against pre-defined benchmarks and market conditions. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/rts-27/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
![A central processing core with intersecting, transparent structures revealing intricate internal components and blue data flows. This symbolizes an institutional digital asset derivatives platform's Prime RFQ, orchestrating high-fidelity execution, managing aggregated RFQ inquiries, and ensuring atomic settlement within dynamic market microstructure, optimizing capital efficiency](https://options.greeks.live/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/institutional-digital-asset-derivatives-trading-system-facilitating-high-fidelity-rfq-protocol-optimization-for-best-execution-and-atomic-settlement.jpg)

## Rts 27

Meaning ▴ RTS 27 mandates that investment firms and market operators publish detailed data on the quality of execution of transactions on their venues. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/rts-28/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
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## Rts 28

Meaning ▴ RTS 28 refers to Regulatory Technical Standard 28 under MiFID II, which mandates investment firms and market operators to publish annual reports on the quality of execution of transactions on trading venues and for financial instruments. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-high-market-volatility-affect-the-ability-to-accurately-differentiate-market-impact-from-information-leakage/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
![Central mechanical hub with concentric rings and gear teeth, extending into multi-colored radial arms. This symbolizes an institutional-grade Prime RFQ driving RFQ protocol price discovery for digital asset derivatives, ensuring high-fidelity execution across liquidity pools within market microstructure](https://options.greeks.live/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/precision-institutional-digital-asset-derivatives-rfq-protocol.jpg)

## Market Impact

High volatility masks causality, requiring adaptive systems to probabilistically model and differentiate impact from leakage. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/question/how-does-the-instrument-by-instrument-approach-differ-from-previous-models/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
![A futuristic, metallic structure with reflective surfaces and a central optical mechanism, symbolizing a robust Prime RFQ for institutional digital asset derivatives. It enables high-fidelity execution of RFQ protocols, optimizing price discovery and liquidity aggregation across diverse liquidity pools with minimal slippage](https://options.greeks.live/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/precision-engineered-platform-for-institutional-digital-asset-derivatives-rfq-protocol-optimized-execution-management-system-with-robust-liquidity-sourcing.jpg)

## Instrument Class

The instrument-by-instrument approach mandates a granular, bottom-up risk calculation, replacing portfolio-level models with a direct summation of individual position capital charges. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/transaction-cost-analysis/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
![Two precision-engineered nodes, possibly representing a Private Quotation or RFQ mechanism, connect via a transparent conduit against a striped Market Microstructure backdrop. This visualizes High-Fidelity Execution pathways for Institutional Grade Digital Asset Derivatives, enabling Atomic Settlement and Capital Efficiency within a Dark Pool environment, optimizing Price Discovery](https://options.greeks.live/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/institutional-digital-asset-derivatives-rfq-protocol-system-nodes.jpg)

## Transaction Cost Analysis

Meaning ▴ Transaction Cost Analysis (TCA) is the quantitative methodology for assessing the explicit and implicit costs incurred during the execution of financial trades. </a><a href="https://prime.greeks.live/area/systematic-internaliser/?utm_source=options.greeks.live&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=satellite" class="glossary-item-box">
![A sophisticated dark-hued institutional-grade digital asset derivatives platform interface, featuring a glowing aperture symbolizing active RFQ price discovery and high-fidelity execution. The integrated intelligence layer facilitates atomic settlement and multi-leg spread processing, optimizing market microstructure for prime brokerage operations and capital efficiency](https://options.greeks.live/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/institutional-crypto-derivatives-rfq-engine-intelligence-layer.jpg)

## Systematic Internaliser

Meaning ▴ A Systematic Internaliser (SI) is a financial institution executing client orders against its own capital on an organized, frequent, systematic basis off-exchange. </a>

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