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Front-ending an order

A Block order in which the broker/dealer purchases a portion of the Block and agrees to execute the Remainder of the Order as the Agent. This is sometimes done in Order to temporarily disguise the Full size of the order.

Related Terms: 10 Agent, Block, Broker, Dealer, Deal, ECU, Full, Order, Purchase, Remainder
Other Related Pages: Category: Brokerages Starting With: F
Additional Related Terms: 10-K, Agent bank, Accrual of discount, Amortization of premium, Agent, All or any part, Alternative order, Automated Order Entry System, Add-on service, Abstract of title