Size refers to the magnitude of an offering, an order, or a trade. Large as in the' Size' of an offering, the size of an order, or the size of a trade. Size is relative from market to market and security to security. "I can buy size at 102-22" means that a trader can buy a significant amount at 102-22. Small is <10, 000 shares. Medium is 15, 000-25, 000 shares. Good is 50, 000 shares. Size is 100, 000 shares. Good six-figure size is 200, 000-300, 000 shares. Multiple six-figure size is >300, 000 shares. Size of the market is actual number of shares represented in one's market, or bid and offering; unless specified, assumed to be at least 500 to 1000 shares, depending on the stock.
Barry Goldsmith
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