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Avellaneda-Stoikov — optimal spread calculation for market makers

quant.dhawan · 2026-04-06T16:35:26.000Z · in Quant & Trading
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Avellaneda-Stoikov — optimal spread calculation for market makers
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50k ft — Why care?

The Avellaneda-Stoikov model solves the stochastic control problem for market making. Calculates optimal bid-ask spread based on volatility, time horizon, and inventory. Foundation of modern HFT market making. DM-bait for code repo.
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10k ft — Key takeaways

• Calculates optimal spread, not price direction • Balances inventory risk vs profit • Foundation of modern algorithmic market making

5k ft — Tools & techniques

Python Inventory Management, Optimal Market Making, Stochastic Control, stochastic modeling

1k ft — Deep-dive / try it

​The math behind the market. 🧠 The Avellaneda-Stoikov model solves the stochastic control problem for market makers. Instead of predicting price direction, it calculates the optimal spread based on volatility, time, and your current inventory. 🚨 Comment "Spread" for free code repository! #quantfinance #algorithmictrading #math #econophysics #python kunal_yadav0924   7w Spread
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