Cutting in Line: The Ethics and Impacts of Que Jumping on Exchanges

Que jumping, or cutting in line, is a behavior that we have all encountered at some point in our lives. Whether it is someone pushing their way to the front of a queue or a driver cutting in on the highway, que jumping is a common phenomenon that can elicit feelings of frustration, anger, and injustice. However, que jumping takes on a different form in the world of financial markets.

In financial markets, que jumping occurs when traders or investors use various tactics to gain an unfair adva...