#ArbitrageTradingStrategy
Arbitrage trading is a low-risk cryptocurrency strategy that involves taking advantage of price differences for the same asset across different markets or exchanges. Since crypto markets are decentralized and operate 24/7, price discrepancies can occur due to varying liquidity, demand, or trading volume on platforms like Binance, Coinbase, or Kraken.
A trader practicing arbitrage might buy Bitcoin on one exchange where it’s priced lower and simultaneously sell it on another where it’s priced higher, locking in a profit from the difference. The strategy requires speed, accuracy, and access to multiple exchanges to execute trades before the price gap closes.
There are several types of arbitrage, including spatial arbitrage (between exchanges), triangular arbitrage (within one exchange across different pairs), and statistical arbitrage (using algorithms and models).
While the profits per trade may be small, they can add up with high volume and automation. It’s considered less risky than trend trading but still requires awareness of fees, transfer times, and market fluctuations.