velocity
/vəˈlɒsɪti/
Definition
The rate, frequency, and speed at which market transactions and information flow occur within a financial system.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'velocitas,' meaning 'swiftness' or 'speed,' which itself comes from the root 'velox,' meaning 'swift.' It entered the English language in the late 16th century, originally used in scientific and physical contexts before being adapted to describe abstract rates of change.
In the news
In this article, the term highlights how modern trading environments and new asset classes have increased the sheer pace of financial activity, necessitating faster, more reliable infrastructure to keep up. It matters here because legacy systems are struggling to process this surge in data and transaction frequency efficiently.
The future of capital markets: 5 forces reshaping infrastructure
Read the full article ↗Samsung Business Insights