“Bigger spreads mean bigger gaps between what buyers pay and sellers receive. For example, a spread of 10 cents a share means that the buyer pays $100 more for 1,000 shares than the seller receives.”

Alex Berenson is an American journalist and author. He is known for his investigative work on technology, particularly the risks and ethical dilemmas surrounding artificial intelligence and social media platforms. His writing often explores the intersection of innovation and societal impact.