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What Is the Impact of a Large Order Book on the Bid-Offer Spread?

A large order book, meaning significant depth with many orders close to the current price, generally leads to a narrower bid-offer spread. This depth indicates high liquidity and confidence in the asset's pricing.

Market makers are more willing to quote tighter prices because the risk of their inventory being stuck or subject to sudden price changes is lower.

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