Liquid market
A liquid market is a financial market where assets can be easily bought and sold without a significant impact on price. In a liquid market, there is a high level of trading activity, meaning there are many buyers and sellers in the market. These participants can quickly buy or sell assets as they need to, which ensures that prices remain stable and that there is a smaller bid-ask spread.
The reason a liquid market is desirable is that it makes it easier for investors to buy and sell assets. Investors can quickly respond to changes in the market and manage their risk more effectively. Additionally, a liquid market generates higher liquidity, which typically leads to lower trading costs and more efficient pricing of assets. This enables financial markets to function more efficiently and helps to create a fair and transparent market.