Founded in 1969, Instinet was the first electronic trading marketplace (or "dark pool") and a pioneer in financial technology. As an agency-only broker, Instinet acts solely on behalf of its institutional clients (such as asset managers and hedge funds), never trading against them or for its own account. The company provides a comprehensive suite of electronic trading solutions, including advanced execution algorithms, workflow tools, and access to global liquidity. Acquired by Nomura in 2007, Instinet operates as an independent subsidiary, focusing on providing clients with the technology and market access needed to optimize trading performance and minimize costs.

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United States