What direct market access passthrough fees and rebates are associated with Sterling (Lime Pro)?

  • Fees and rebates are passed through from the Exchanges, with no markup or mark down. 
  • Fees are typically up to $.0030 per share to remove liquidity, depending on venue. 
  • Rebates for adding liquidity are available up to $.0020 per share, depending on venue. 
  • Certain venues route out for a fee up to $.0035 per share. 
  • Certain venues have an inverted fee structure, meaning they rebate for removing liquidity and/or charge for adding liquidity. Special fee schedules may also apply to certain order types available at the venue, restrictions such as non-display, or based on the price of the securities, with securities priced below $1 typically having higher fees. Certain venues, typically Dark Pools, have trade reporting fees that are passed on, and some venues charge fees for odd lot executions.