eli5: what is the difference between market manipulation and simply buying a bunch of stock?

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eli5: what is the difference between market manipulation and simply buying a bunch of stock?

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If you buy enough stock (or sell enough), you will typically have to route your order through a specialized agent known as a “market maker” in order to actually get your trade executed. These market makers keep trading stable and avoid the issues OP is considering.

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