arbitrager

American  

[ahr-bi-trah-zher] / ˈɑr bɪˌtrɑ ʒər /

Also arbitrageur

noun

1. a person who engages in arbitrage.

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Etymology

Origin of arbitrager

1865–70; < French arbitrageur, equivalent to arbitrage arbitrage + -eur -eur

Example Sentences

Otherwise an arbitrager could simply buy a currency today, lock in the forward price, pocket the interest and still take a profit when the forward contract is settled.

From Economist

That makes them more expensive for would-be arbitragers to borrow.

From The Wall Street Journal

Many mutual funds follow proxies’ advice, so arbitragers and others should pay attention to the latter’s criteria.

From The Wall Street Journal

It is possible most or all of the deals in question will close on their original terms and if so, arbitragers who brave the current trend and pick the right ones stand to profit handsomely.

From The Wall Street Journal

Based on electronic orders to buy or sell stock, market makers and arbitragers use computerized strategies to anticipate demand or profit from price discrepancies.

From Time