The phrase "higher spreads" refers to a larger difference between two values or rates. It indicates a wider gap or distance between the points being compared. Full definition
Therefore, individuals buy at retail prices and sell at wholesale prices — often paying substantially higher spreads than professional fixed income securities traders do. (bondmarketindexfund.com)
Sometimes, individual investors pay very high spreads and transaction expenses, when they buy or sell individual bond securities. (bondmarketindexfund.com)
, is criticized for high spreads and sometimes low liquidity. (wexboy.wordpress.com)