Disclaimer: CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
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Trading Glossary
Glossary trade refers to a type of trading strategy where traders use a predefined set of terms, definitions, or concepts to make informed decisions. It often involves industry-specific jargon, financial metrics, and analytical tools to navigate markets effectively.

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Hedge
Hedging is a risk management strategy that involves adjusting asset positions to minimise potential losses from price fluctuations, often using futures contracts, options, or other financial instruments.
Hedge fund
An advanced, private investment fund managed by professionals for wealthy investors, aiming to profit in any market condition, typically with a minimum one-year holding period.
Hedge ratio
A hedge ratio measures risk exposure in a position, with 0% indicating an unhedged position and a ratio between 1-100% representing a hedged one, calculated as:
Hedge Ratio = Value of the Hedge Position / Value of the Total Exposure
Heikin-Ashi
A candlestick chart that minimises price noise, using colorless candlesticks with wicks for selling pressure in uptrends and colored candlesticks with tails for buying pressure in downtrends.
High-frequency trading (HFT)
A type of trading that uses powerful computers and algorithms to execute trades at very high speeds, often in milliseconds or less.
Historical pricing
The record of buying and selling prices of a product, aiding analysts and investors in assessing its potential performance.
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