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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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Short selling

The act of selling a security with the intention to repurchase it at a lower price later.

Signal Provider

An experienced or professional trader who makes their portfolio available for other traders to replicate in exchange for a commission.

Slippage

The variation between the anticipated trade price and the actual executed price, commonly occuring in forex and futures markets.

Speculation

Attempting to profit from volatility in the markets, focusing on short-term profits with the lack of risk mitigation and interest in underlying fundamentals.

Spot

The current price that an asset can be bought or sold, and immediately delivered.

Spread

The gap between the bid price and ask price of a security or asset.

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