#TradingTypes101 — a term that may refer to types of traders and orders in the context of trading. Trading 101 refers to the study of the main categories of market participants, as well as types of trading orders.

Types of Traders

Some types of traders that are considered within Trading 101:

Day Traders. Operate within a single session, close positions by the end of the day to avoid risks associated with overnight price changes.

Swing Traders. Seek profit from price movements in the short-term and medium-term, keeping positions open for several days or weeks.

Position Traders. Adhere to a long-term approach, buying assets to hold them for months or even years.

Scalpers. Aim to profit from small price movements, keeping positions open for seconds or minutes.