#StopLossStrategies
In trading, a stop-loss is a pre-determined price level at which a trade is automatically closed to limit potential losses, while a target price is the desired price level where a trader aims to exit a trade to secure profits.
Here's a breakdown of stop-loss and target prices:
Stop-Loss:
Definition:
A stop-loss order is a type of order placed with a broker to automatically sell a security (or close a position) if its price drops to a specified level (the stop-loss price).
Purpose:
The primary purpose of a stop-loss is to limit potential losses in a trade.
How it works:
If the price of a security moves against the trader's position and reaches the stop-loss price, the order is automatically executed, and the position is closed.
Types:
Market Stop-Loss: Triggers a market order to sell shares at the best available price.
Limit Stop-Loss: Specifies a minimum price at which shares are sold.
Benefits:
Limits losses, maintains discipline, and protects capital.