#StopLossStrategies **Effective Stop-Loss Strategies for Smarter Trading**

A stop-loss is essential for risk management, preventing emotional decisions. Key strategies include:

1. **Percentage-Based** – Set a fixed % loss (e.g., 2-5%) per trade.

2. **Support/Resistance** – Place stops below key levels to avoid false breakouts.

3. **Volatility-Based** – Use ATR to adjust for market swings.

4. **Trailing Stop** – Lock in profits while giving trades room to grow.

5. **Time-Based** – Exit if a trade doesn’t move as expected.

Always backtest and adjust based on market conditions. A well-placed stop-loss protects capital and enforces discipline—critical for long-term success.

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