Trading, or negotiation, is the buying and selling of financial or physical assets, which can occur in regulated markets, such as stock exchanges, or in unregulated environments, such as direct negotiations between producers and buyers of soybeans or cattle.
The liquidity of assets, which is the ease of converting them into cash, varies according to the type of market and the traded asset. Prices are determined by the interaction between supply and demand, which reflects economic conditions, expectations, and relevant events. Even fixed income securities, such as those from the Direct Treasury, can be traded.
Trading (business) occurs when a buyer and a seller agree to negotiate an asset at the same price. When there is great interest in buying, sellers tend to retreat, increasing their prices in the next negotiations.
Cryptocurrency trading generally occurs on exchanges, which are brokerages specialized in digital assets. The user needs to deposit cryptocurrencies or money in reais (R$) before starting trading. After the deposit is confirmed, it is possible to exchange one cryptocurrency for another or sell it for reais, which can be transferred to a bank account.
Those who buy cryptocurrencies can choose to keep them on the exchange or transfer them to an external cryptocurrency wallet. It is essential to check if the brokerage is registered and has a board of directors in the country, ensuring greater security in operations and compliance with local regulations.
It is possible to make money with trading, but this requires knowledge, strategy, and discipline. Profit occurs by buying assets at low prices and selling them at higher prices, or vice versa, taking advantage of market fluctuations.
Trading also involves significant risks, such as sudden price drops or lack of liquidity to execute a sale at the desired moment. Factors such as volatility, market analysis, and operational costs directly influence the results.
Although many see trading as an opportunity, it does not guarantee consistent gains, especially for beginners. Therefore, it is important to study the market and manage risks carefully.