Trading Dictionary
139+ Trading Terms Explained
Plain-English definitions for active traders - from order types and chart patterns to options Greeks and trader slang.
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PDT Rule (Eliminated)
Risk & Money Management
The former Pattern Day Trader rule — an SEC/FINRA regulation that required retail traders to maintain at least $25,000 in a margin account t
Position Size
Risk & Money Management
Position size is the number of shares, contracts, or dollar value you deploy in a single trade — determined by the relationship between your
Profit Target
Risk & Money Management
A profit target is a predetermined exit price where you plan to close a winning trade and lock in gains — defined before you enter the posit