Stop Order
- Stop-loss order: - This type of order is placed to limit potential losses.
- Stop-limit order: - This type of order is similar to a stop-loss order, but it allows the investor to set a specific price at which the order will be executed.
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To limit potential losses on a security position -
To lock in profits on a security position -
To protect against volatility or sudden market changes -
To manage risk by limiting the potential downside of a trade