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Measures the volatility of an investment compared to the market as a whole. Beta measures how volatile an investment is compared to the market as a whole. A high beta indicates that the security’s price will move more dramatically than …
This term describes a broader market sentiment where traders collectively believe the market or a specific sector is on a downward trajectory. A bear market typically refers to a prolonged period of declining prices. A bearish market signifies a period …
This term is used when a trader believes that the price of an financial instrument, market, or asset class, is likely to move downward. A bearish sentiment reflects expectations of a decline in value. “Bearish” describes a market sentiment where …
A contract giving the buyer the right, but not the obligation, to buy a security at a specified price within a set time. A call option is a financial contract that gives the buyer the right, but not the obligation, …
One hundredth of a percentage point (0.01%), used to measure changes in interest rates or yields. A basis point is one hundredth of a percentage point (0.01%), used to measure minute changes in interest rates or bond yields. In financial …
An instruction given to a broker to quickly buy or sell at the best price currently available in the market. An “at best” order instructs a broker to execute a trade at the best available price immediately, useful in fast-moving …
The increase in the value of an asset over time. In financial markets, appreciation can refer to the rise in value of currencies, stocks, real estate, or other investments. Appreciation signifies an increase in an asset’s value over time, applicable …
Buying more of a security at a lower price to reduce the average cost per share. Averaging down is a strategy where an investor buys more shares of a declining asset to lower the average cost per share. While it …
Trading managed by computer algorithms without human intervention. Automated trading uses algorithms to execute trades based on predefined criteria, reducing the need for manual intervention. This approach can enhance trading efficiency, minimise emotional decision-making, and capitalise on market opportunities 24/7, …
A system for buying and selling assets based on bidding. An auction is a trading mechanism where assets are sold to the highest bidder, used in various markets to ensure fair price discovery. In finance, auctions determine bond yields or …
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