Basics
What is Day Trading?
Buying and selling stocks within the same day
Full Explanation
Day traders open and close positions within a single trading day, never holding overnight. It requires extreme focus, speed, and discipline. Studies show the vast majority of day traders lose money.
Pro Tip
The PDT rule requires $25,000 minimum to make more than 3 day trades per week in the US.
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