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• Trading refers to the buying and selling of financial assets in markets to generate profits. Traders analyze price movements and make decisions based on different strategies. These strategies can be short-term (day trading, scalping) or long-term (swing trading, position trading). Successful trading requires market knowledge, risk management, and emotional discipline.

• Stock Market – Traders buy and sell company shares (e.g., Apple, Tesla) to earn profits from price changes.
• Forex (Foreign Exchange) Market – The largest financial market where traders exchange currencies (e.g., USD/EUR). It operates 24/5.
• Commodities Market – Includes trading raw materials like gold, oil, and agricultural products.
• Cryptocurrency Market – Digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum are traded 24/7 in decentralized markets.

• Pips – The smallest price movement in forex trading. For example, if EUR/USD moves from 1.1000 to 1.1005, it has moved 5 pips.
• Leverage – A tool that allows traders to control larger positions with a small capital amount. Example: 1:100 leverage means you can trade $10,000 with just $100.
• Margin – The amount of money required to open a leveraged trade. It acts as collateral for potential losses.
• Spread – The difference between the buying (ask) and selling (bid) price of an asset. Lower spreads mean lower trading costs.

To trade efficiently, traders use specialized platforms that provide real-time market data, charting tools, and order execution capabilities:

• MetaTrader 5 (MT5) – A popular platform for forex and CFD trading, offering advanced charting and automated trading features.
• TradingView – A web-based platform known for powerful charting tools, indicators, and social trading features.
• cTrader & NinjaTrader – Alternatives to MT5 with advanced order execution and analytics.

Choosing the right platform depends on your trading style and asset preference.