TRADING GLOSSARY
Short position
Going short means selling an instrument in the expectation that its price will fall, then buying it back later.
EXAMPLE
Selling 1 lot of EURUSD at 1.0850 and buying back at 1.0820 makes 30 pips, or $300, before costs.
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Risk warning: CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Glossary definitions are general education only and are not investment advice. Risk disclosure