TRADING GLOSSARY
Slippage
Slippage is the difference between the price you requested and the price your order is filled at. It is most common in fast markets or around major news.
EXAMPLE
A stop loss at 1.0800 is filled at 1.0796 during a sharp move: 4 pips of slippage.
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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