TRADING GLOSSARY
Stop order
A stop order is a pending order to buy above, or sell below, the current price, used to enter when price breaks through a level.
EXAMPLE
EURUSD is at 1.0850; a buy stop at 1.0880 opens a long position if the price rises to 1.0880.
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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