Trading Basics
Dividend Yield
The amount an investor generates annually as a percentage from their investment in a share. Calculated by dividing the dividend payment per share by the share price.
Other Trading Basics
Contingent Orders
Orders that instruct a broker to another action if filled. The typical action is to place a stop or limit order on the trade.
Acquisition
When the majority of shares changes hands in a company.
This is typically when one company buys another.
Controlled Risk Bet
A trade where the maximum downside is predefined, usually with a guaranteed stop-loss order.
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