New to day trading? Master the basics with 10 proven tips—choosing the right platform, managing risk, controlling emotions, ...

Gap trading looks simple on paper. A stock opens way above or below yesterday’s close, volume is loud, and the chart feels like it is handing you a shortcut to a big move. In fact, gap days are where ...

One of the most common mistakes made by beginners is not having a plan. A trading plan outlines the strategies and techniques that you’ll use to execute trades and manage risks. Without a plan, you’re ...

Proprietary trading, often called prop trading, is when a firm or individual trades financial instruments using their own capital instead of client funds, aiming to generate direct profits. Unlike ...

Options trading can sound complicated and risky to novices, so beginners often steer clear. While their hesitation is understandable, not much is required to get started — but the process, terminology ...

The New York Post may receive revenue from affiliate/advertising partnerships for sharing this content and/or if you click or make a purchase. In just five years, the number of people trading ...

Overview: A clear goal, long-term horizon, and dollar-cost averaging help beginners avoid emotional decisions and reduce the urge to overtrade in fast-moving cr ...

The stock market gives investors many opportunities to build wealth. While many people get started with trading stocks, some investors hear about options trading and may want to give it a try.