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Beginner’s Guide: How to Start Day Trading

Wed Jun 15, 2022, 02:37 pm | by Azhar Khan | No comments

You may be wondering how you can make some extra income, start a new hobby, or just simply learn something new. Maybe you’ve seen day trading in the news lately, and it sparked your curiosity.  Day trading is the buying[…..]

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BigBeat’s Rules of Trading

Wed Jun 15, 2022, 02:30 pm | by Abbey Polin | No comments

Steven “BigBeat” Orr, Senior Vice President at Benzinga and a trader with 27+ years of experience, has shared the set of rules he follows to find success in the market. These rules are great whether you’re a new trader or[…..]

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Beginner’s Guide to Stock Splits

Wed Jun 15, 2022, 02:26 pm | by Abbey Polin | No comments

As a trader, from time-to-time, you may come across a stock split. While a split may not sound like a good thing, it’s not necessarily a bad thing either, especially with stocks. According to Investopedia, stock splits allow companies to[…..]

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How To: Building a Trading Thesis

Wed Jun 15, 2022, 02:14 pm | by Abbey Polin | No comments

What is a Trading Thesis? A thesis is simply your reason for trading.  Having a thesis helps you determine your entry and exit point. Think of it like a guide to keep you on track. Having a thesis also allows[…..]

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3 Workspaces for Benzinga Pro

Wed Jun 15, 2022, 02:07 pm | by Azhar Khan | No comments

When you initially open Benzinga Pro, you can create as many workspaces as you’d like. Get inspiration for your own workspace to get started in Benzinga Pro. These workspaces are great for any trader, from beginner to advanced! Workspace 1:[…..]

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How to Day Trade on Robinhood

Wed Jun 15, 2022, 12:45 pm | by Abbey Polin | No comments

Countless day traders spend hours scouring the internet for that perfect day trading app. If you’re one of those traders you probably have heard about Robinhood. Many day traders have taken a liking to Robinhood as their go-to trading app[…..]

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What is Swing Trading? A Guide for Beginners

Wed Jun 15, 2022, 12:38 pm | by Azhar Khan | No comments

Swing trading is a form of trading where positions are held for longer than just one day. They can range from a couple days to several months. While similar to day trading, it has some key differences, including rules, position[…..]

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How To: Create a Biotech Stock Monitor Workspace

Wed Jun 15, 2022, 12:36 pm | by Azhar Khan | No comments

If you’re looking to capitalize on the volatility with biotech stock, you need to make sure you have the right trading setup so you have all the information you need to make the best decisions in your trading. This comprehensive[…..]

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Find Opening Gaps using Benzinga Pro

Wed Jun 15, 2022, 12:33 pm | by Azhar Khan | No comments

One of the most common day trading strategy is trading opening gaps. Opening gaps occur when a stock opens at a much higher or lower price than the previous day’s close. This is one of the more popular strategies for[…..]

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Guide to Trading Terminology

Wed Jun 15, 2022, 12:29 pm | by Azhar Khan | No comments

When it comes to trading, there are a lot of terms and financial jargon out there though most aren’t used all the time. If you don’t have a financial background, you might not be familiar with them or what they[…..]