Financial Trading

Day Trader
A day trader is an individual who buys and sells financial instruments within the same trading day, with the goal of profiting from short-term price fluctuations.
London Stock Exchange
The London Stock Exchange (LSE) is the primary stock exchange in the United Kingdom, offering equity, derivative, and information services. It has a rich history dating back to the seventeenth century and has undergone significant reforms to become one of the world's leading exchanges.
Multilateral Trading Facility (MTF)
An MTF is a European Union-regulated financial trading venue, offering a platform different from traditional stock exchanges to match buyers and sellers in a transparent and efficient manner.
Multilateral Trading Facility (MTF)
In the European Union, a Multilateral Trading Facility (MTF) is a financial trading platform that operates as an alternative to regulated exchanges. It allows for electronic trading and often matches buyers and sellers anonymously, akin to the U.S. Alternative Trading System (ATS).
Riskless Transaction
A Riskless Transaction refers to a trade that guarantees a profit to the trader who initiates it, eliminating any potential for a financial loss. These transactions are generally achieved through methods like arbitrage.
Square Position
In financial trading, a square position refers to an open position that has been covered or hedged, neutralizing the trader’s exposure and risk associated with price movements.

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