Trading refers to the buying and selling of financial instruments such as stocks, bonds, currencies, commodities, and derivatives in order to make a profit. It can be done through various markets such as stock exchanges, over-the-counter markets, and futures exchanges. There are several types of trading, each with its own set of characteristics and strategies: Day trading: This involves buying and selling financial instruments within the same trading day. Day traders typically use technical analysis and high levels of leverage to make quick profits. Swing trading: This involves holding positions for a few days to a few weeks, taking advantage of short-term price movements. Swing traders use a combination of technical and fundamental analysis to make decisions. Position trading: This involves holding positions for a longer period of time, usually several weeks to several months. Position traders use fundamental analysis to make decisions and usually have a more conservative approach to ...