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Trading Glossary

Glossary trade refers to a type of trading strategy where traders use a predefined set of terms, definitions, or concepts to make informed decisions. It often involves industry-specific jargon, financial metrics, and analytical tools to navigate markets effectively.

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DYOR

DYOR stands for “Do Your Own Research” and is a common expression in crypto and financial circles. It’s both a true piece of advice and a legal disclaimer. It’s a reminder, as real counsel, that no tip, influencer suggestion, or social media thread replaces understanding what you’re truly buying.

Markets are full of people with conflicts of interest, inadequate information, or just plain wrong opinions, and to outsource your convictions to someone else usually ends badly when the trade goes against you.

Often, it’s used as a disclaimer at the end of a post by someone who has just made a forceful recommendation, a technique of officially avoiding accountability while still advancing a stance. The expression is well-intentioned in principle, but all too often misapplied in practice.

Example: A crypto influencer excitedly shares news about a new coin and explains why they think it will go up a lot. At the bottom of the post in small text, they put “DYOR.” The disclaimer does little for followers who invested in the recommendation and then saw the token crash.

This is a lesson that research done before investing is far more beneficial than a two-word disclaimer read after the fact.

E-mini

A smaller version of a futures contract, traded on an electronic exchange.

Early exercise

The practice of exercising an option before its expiration date.

Earnings call

A conference held by companies to address their earnings report results, attended by analysts, investors and the media.

Earnings per Share (EPS)

A profitability ratio calculated by dividing a company’s net income by its outstanding shares. It reveals the profit attributed to each stock share, with higher EPS making the stock more appealing to investors.

Earnings reports

Financial statements released by corporations quarterly or annually.

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