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What are stop-loss orders and how do they work?

 

A stop-loss order is essentially an instruction to sell a stock when its price falls to a certain level. This helps limit your loss. The stop loss definition ensures you do not lose more money than you are willing to.

 

How do stop-loss orders work? Stop loss instructions help your broker sell your stock automatically when the price hits a pre-determined level. Types of stop-loss orders include fixed price and trailing stop-loss.

 

Also read: What is Stop Loss in Stock Market?