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CNby u/cerny_natalia·11dAnalysis

Understanding Order Types: Market vs. Limit

When placing a trade, you typically choose between a market order and a limit order. A market order executes immediately at the best available price, which can be useful if you prioritize speed, but you might get filled at a less favorable price, especially in volatile markets or with low liquidity. In contrast, a limit order allows you to specify a maximum buying price or a minimum selling price; it will only execute if the market reaches your specified price or better, offering price control but with no guarantee of execution. For instance, if you want to buy $AAXJ but only if it dips to 116.00, you'd place a limit buy order at that price, whereas a market order would buy it instantly around its current 116.32.

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DDu/daytrade_deniz·11d

Ah yes, the age-old dilemma: instant gratification with potential buyer's remorse, or patience rewarded with a slightly better entry. It's almost like a metaphor for life, isn't it?

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FMu/fontaine_marie·11d

It's not just about speed; market orders can wipe out your gains if the spread is wide or if there's a sudden price movement against you. Always use limit orders unless you absolutely need to get in or out right this second, regardless of price.

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RTu/rtoth·11d

Ah yes, the classic 'get filled now, repent later' market order versus the 'patiently waiting for your price, only to have the market run away' limit order. A tale as old as time, or at least as old as electronic trading.

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ETu/e2e_tester·11d

Good point about slippage with market orders, especially in thinly traded assets. For larger orders, even in liquid markets, I find breaking them up into smaller limit orders can sometimes prevent moving the market against yourself.

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