IS DAY TRADING GAMBLING?

Oct 10, 2023 at 14:22
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Membre depuis Oct 05, 2023   posts 2
Oct 10, 2023 at 14:22
Day Trading is often used in the same sentence. Furthermore, the two strategies can help you make a lot of money by risking a small amount of money.

For example, if you spend $1,000 to buy a stock that rises by 10%, you will have $1,100 in that session alone. In gambling, you can risk $100 and make more than $1,000 in a single session.

In this article, we will look at the key benefits that trading has over gambling.

What is Trading Gambling?
Gambling is the process of investing a small amount of money in the hopes of making huge profits. There are two types of gambling: based on skills gambling and chance-based gambling. Roulette and blackjack are two examples of skill-based gambling strategies.

The lottery is the most popular type of chance-based gambling. You put a small amount of money at risk for the chance to make a large amount of money.

What is Trading?
Membre depuis May 06, 2023   posts 9
Oct 16, 2023 at 06:49
Trading is not gambling by any means. It requires knowledge and analyzing skills, as well as risk management and capital management.
Membre depuis Mar 21, 2023   posts 4
Oct 17, 2023 at 06:53
The way most people approach it makes it seem like gambling but its actually not it requires a strategy + practice.
Membre depuis Aug 02, 2017   posts 18
Oct 17, 2023 at 15:35
Gambling is when you chances of winning are purely based on chance and no amount of knowledge or analysis will change that. When trading you are able to get change the odds of success through gathering and analysing information
Membre depuis Apr 10, 2024   posts 2
Apr 11 at 10:20
Personally, I think there are similarities, but also some pretty big differences. Sure, both involve risking money with the hope of making a profit. And yeah, you can definitely see some big gains in both if you play your cards right . But here's where I think they diverge: strategy and mindset. With day trading, you've got a bit more control over your fate. You can do your research, analyze market trends, and make informed decisions.
Membre depuis Jan 31, 2018   posts 16
Apr 11 at 10:25
It is gambling if you are not educated in risk management and good trading strategies. Once you have that you can put the odds in your favour
Membre depuis May 08, 2023   posts 48
Apr 19 at 13:27
Not at all, the most successful trader I know, day trades Gold. Always profitable, I don't even know how he does it, but I saw him make 85k in one week. That's an absurd number to me honestly. So if he is constantly making very good money, how is he gambling?
Membre depuis Apr 08, 2024   posts 30
Apr 25 at 13:48
tradingpet posted:
Day Trading is often used in the same sentence. Furthermore, the two strategies can help you make a lot of money by risking a small amount of money.

For example, if you spend $1,000 to buy a stock that rises by 10%, you will have $1,100 in that session alone. In gambling, you can risk $100 and make more than $1,000 in a single session.

In this article, we will look at the key benefits that trading has over gambling.

What is Trading Gambling?
Gambling is the process of investing a small amount of money in the hopes of making huge profits. There are two types of gambling: based on skills gambling and chance-based gambling. Roulette and blackjack are two examples of skill-based gambling strategies.

The lottery is the most popular type of chance-based gambling. You put a small amount of money at risk for the chance to make a large amount of money.

What is Trading?
Day trading and gambling are often compared, but they differ significantly. While both can yield profits with small investments, trading involves strategic speculation, not mere chance. Unlike gambling, trading relies on market analysis, risk management, and disciplined execution. It's about leveraging knowledge and skill to capitalize on market movements. While gambling offers potential windfalls, trading offers consistent returns through informed decision-making. In trading, success is not left to chance but is a result of diligent research and disciplined trading practices. Appreciate the insight into the distinctions between trading and gambling.
Membre depuis Feb 12, 2016   posts 52
Apr 27 at 15:20
tradingpet posted:
Day Trading is often used in the same sentence. Furthermore, the two strategies can help you make a lot of money by risking a small amount of money.

For example, if you spend $1,000 to buy a stock that rises by 10%, you will have $1,100 in that session alone. In gambling, you can risk $100 and make more than $1,000 in a single session.

In this article, we will look at the key benefits that trading has over gambling.

What is Trading Gambling?
Gambling is the process of investing a small amount of money in the hopes of making huge profits. There are two types of gambling: based on skills gambling and chance-based gambling. Roulette and blackjack are two examples of skill-based gambling strategies.

The lottery is the most popular type of chance-based gambling. You put a small amount of money at risk for the chance to make a large amount of money.

What is Trading?
Day trading can share similarities with gambling if approached without a solid strategy, proper risk management, or understanding of market dynamics. However, unlike gambling, day trading involves analyzing market trends, utilizing technical and fundamental analysis, and making informed decisions based on probabilities rather than chance alone. Success in day trading often requires skill, discipline, and continuous learning, distinguishing it from pure gambling.
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