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What Does Capitulate Mean in Trading?

John McDowell : June 22, 2022
Last Updated: March 5, 2024

The word capitulate means to give up or stop trying. It’s easy to see how this would apply to trading, especially considering the current market...

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What Is a Block Trade?

John McDowell : June 21, 2022
Last Updated: March 29, 2026

A block trade is a large-sized stock order that takes place outside of the publicly traded stock market. By the definition of the NYSE and NASDAQ...

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Stock Halts and Circuit Breaker Halts Explained

John McDowell : June 20, 2022
Last Updated: March 31, 2026

What is a stock halt?

A stock halt is a temporary suspension in the trading of a particular stock by the exchange. It is one of the many regulations...

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What Is Alpha in Trading?

John McDowell : June 17, 2022
Last Updated: March 31, 2026

In trading, alpha refers to the excess or above-market return generated by a trader or a trading strategy over a period of time. It is also commonly...

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Stock Dilution and Offerings Explained for Beginners

John McDowell : June 7, 2022
Last Updated: March 31, 2026

What is stock dilution?

Stock dilution is generally seen as a negative characteristic for a publicly-traded company. Not only does it signal that the...

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Over the Counter (OTC) Stock Trading Explained

John McDowell : June 6, 2022
Last Updated: March 31, 2026

What are over the counter stocks?

Over the Counter or OTC stocks are equities that trade on the OTC market which is a broker-dealer network rather...

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What Is Quadruple Witching Day in the Stock Market?

John McDowell : May 26, 2022
Last Updated: March 31, 2026

If you are under the impression that every trading session is the same, then we are sorry to say this, but you are sorely mistaken. There are certain...