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Over the Counter (OTC) Stock Trading Explained

John McDowell : June 6, 2022
Last Updated: March 5, 2024

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 5, 2024

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...

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The Short Seller Restriction Rule (SSR) Explained for Day Trading

John McDowell : May 24, 2022
Last Updated: October 13, 2023

What is short sale restriction?

Short sale restriction (SSR) is an interesting trading rule that was established in 2010 and is not always popular...

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How to Day Trade without $25k

John McDowell : May 18, 2022
Last Updated: March 5, 2024

For most retail traders the hurdle to begin day trading can be pretty high. One of the reasons for this is that you are limited to the number of day...

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Power Hour in Stock Trading for Beginners

John McDowell : May 14, 2022
Last Updated: March 19, 2024

Power hour conjures a myriad of assumptions in stock trading. Could it be akin to happy hour, where everyone takes a shot if their trades go well?...

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US Stock Exchange Calendar: Trading Days in a Year 2024

John McDowell : May 13, 2022
Last Updated: February 3, 2024

What are the Stock Market Holidays for 2024?

It’s a common question that investors have as it seems like the stock market is closed on some holidays...

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Hard To Borrow Stocks and Short Locates Explained

John McDowell : May 12, 2022
Last Updated: March 19, 2024

Hard-to-borrow stocks and short locates are terms used by active traders who are looking to short stocks which don't have readily available shares to...