Long and short positions, explained

Long and short positions, explained

Discover the intricacies of short and long positions in crypto trading. These principles can be applied by both new and experienced traders. How can margin trading amplify the targets of long and short positions?Margin trading can magnify the potential results of long and short positions thanks to leverage — i.e., borrowed funds.Going long or short might be lucrative, especially when the cryptocurrency is volatile. Still, professional traders prefer margin trading, as they can amplify potential profits by several times. However, the risks also increase by the same degree, which is why....


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