How does short and long stock trading work in the context of cryptocurrency exchanges?

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• Dec 27, 2021 · 3 years ago
  Short and long stock trading on cryptocurrency exchanges can be done through various platforms, including BYDFi. When it comes to short selling, traders borrow a cryptocurrency and sell it at the current market price. They hope to buy it back at a lower price in the future and return it to the lender, making a profit from the price difference. On the other hand, long positions involve buying a cryptocurrency with the expectation that its price will increase. Traders hold onto the cryptocurrency and sell it at a higher price to make a profit. The key difference between short and long positions is the direction of the price movement that traders are betting on. Short selling allows traders to profit from a declining market, while long positions allow traders to profit from a rising market. It's important for traders to understand the risks and rewards associated with each strategy and to conduct thorough market analysis before making any trading decisions.
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