Risk & performance
Stop-loss
Also known as: stop, SL
A stop-loss is a predefined order that closes a position once price reaches a level, capping the loss on the trade.
It enforces discipline by defining risk before entry. Stops are often placed beyond a structural level or a multiple of ATR so normal noise doesn't trigger them. A position's stop, together with its size, determines how much you risk.
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