Learning Day Trading

Day Trading? I need to find information on day trading, does anyone know a good online broker, with a low minimum initial investment, low commission that executes trades quickly. Any other information would be helpful. Can I Day trade without a broker and how would I do that.

What is day trading and how can i do it? I keep hearing about day trading, is it easy to learn and is it likely that i will not lose all my money doing it? I only have about $1000 to start and i am only 23 years old but i think it maybe fun and a learning experience for me if anything. What websites should I go with to learn/do some trading?

What percentage of a persons total Day Trading account should they risk per trade? Let's say someone has a brokerage account with $50,000 in it. How much of it should they trade in order to reduce risk but also make some money? How do you reduce risk in your Day Trading?

When day/active trading, how long does it take between choosing to sell and the execution? I'm wanting to use an online service such as e-trade or scottrade for day trading. I'm wondering what the time difference is between entering the decision to sell and when the stock actually gets sold. Sam, people like you make me laugh.

What is intra day trading in a online demat trading? Does brokerage vary for intra day trading? What is the % brokerage? What are the other types of trading ?

Is there any stock trading company that will allow day to day trades without margin? I need to know whether there are any stock trading companies that wil allow me to trade day to day without a margin account. I want to buy a stock one and and sell it the next. I can't do it with Scottrade because they require that I have margin in my account.

What are the rules on day trading in a futures account? What are the rules on day trading in a futures account? I understand that I have to have a minimum of 25,000 dollars in my account if I am a pattern day trader in a stock account. Does this same rule apply for a futures account?

When day trading stocks how can I minimize or avoid unwanted capital gains taxes? I am starting out day trading stocks and want to minimize the taxes I will have to pay. Does anybody have good tips or tricks to doing this? I will not be holding them for over a year. Also any good programs or websites I might want to use. I use Scottrade currently but want something for charting.

How do i start intra day trading? Hi, My name is Madan. I am novice to stockes and share trading. Especially intra day trading. 2n any one tell me how do I get started in intra day trading.Your guidence will be appreciated.

How do partial fills affect day trading status? In the U.S. Stock Market, how do partial fills and multiple orders count in getting flagged as a Pattern Day Trader? Day trading is buying and selling the same security within the same trading day (though if you don't already know that, you shouldn't be answering this question). Suppose I process a series of buys on a particular security in the morning. Then sell them all in the afternoon. Buy - Buy - Buy - Sell Does this count as one day trade or three? What if either the Buy or Sell orders were partial fills? Thanks Thank you very much StopSpending. What if the buys were separate orders, but you execute a single sell for the total lot?

What online stock brokers allow day-trading without a minimum? I've looked at several brokers to do day trading with, but they all seem to require a minimum of $25,000 in the account. I appreciate anyone who finds me a broker that doesn't have a day trading minimum! Thanks - Tyler

What is the best way to research stocks for day trading? Finding stocks under pressure, to watch the next day? I am new to day trading and my "mentor" has failed to train me on preparing for the following day and spotting stocks under pressure. Can anyone give me some advice, it would be greatly appreciated.

What is the best online brokerage for day trading? I am thinking about doing some day trading this summer instead of finding a summer job. Does anyone have tips on what brokerages are good and any other advice.

What is the best site to open a practice day trading account? I am interested in learning more about day trading, so I plan on utilizing a # of recommended sites and books. What is the best site to open a fantasy trading account?

What is the best day-trading company for me to sign up with? I am interested in day-trading in the stockmarket. What companies offer the best deals?

Is a Pattern Day Trader trading the same stock four times a week? I'm a little bit confused with the Pattern Day Trading restriction. If I buy MSFT and sell it the same day, for four days in a row, I am a pattern day trader. I understand that part. However, what if I buy MSFT one day and sell it, BBY the next day and sell it, ADBE the day after that and sell it, etc., Am I considered a pattern day trader? Also, is it the same for options?

What online broker do you use for day trading? I've done some minimal day trading in the past and am looking to get more serious with it. I know you need a minimum $25,000.00 balance and all....I'm just curious to hear from other day traders which broker they use and if they are happy with the service. Thank you.

How many computer monitors do I need for day trading? As a newbie trader who day trades (not scalping or high freq trading), what is the recommended minimum number of computer screens that I would need to monitor the markets effectively? I do not want to overspend on the infrastructure and prefers to scale up gradually when necessary.

What constitutes a day-trade as it pertains to the SEC day-trading rule? Okay so if I buy a stock and I sell it in the same day, is that the only way it would be considered a day-trade? Are options subject to this rule as well. Also, the five day period: is that Mon-Fri, or is that five consecutive trading days?

How to use margine option in day trading profitably? I am new to online trading and not clear with the option "margine" in day trading can any one tell me how to use it effectively?

What school or person is good to learn Day Trading? I am looking to invest in day trading, but need to know from someone that can lead me to the right school or instructor.

What is the best day trading swing trading software? I bought the Day Trading Robot from http://hardcoresoftware.net and love it and can see why it is best for swing trading but what is the best software for free? I guess no one wants to trust their money to a free program but just for kicks or practice, what would the software be?

How to book profits in Day trading? How to the do day trading? There are some sites which are asking the subscription charges for the day trade tips. To what extent these sites are reliable?

Where is the best place to find out about different stock day-trading systems? I'm new to day trading, and trying to research the many different systems available. Where could I find impartial, independent research on how the different systems work, and how well they work?

What is the best site to register for Day Trading? I really want to start Day Trading, but there are so many different sites that I am not sure which one to pick. I am starting with little money becuase i just want to get a feel for it first. I don't want to pay a lot of extra fees. Also how does the capital gain taxes work for day trading and is it possible to make $50-60 a day doing this? Thanks

How does one make a profit selling bonds by day trading? So how does it work? Why should you make any money by holding a bond for even a few seconds and then trading it? What is the process...im just confused how you own a bond, and why anyone would buy it from you through day trading and how/why you are making (or losing) money?

What is the most affordable way of doing day trading? Hello, Can individuals do day trading in Nasdaq? What would be the best way to do it to minimize commission costs? Thanks...

I like to actively day trade on the stock market. I read books about day trading. I need help start trading.? I have read a lot of books about day trading. But I need someone who himself is a day trader to help me actually start trading.

How much money could I make day trading stocks? I'm new to stocks and am just starting to learn the ins and outs...because I'm a beginner I just want to start off day trading maybe 100 bucks worth of a stock to get the hang of it...how much could I make by just selling high and buying low all throughout the day?

What will happen if we start to buy shares labelled day trading and if we dont sell it at the end of the day? Suppose when the trading starts and if we buy some stocks labelled as day trading and if we are not satisfied at the rates and hoping that it will revise the next day,if we dont sell the shares what will happen?will the software sells itself at the end of the day or what?pl tell me iam new to online trading.... pl help....

What is the best day trading system? I have been researching the net, and trying to find a good day trading system. There are so many ways I can go, and I'm overwhelmed. I have also been reading books on the subject, so I'm not totally clueless. I also know day trading styles are all different. I guess I'm just trying to find a proven trading system.

How does day trading stocks work? How does day trading work? I mean the price fluctuates every second. So for one second if you want to buy it at one price and then during the time you go and buy it it goes up does it sell at the price you want to or the new price? Also can you buy when the market is closed? Also is there a sight that shows you the basics of trading stocks?

Are there people who make a good living day trading? Is there any way to find out? If it were possible for the average guy to make a living this way, almost everyone would be doing it. You would have millions of people quitting their jobs and selling their houses, cashing in their 401(K)'s to do it. I know there was a lot of day trading in the late 90s and most of them probably got wiped out when the bubble burst in 2000. What about now though?

In day trading, is it unreasonable to expect a 3% weekly return? I have dabbled with the idea of day trading and feel that with a 3% weekly return on investment I will be able to reach my financial goals with in 5 years. I know that most will lose money in this pursuit but I am not really looking for major hits with each transaction. Just a modest return. Is 3% a lofty goal or should I be looking to "let it ride"?

Can anyone tell me about the concept of day trading and of stock options? I've read a lot on day trading and stock options, but I don't completely understand how it works and how the concepts are applied and carried out on a regular basis. Can you explain to me how they work based on the concepts?

Day Trading Forex possible to make a living? Hey, Are there people in the world who day trade forex for a living? I've read so many articles bashing day trading as gambling and impossible to make money, but I also read some forex trader interview who just trade a few hours a day and make a good living. Is it true? Anyone has experience?

What is the diffrence in taxes for "day trading" compared to "regular tradng"? What is the diffrence in taxes for "day trading" compared to "regular tradng" or anyother type of trading in the US stock markets.

what is the difference between day trading and long term trading? Between day trading and long term trading, which one is the better choice for a begginner with $700 to invest?

Compare Options Xpress and Etrade for Day Trading, What are the benefits of either one? Compare Options Xpress and Etrade for Day Trading, What are the benefits of either one? I have an Etrade account with Level 2 that also covers PK and BB stocks. Options Xpress seems to be cheaper but is it as good?

How realistic would it be for me to eventually making a career out of day trading? I'm 20 years old and have been investing since I was 17. I'm working towards my finance degree but I really don't want to work a regular job and retire when I'm 95. Is it realistic for me to someday make a career out of day trading? Does anyone out there do this? I do understand how risky of a business this is and how much luck is involved. Just looking for some experienced individuals in the field.

What is the best type of account to sign up for if i want to sart day trading? Ameritrade has four of them: cash, cash and option, cash and margin, cash and option and margin.. Also, to elaborate on my question, is $2000 even enough to start making any kind of profit in day trading ?? And is signing up for those newsletters all over the internet that promise you the best, 'top secret' tips on potential stocks a hoax ??

Is anyone using investools now and how does it help you with day trading? I would like to start day trading and this tool seems to be good of teaching and indication of buying and selling points. Can you provide some feedback of you have used this tool or using it now.

How do people make money day-trading? I have always been taught that day-trading is a bad route. Yet my brother knows someone making lots of money doing it, and he's a Sophomore in college. It sounded a bit unrealistic to me, but apparently it's true. How is he possibly doing this?

Best online stock broker for day trading? I've been doing a lot of research and I think I'm ready to begin day trading. What is the best online stock broker for day trading? I'd be making a ton of transactions and would need minimal to no processing times for my orders. Can anybody help? Thanks.

Is it possible to make money in stocks in the short term without day trading? Can you make like 5k a month trading stocks with like ameritrade or something? (without day trading) Just regular trading.

what career path can i take with my day trading knowledge? I currently day trade, but with very little capital. I love the stock market and would love a career in the industry. i will graduate from college soon. Does anybody have any suggestions on a career that would be similar to trading?

I am interested in day trading, other than the 25k limit, can I do what I had planned? I want to use the funds to buy stocks that have a relatively low beta, and just trade them throughout the day, and be clear of my position by the end of the day. So for instance, I want to buy a stock at 2.25 and then sell it at say 2.26. But I want to do this several times throughout the day. Is this possible once the 25k minimum requirement is met for day trading?

How much money have you made day-trading? We all know that day trading is risky. Has anyone out there made good money day trading(long term)? Tell us about yourself. How you learned, how much you make, what programs/software you use, and advice you have for anyone who is interested in getting into it.

I need assistance in learning the fundamentals of day trading. Where should I begin? Where do I start?... What seminars should I attend? What accounts should I create for myself? What websites have most day traders found to be esp. useful? I am a newbie requesting legitimate advice pertaining to trading commodities or simply trading in general. Thank You!

what is the minimum amount you need to open and account and start doing online day trading.? like to start doing day trading, have been learning and reading books from the last 2 years. but the brokers tell me that you need lots of money to start doing day trading, what is the minimum amount to open and account and start doing online trading.

how we can earn from day trading from indian share market? intraday or day trading in share market , from it how we can earn daily from our intelligence or luck. if anyone know about the requirements and procedures please tell us.

day trading? Hello everyone. I have question about day trading. Let suppose you buy three stocks during market hours and sell it after hours. Will it still consider as a day trading pattern . Let suppose by mistake you trade more than four stocks and sold it same day than what would be the consequences for it. I know they would ask to deposit 25k. What happened if you don't have 25k. Thank you

Day trading? What can day trading pay? If you are an excellent day trader and know your stuff what can you make? I have heard millions is a small possibility.

Who is the best company to do day trading with and why? I'm interested in dabbling in some day trading. I don't have a lot of money to invest, but I'd like to change that. Who would be a good company for a relative novice to get involved with - meaning cost, minimum investment, speed of trades, and stability?

What is the diffrence in taxes for "day trading" compared to "regular tradng"? What is the diffrence in taxes for "day trading" compared to "regular tradng" or anyother type of trading in the US stock markets.

What are the drawbacks to day trading stocks? Has anyone had a bad experience in a day trading 'boiler room'?

what is the best broker to use for real day trading? I am aware that you need $25,000 to day trade, I want to know who is the best day trading broker? I'm pretty sure Scottrade or TDAmeritrade are not real day trading brokers...

What is a good online broker for day trading? What is a good online broker for day trading?

How much money do I need to start day trading penny stocks? I have been doing alot of research and I see you need to have a minimum of 25,000$ to day trace but do I need that much to trade penny stocks? If not how much do I need? I have about 500$ I would like to start with and just day trade some small stocks. Any advice? Also, point me in the direction of a good brokerage website to get started?

what is the consequences if i been day trading and i din't have 25K in my account? will i get penalize or band from trading by my broker? will my broker warn me? i used to have 100K in the account but took it out last year and now im just starting to learn swing or position trading and i made 3 transaction last week (bought 500 stocks of ABC then sold it the next day and made profit and bought 100 same stock the same day. will i be mark as day trader?

What are the best Eurex & Globex futures contracts for intra-day trading? Would like to day trade on the Eurex, what are the best contracts for day trading? I'm trying the Bund, seems slow and smooth compared to the ES, Thanks

Experienced investors, is day trading a good idea? I just want to hear from serious investors what they think about day trading. I think that it is a bad idea? What are your thoughts? No I don't want to visit any websites to make money for all of the bots that seem to rule this section. I do think it is a bad idea, but I was wondering what other people thought.

What is better day-trading, commodities, or real estate? when i turn 18 i am most defintley going to start day trading. as far as real estate.. where internationally are some great places to invest? (that speak english or spanish)

What are the steps I should follow to pursue a career in day trading? I'm 19 and I already trade stocks to some degree. I'm going to school for business so I also understand how to analize a company and review their reports. What steps should I take now to someday become an effective day trader and possibly make it a career?

What are some of the best day-trading strategies that were known to be successful? What I want to know is that how many times does a good day trader trade stocks during one single day and how does he/she do it? Is it like just chasing the trends and listening to the news? or there are other stuff that can be useful too? Any opinion would be appreciated :)

I want to start Day Trading, but dont know the first thing about it.? What exactly should i do to start to learn the business of day trading? How much money do I need to start etc. Im basically looking for a startup course for beginners.

Day tradin and delivery trading look similar do they? Im confused that in day trading shares can be bought and sold in the same day whereas in delivery trading it can be held and sold in another day why cant this apply for day trading like bought on some day and sold in another day as in the case of delivery rading?Please help me to differentiate this.

Does anyone know about the 30 day trading rule for stocks in Canada? Like say , I buy 1000 shares of Dell on May 1, for $20 and sell them on May 10, for $24 , and then buy 1000 more shares on May 24 for $25 and sell on May 30 for 30 , how does this 30 day rule apply ? Or if you lose money on both trades. Thanks

Day traders: Do you use brokers or DATS - direct assess trading systems? And the best ones? I am looking into day trading in great depth, and I want to find the best brokers or DATS to look into. Links will do just fine, but I also need to know how much time each takes to process trades (brokers vs. DATS in general), as well as anything else you think will be helpful. Thanks!

I know there are risks in day trading. Could i make a lot of money starting out with 200 dollars? Also like what do i need to do day trading. I dont want the conventional broker is there another way like online trading? do i need special equipment for day trading? Age 21

Can anyone tell me how or where I can get day trading software for low or no cost? I am interested in day trading, but internet sites want you to have at least 20K to get started. I heard that there is software to trade as little as $2/share and cut out long line of middlemen as well.

How to select trading type ? (either day or delivery)? I am new to trading.I am planning to buy some shares,but before that I need to make sure that I make only make delivery trading and not day trading.But While placing an buy order there is nowhere I can specify day or delivery.Is all margin trading is intraday and all cash-on-carry trading is delivery ?

Technical indicator period setting for derivatvatives day trading ? Hello Everybody, I have a question Regarding the Period settinf for some technical Indicators.I want to use these following indicators : 1.Relative Strength Index 2.Bollinger Band. I am going to use in the 15 min chart. What period settiing do you suggest is most people(like Real Brokers)use for day trading using Low time frame charts. Please if you can help me out, Please answer the question. Appreciate your Help.

How money will I need to start day trading.? Hey, I know this question depends on opinions, and even though I tried searching online for articles about it, I can't seem to find an answer. If I plan to start day trading, what's the minimum amount of equity should I have? I mean by day trading, in my case, doing 3 to 5 orders per day. if you know any articles discussing this, it would be great!

What is Day Trading? Are there seminars to teach you about this? When you day trade is it something you have to do full time? I am seriously thinking about getting into to this. Others have informed me that you have to constantly watch the market so you can trade at a moments notice. Is this true?

Can you earn a good return on stocks by day trading long term? I have never traded before and I was wondering if you could make a good profit. Or do you have to day trade? I will not say whether I have 3 nipples or not...That's for me to know and for you to find out...