A trading style targeting very small price moves, typically holding positions for seconds to a few minutes.
Scalpers rely on tight spreads, fast execution, and high trade frequency to accumulate small gains. Even minor execution delays or wide spreads can destroy a scalping strategy's edge, so broker choice is critical.
Not all brokers allow scalping - some market makers restrict hold times or widen spreads on accounts with short average trade duration. ECN brokers with no dealing-desk are generally more scalper-friendly.
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