Definition of Scalping
An ultra-short-term trading strategy where positions are held for seconds to minutes, targeting very small price movements (1–10 pips). Scalpers execute many trades per session and rely on tight spreads and fast execution.
At a glance
Term
Scalping
URL slug
scalping
Category
Trading styles
Short answer
An ultra-short-term trading strategy where positions are held for seconds to minutes, targeting very small price movements (1–10 pips).
Deep dives
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Example
Apply the definition: restate “Scalping” in one sentence tied to your next trade (symbol, direction, size, stop). If you cannot, re-read the definition above.
Common mistake
Common mistake: using “Scalping” as loose slang while your broker/platform specification defines it more narrowly.
Professional tip
Tip: bookmark this “Scalping” page and reopen it when reading broker specs so definitions stay consistent.
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FAQ
An ultra-short-term trading strategy where positions are held for seconds to minutes, targeting very small price movements (1–10 pips).
Knowing the precise definition of “Scalping” prevents platform and broker-spec mistakes—a common source of size and cost errors.
Common mistake: using “Scalping” as loose slang while your broker/platform specification defines it more narrowly.