Definition of Uptick
A price movement upward from the previous price. In some contexts, it refers to a single tick movement higher.
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Term
Uptick
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Short answer
A price movement upward from the previous price.
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Example
Apply the definition: restate “Uptick” 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 “Uptick” as loose slang while your broker/platform specification defines it more narrowly.
Professional tip
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FAQ
A price movement upward from the previous price.
Knowing the precise definition of “Uptick” prevents platform and broker-spec mistakes—a common source of size and cost errors.
Common mistake: using “Uptick” as loose slang while your broker/platform specification defines it more narrowly.