I'm curious about the terminology used in trading. Specifically, why are trading positions referred to as 'long' and 'short'? What's the origin or rationale behind these names?
            
            
            
            
            
            
           
          
          
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    Maria
    Fri Nov 29 2024
   
  
    Investors hold onto “long” security positions with the anticipation that the stock's value will appreciate in the future.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    PulseRider
    Thu Nov 28 2024
   
  
    The counterpart of a “long” position is a “short” position.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    Daniela
    Thu Nov 28 2024
   
  
    BTCC, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, offers a range of services. These include spot trading, futures trading, and wallet solutions.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    Luca
    Thu Nov 28 2024
   
  
    A “short” position typically involves selling a stock that one does not currently possess.
  
  
 
            
            
  
    
    Andrea
    Thu Nov 28 2024
   
  
    This strategy is employed by investors who forecast a decline in the stock's price.