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Position Trader

A commodities trader who holds a long position for the long term.

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The long term in the commodities markets is usually five to seven months.

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See also: Commodities, Futures Contract, Long

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position trader

A security trader who holds a position overnight, and, in some cases, for even longer periods. Position traders differ from day traders and scalpers who operate within shorter time frames.

Wall Street Words: An A to Z Guide to Investment Terms by David L. Scott.
Copyright © 2003. Published by Houghton Mifflin.
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