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Short

Selling a position you don't own

What is Short?

Short Selling something you don't own, creating an obligation. Short calls profit when price falls. Short puts profit when price rises. Short positions have obligations.

Complete Definition

Selling something you don't own, creating an obligation. Short calls profit when price falls. Short puts profit when price rises. Short positions have obligations.

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