(Moving Average Convergence/Divergence): A technical analysis indicator used to show changes in the strength, direction, momentum, and duration of a trend in an asset’s price.

The collateral provided by a trader when opening a leveraged position. This amount is required to be deposited by a trader into their account in order to open a position on credit, as well as maintaining it open.

An account that allows investors to trade assets worth a certain multiple of money deposited, as opposed to one-for-one investment in the underlying asset.

A demand by a brokerage that the investor contribute more funds to a margin account. This call is made when the value of investments fall to such a degree that the initial margin required for the initial position is insufficient. If this request cannot be met, the brokerage will sell securities held in the account until the investor can meet the margin requirement. This can result in considerable losses.

An order that enters at the current price, regardless of price. These can be long or short.

An order to buy or sell an asset at the current market price.

The current price for which the financial instrument is traded for on the market.

The overall attitude of investors towards a particular security or the general financial market. It is not always based on fundamentals.

An EU law that aims to provide a uniform regulation of investment services across all the member states of the European Economic Area (28 member nations plus Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein).