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What Is Shorting in the Financial Markets? | Binance Academy

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Here’s everything you need to know about short selling assets like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, XRP, stocks, ETFs, or commodities like gold and silver.

Key Takeaways Short selling means selling a borrowed asset with the aim of buying it back later at a lower price, profiting from the difference. It works in stock, forex, commodity, and crypto markets. Shorting typically requires a margin account. Traders must provide collateral, pay borrowing fees, and meet maintenance margin requirements to keep their position open. The main risks include unlimited potential losses if prices rise, liquidation risk, and the possibility of a short squeeze if many short sellers are forced to cover at once. In crypto, short selling is most commonly done…

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