Long vs Short pos

 

Hi

Im a novice trader, so sorry for my maybe "stupid question".


But can anyone tell me the difference between a long vs short position?


Maximum length for a short.?

Minimum length for a long.?


Thanks for the help =)

 
pontuso:

Hi

Im a novice trader, so sorry for my maybe "stupid question".


But can anyone tell me the difference between a long vs short position?


Maximum length for a short.?

Minimum length for a long.?


Thanks for the help =)

 

Long = buy => profit if price go up, loss if price go down.

Short = sell => profit if price go down, loss if price go up.

 
Thanks pannek
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