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What Is Hedging in Stocks?

By Matthew DiLallo – Updated Feb 25, 2025 at 10:25PM

Key Points

  • Investors hedge stocks to minimize risks via short sales, inverse ETFs, or options.
  • Hedging offers downside protection but involves costs such as premiums and fees.
  • Effective hedging is often temporary, used mainly during high-risk periods.
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