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What is Premarket Trading?

By Adam LevyUpdated Dec 17, 2024 at 2:00 PM

Key Points

  • Premarket trading allows early buying/selling before markets open, expanding accessibility.
  • Using limit orders, investors react quickly to corporate news during premarket hours.
  • Benefits include reacting to news early, while drawbacks entail price and execution risks.

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