Swing trading explained...

Swing trading is like catching short waves in the stock market ocean—holding stocks for a few days or weeks to grab small price ups and downs, instead of watching the screen all day or waiting years like long-term investors.

What It Really Means

Imagine stocks don't go straight up or down—they wiggle. Swing trading spots these wiggles: buy when the price dips a bit in a rising market, sell when it climbs back up 5-10%. You check charts once a day, not every minute, making it perfect for busy people with jobs.

Simple Ways to Do It

• Buy on Dips: Wait for a strong stock to drop a little, then buy low and sell when it bounces.

• Breakout Buys: Jump in when the price bursts past a high point with lots of buyers joining.

• Follow the Big Trend: Stick to rising markets by buying pullbacks, or sell high in falling ones.

Good and Bad Sides

It's easier for newbies than day trading, but needs patience.

• Good Stuff: Less time glued to phone, bigger wins per trade, works with small money like ₹20,000 start.

• Tough Parts: Prices can gap overnight and surprise you, or fake moves trick beginners.

Easy Start Tips

Practice on free demo apps first. Pick big, active stocks you know. Never risk more than 1% of your money on one trade—put a "stop" order to auto-sell if it drops too much. Track what works in a notebook, and don't chase every wiggle. Stay calm, and small steady wins add up over time.