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TRADING & AMMS

Limit Order

Definition

A limit order is an instruction to buy or sell an asset at a specific price or better. It provides price certainty but doesn't guarantee execution if the market doesn't reach the specified price.

Example

💡 Example

A limit buy order for ETH at $1950 will only execute if ETH price drops to $1950 or below.

Risks to Consider

⚠️ Risks
  • No execution guarantee
  • Partial fills
  • Price gaps

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