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Pairs trade

The establishment of a Long position in one stock and a short Position in another stock at the same time. A Pairs trade minimizes the effect of larger Market trends and emphasize the Performance of one stock relative to another.

Related Terms: 10 Long, Long position, Market, Position, Performance, Pairs trade, Short, Short position, Trade, Trend
Other Related Pages: Category: Options Starting With: P
Additional Related Terms: 10-K, 19c3 stock, Allowance for depreciation, Accrual of discount, Accrued market discount, American Stock Exchange, Amortization of premium, At par, All or any part, At best