What is a stop order?

What is a stop order?

A stop order, also referred to as a stop-loss order, is an order to buy or sell a stock once the price of the stock reaches a specified price, known as the stop price. When the stop price is reached, a stop order becomes a market order.A buy stop order is entered at a stop price above the current market price. A sell stop order is entered at a stop price below the current market price.
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