How to stay in control of every trade

In the ever-changing world of trading, the difference between success and loss comes down to two things: a robust strategy and confidence. Markets move quickly – often between prices spiking and sentiments shifting – leading even the most experienced traders to make impulsive decisions, which can be costly. This is why risk management tools such as stop loss and take profit are essential, helping investors stick to their trading strategy by managing risk more effectively and making sound trading decisions even during volatile markets.

Stop loss and take profit are essential risk-management tools for a robust trading strategy, enabling investors to set automatic exit points. Instead of monitoring the markets or making impulsive decisions due to every fluctuation, traders can depend on these features to act on their behalf. Think of stop loss as a protective measure that automatically closes a trade when it reaches the loss limit established on your trading platform. Take profit, on the other hand, locks in earnings automatically by closing a trade as soon as the desired profit is achieved. Together, these features form the basis of a robust trading approach that balances opportunity and safety – protecting against loss while providing room for growing investments.

While other platforms offer similar functions, what differentiates Clarity by Investec is how seamlessly these features are integrated into every trade. Whether on desktop or on the mobile app, traders can easily set, adjust and track stop loss and take profit orders at any time. Real-time notifications, transparent account statements and instant execution updates ensure that every transaction is known by the traders, leaving no room for surprises or hidden costs.

Clarity is all for empowering traders. This is why the platform provides innovative, accessible and transparent trading features, giving investors the confidence to trade without being driven by emotions such as fear or panic while staying focused on their trading strategy – because success in trading is not only about guessing where the market will go next. Experienced traders don’t just chase the market – they plan for it. Without a disciplined strategy, emotions like fear and greed creep in, often leading to costly mistakes. Clarity’s stop loss and take profit features encourage traders to define their strategy upfront:

• How much risk am I willing to take?
• What profit level am I satisfied with?
• What’s my exit plan before I even enter the trade?

These questions shift trading from reaction to preparation, helping investors develop a stronger sense of control and self-awareness. By integrating stop loss and take profit features, investors on Clarity gain a level of structure and control that encourages better trading behaviour. Every feature – from automated orders to clear reporting – is built to make advanced trading tools accessible and easy to use. Because when you trade with discipline, backed by smart technology, you’re not just reacting to markets, you’re staying in control.

Tinus Rautenbach is the head of Clarity by Investec.

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