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Definition
Market shakeout; a situation of high trading volume and huge price fluctuations in a financial product.
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How it's used
Originating from the idea of shaking the warehouse, this term describes a deliberate or market driven shakeout where prices fluctuate violently to force weak hands out of their positions. It is almost exclusively used in the context of stock market trading or speculation. Traders often use it to explain sudden, sharp price drops that are intended to trigger stop loss orders before a potential rebound.
Examples
The market is experiencing massive volatility and turnover today.
Related words
Common phrases
shaking out the market to distribute shares
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with general market crashes or simple price drops. It specifically implies a manipulative or corrective action where the goal is to clear out retail investors, rather than just a decline in value.
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