Glossary Background

Delivery Trading

Delivery trading involves buying/selling a security and settling it by taking/giving delivery. Unlike intraday trading, where positions are squared off within the same session, delivery trading means the buyer takes delivery of the asset. This approach suits both short-term and long-term strategies, with holdings potentially lasting from overnight to any time frame. It allows investors to retain the asset in their portfolio after settling the trade with delivery. Delivery trading offers flexibility for those aiming to capitalize on price movements over extended periods, distinguishing it from the rapid pace of intra-day trading.