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I need help understanding how to read and trade stocks.
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Understanding the stock market and learning how to trade stocks can be a daunting and complex task. The best way to start is to first familiarize yourself with the different types of stocks and how they are traded. Research and learn about the different stock exchanges, such as the NYSE and NASDAQ, as well as the different types of orders, such as market orders, limit orders and stop orders. Also, research and familiarize yourself with the various terms related to stocks and the stock market, such as "bull market" and "bear market." Additionally, study the fundamentals of stock analysis, such as how to read and interpret financial reports, how company news and economic reports can affect the stock market, and how to perform technical analysis. Once you have the above knowledge, you can proceed to practice trading stocks in a virtual trading environment to gain experience.