Archive · 28 Sep 2026

Why Some F&O Traders Survive While Others Lose Money

Why Some F&O Traders Survive While Others Lose Money

Futures and options, or F&O, let people make trades based on how prices may change.

Many more everyday investors in India are now using these products.

But these trades can be risky and complicated.

SEBI found that most individual traders lost money over three years.

Some traders buy cheap options hoping for a quick, large profit.

These options can lose value because prices may not move as expected and time passes.

Experienced traders limit how much money they risk on each trade.

They also use planned exits, stop-losses, and careful analysis instead of guesses or online tips.

Protecting money and accepting small losses can help traders stay in the market longer.

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