A stop-loss order is a type of order placed with a broker to sell a security (e.g., stocks, bonds, or commodities) when it reaches a certain price. This order is used by investors to limit their losses on a security position. For example, let's say an investor bought a stock at $50 per share and doesn't want to lose more than 10% of their investment. They can set a stop-loss order at $45 per share, which will trigger an automatic sell order if the stock falls to or below $45 per sha...
