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How do I place a market order?

A market order buys or sells a security immediately at the best available price. To place one: select the stock, choose "Buy" or "Sell," enter the quantity, select "Market" as the order type, and confirm. Market orders are the simplest type and execute almost instantly during market hours. The risk is you do not control the exact price, which matters most for thinly traded or volatile stocks.