Sporty Stocks
Learn the key terms and concepts used in sports stock trading. Whether you are new to trading or want to sharpen your knowledge, this glossary covers everything you need to know.
Fundamental concepts every trader should know
A market condition where prices are generally falling or expected to fall.
A market condition where prices are generally rising or expected to rise.
The fundamental trading strategy of purchasing assets at a low price and selling them after the price increases.
The degree of rapid and unpredictable price changes in a market or individual stock.
Practicing investment strategies using simulated trades without risking real money.
A historical record of a stock's price changes over time, typically displayed as a chart.
The current market value of one share of a team, determined by championship probability.
Simulated trading using virtual money that mirrors real market mechanics for practice purposes.
Concepts specific to sports stock trading
Betting market odds that indicate a team's probability of winning their league championship.
The $100 per share reward paid to stockholders when their team wins the championship.
The statistical likelihood that a team will win their league championship, expressed as a percentage.
A form of simulated trading where participants build virtual portfolios and compete for rankings.
Two different approaches to engaging with sports outcomes: wagering on individual games vs investing in team championship potential.
A simulated stock exchange where users buy and sell shares of professional sports teams.
Tradeable shares of professional sports teams whose prices move based on championship odds.
Individual units of ownership in a sports team stock that can be bought and sold on the market.
Managing and optimizing your investments
Risk management and trading strategies
A strategy that involves buying assets that are trending upward and selling those trending downward.
Strategies and techniques used to minimize potential losses while maximizing returns.
Buying shares of teams with low championship odds that offer high potential returns if they win.
A strategy focused on buying undervalued assets that are priced below their true worth.
Features and tools available on Sporty Stocks
A competitive ranking system that tracks and compares trader performance based on portfolio value.
Trading with virtual currency instead of real money, allowing risk-free practice and learning.
A user who actively trades sports team shares on the sports stock market.
A platform that replicates real stock market conditions for educational and practice purposes.
Now that you know the terms, start trading on the sports stock market. Get $10,000 in play money and trade NFL, NHL, and NBA team shares.