cash vs buying power

Understanding Cash vs. Buying Power in Your Trading Account Cash $5,000 Buying Power $10,000 In the world of trading, a handful of terms quickly become part of daily vocabulary. Among the first to understand are cash and buying power—two terms that can appear similar on the surface, but actually play unique roles in how you trade, invest, and manage risk. Di these terms confuse you. Let’s explore these terms in depth and understand why they…