Are limit orders guaranteed to be filled?

Limit orders are guaranteed to execute at your specified price or better—but they're NOT guaranteed to execute at all. If price never reaches your limit, the order will remain pending. Also, in fast markets or overnight gaps, price might skip over your limit level entirely.

Why did my stop loss fill at a worse price than expected?

This is called slippage. A stop loss triggers at your price and then becomes a market order. If the market is moving fast or liquidity is thin, the actual execution price may be worse. This is common during news events or overnight gaps.

How long do pending orders stay active?

This depends on your order settings. GTC (Good Till Cancelled) orders stay active until filled or manually cancelled. GTD (Good Till Date) orders expire at a specific time. Most platforms default to GTC for pending orders.

What's the difference between a stop loss and a stop order?

A Stop Loss is attached to an existing position and closes that position when triggered. A Stop Order (Stop Entry) opens a NEW position when triggered. Same mechanism, different purpose.

Should I always use limit orders to avoid slippage?

Not always. Limit orders give you price certainty but not execution certainty. In a strong breakout, you might miss the move entirely waiting for a limit fill. Use limit orders when price precision matters; use market orders when you must enter NOW.

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Last UpdatedNov 06, 2026

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