Go Long

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Definition: Go Long


Go Long

Quick Summary of Go Long


The purchase of a security, commodity or financial instrument (e.g. shares) in the belief that the price will increase.

The purchaser hopes to sell the shares at a higher price than he bought at and thus make a profit.




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Definition Sources


Definitions for Go Long are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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