{"id":7938,"date":"2024-12-31T06:40:56","date_gmt":"2024-12-31T06:40:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/?p=7938"},"modified":"2026-08-13T09:26:08","modified_gmt":"2026-08-13T09:26:08","slug":"set-stop-loss-intelligently-algo-driven-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/set-stop-loss-intelligently-algo-driven-market\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Set Stop Loss Intelligently in an Algo-Driven Market"},"content":{"rendered":"<ul><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#1-avoid-placing-stop-loss-at-obvious-levels\">1. Avoid Placing Stop-Loss at Obvious Levels<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#solution\">Solution<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#2-use-average-true-range-atr-for-volatility-based-stops\">2. Use Average True Range (ATR) for Volatility-Based Stops<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#how-to-use\">How to Use<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#3-use-time-based-stops\">3. Use Time-Based Stops<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#how-to-use-1\">How to Use<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#4-use-mental-stops-instead-of-hard-stops\">4. Use Mental Stops Instead of Hard Stops<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#solution-2\">Solution:<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#5-use-trailing-stops-dynamically\">5. Use Trailing Stops Dynamically<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#how-to-use-3\">How to Use:<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#6-monitor-key-trading-times\">6. Monitor Key Trading Times<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#how-to-use-4\">How to Use:<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#7-use-stop-loss-orders-wisely-in-options\">7. Use Stop Loss Orders Wisely in Options<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#8-use-multiple-time-frame-analysis\">8. Use Multiple Time Frame Analysis<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#how-to-use-5\">How to Use:<\/a><\/li><li><a class=\"aioseo-toc-item\" href=\"#frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">Traders often experience their stop loss getting triggered, only to see the market reverse in their trade&#8217;s favor. This phenomenon has become common with the rise of algorithmic <a href=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\">trading<\/a>. Algos execute trades at lightning speed, often causing sharp price spikes that trigger <a href=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/options-stop-loss-strategy-your-investments\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal_link&amp;utm_campaign=risk_management\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"6349\">stop-loss orders<\/a> before prices return to expected levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">Here\u2019s how to set stop-loss orders intelligently in an algo-driven market:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-left:4px solid #e8622f;background:#fdf1ec;padding:18px 22px;margin:1.5em 0;line-height:1.8\"><strong>&#128161; Quick Answer<\/strong><br>In an algo-driven market, avoid placing stop-loss orders at obvious round numbers or support levels where algos hunt liquidity. Use an offset of 0.5% to 1% beyond the key level, size the stop on a multiple of ATR, and avoid setting stops during the volatile market open and close.<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1\" id=\"1-avoid-placing-stop-loss-at-obvious-levels\" style=\"color:#023368\"><strong>1. Avoid Placing Stop-Loss at Obvious Levels<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2\" id=\"problem\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\">Problem:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">Algos are programmed to hunt for liquidity around common price levels, such as round numbers or key support\/resistance zones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3\" id=\"solution\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\"><strong>Solution<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"margin:1em 0;line-height:1.9\"><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Set your stop-loss just beyond obvious support\/resistance levels.<\/li><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Use \u201coffset stops\u201d by adding or subtracting a small buffer (e.g., 0.5% to 1% beyond the key level).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4\" id=\"example\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\">Example:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">If the support is \u20b9500, place your stop at \u20b9495 instead of \u20b9500.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5\" id=\"2-use-average-true-range-atr-for-volatility-based-stops\" style=\"color:#023368\"><strong>2. Use Average True Range (ATR) for Volatility-Based Stops<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6\" id=\"why-it-works\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\">Why It Works:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">The ATR measures <a href=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/investor-navigating-volatility-in-the-budget-2024\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal_link&amp;utm_campaign=risk_management\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"1244\">market volatility<\/a>. Setting a stop-loss based on ATR allows for natural market fluctuations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7\" id=\"how-to-use\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\"><strong>How to Use<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"margin:1em 0;line-height:1.9\"><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Calculate the ATR for the stock.<\/li><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Set the stop-loss distance based on a multiple of ATR (e.g., 1.5x ATR).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8\" id=\"example-2\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\">Example<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">If a stock\u2019s ATR is \u20b910, set your stop-loss \u20b915 (1.5x ATR) below the entry price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9\" id=\"3-use-time-based-stops\" style=\"color:#023368\"><strong>3. Use Time-Based Stops<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-10\" id=\"why-it-works-2\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\">Why It Works:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">Sometimes, a market move isn\u2019t immediate. If the price doesn\u2019t reach your target within a specified time, consider exiting the trade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-11\" id=\"how-to-use-1\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\"><strong>How to Use<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"margin:1em 0;line-height:1.9\"><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Use time-based exits for short-term trades.<\/li><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Combine this with price-based stop-loss for added protection.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-12\" id=\"4-use-mental-stops-instead-of-hard-stops\" style=\"color:#023368\"><strong>4. Use Mental Stops Instead of Hard Stops<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-13\" id=\"problem-2\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\">Problem:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">Hard stops are visible in the order book, making them vulnerable to algo-triggering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-14\" id=\"solution-2\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\"><strong>Solution:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"margin:1em 0;line-height:1.9\"><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Use mental stops (manual exit) for highly liquid assets if you can monitor the trade.<\/li><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\"><strong>Caution:<\/strong> This approach requires strict discipline to avoid <a href=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/trading-psychologies-influencing-trader-behavior\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal_link&amp;utm_campaign=risk_management\">emotional trading<\/a>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-15\" id=\"5-use-trailing-stops-dynamically\" style=\"color:#023368\"><strong>5. Use Trailing Stops Dynamically<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-16\" id=\"why-it-works-3\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\">Why It Works:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">Trailing stops adjust as the trade moves in your favor, locking in profits while <a href=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/what-is-risk-reward-ratio-why-it-matters\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal_link&amp;utm_campaign=risk_management\">reducing risk<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-17\" id=\"how-to-use-3\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\"><strong>How to Use:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"margin:1em 0;line-height:1.9\"><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Use dynamic trailing stops based on ATR or a percentage of profit.<\/li><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Avoid too-tight trailing stops, which can trigger prematurely during market noise.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/app.html\" style=\"background-color:#ec4d37\">Get Navia App<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-18\" id=\"6-monitor-key-trading-times\" style=\"color:#023368\"><strong>6. Monitor Key Trading Times<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-19\" id=\"why-it-works-4\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\">Why It Works:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">Algos are highly active during market open, close, and key economic data releases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-20\" id=\"how-to-use-4\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\"><strong>How to Use:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"margin:1em 0;line-height:1.9\"><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Avoid setting stop-losses during these volatile periods.<\/li><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Enter trades when the market is less active or adjust your stop-loss strategy accordingly.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-21\" id=\"7-use-stop-loss-orders-wisely-in-options\" style=\"color:#023368\"><strong>7. Use Stop Loss Orders Wisely in Options<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-22\" id=\"options-trading-tip\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\">Options Trading Tip:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"margin:1em 0;line-height:1.9\"><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Avoid placing stop-loss based only on options prices, as they can be highly volatile due to changes in delta, gamma, and implied volatility (IV).<\/li><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Set stop-loss based on the underlying asset\u2019s price instead.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/open.navia.co.in\/?utm_source=Organic&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=blog&amp;utm_content=stoploss_CTA\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"149\" src=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image-15-1024x149.png\" alt=\"Navia zero brokerage demat account\" class=\"wp-image-7790\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image-15-1024x149.png 1024w, https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image-15-300x44.png 300w, https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image-15-150x22.png 150w, https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image-15-768x112.png 768w, https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/image-15.png 1028w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-23\" id=\"8-use-multiple-time-frame-analysis\" style=\"color:#023368\"><strong>8. Use Multiple Time Frame Analysis<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-24\" id=\"why-it-works-5\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\">Why It Works:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">Different time frames can provide more robust support\/resistance levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-25\" id=\"how-to-use-5\" style=\"color:#ec4d37\"><strong>How to Use:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\" style=\"margin:1em 0;line-height:1.9\"><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Use larger time frames (daily or 4-hour charts) to determine significant support\/resistance zones.<\/li><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Use smaller time frames for precise entries and stops.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"line-height:1.8;text-align:justify\">Setting stop-loss orders in an <a href=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/algo-trading-explained-sebi-rules-india\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal_link&amp;utm_campaign=risk_management\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"7747\">algo-driven market<\/a> requires adapting to modern trading dynamics. Use these intelligent stop-loss strategies to reduce <a href=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/is-entry-more-important-or-exit-in-trading\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=internal_link&amp;utm_campaign=risk_management\">premature exits<\/a> while protecting capital. Combine multiple techniques, backtest your methods, and adjust as needed to stay ahead of the algos! \ud83d\ude80\ud83d\udcc8<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 style=\"color:#ec4d37\">Key Takeaways<\/h3>\n<ul style=\"margin:1em 0;line-height:1.9\"><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Algos are programmed to hunt for liquidity around common price levels, so stops placed at round numbers or key support and resistance are vulnerable.<\/li><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Offset stops by 0.5% to 1% beyond the key level. If the support is &#8377;500, place your stop at &#8377;495 instead of &#8377;500.<\/li><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Size volatility-based stops on the Average True Range: if a stock&#8217;s ATR is &#8377;10, set your stop-loss &#8377;15 (1.5x ATR) below the entry price.<\/li><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Hard stops are visible in the order book, making them vulnerable to algo-triggering; mental stops suit highly liquid assets you can monitor.<\/li><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">In options, set the stop-loss on the underlying asset&#8217;s price rather than the option price, which swings with delta, gamma and implied volatility.<\/li><li style=\"margin-bottom:0.8em;line-height:1.8\">Algos are highly active during market open, close and key economic data releases, so avoid setting stop-losses in those windows.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>DID YOU FIND THIS INTERESTING?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>We&#8217;d love to hear from you &#8211;<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/form.typeform.com\/to\/bpQ8ZlDc?typeform-source=navia.co.in\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"64\" src=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Yes-No-Button.png\" alt=\"yes or no feedback form\" class=\"wp-image-8335\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Yes-No-Button.png 300w, https:\/\/navia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Yes-No-Button-150x32.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-26\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\" style=\"color:#023368\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background:#f1f1f1;border-radius:4px;margin-bottom:10px\">\n<summary style=\"font-weight:600;font-size:17px;color:#1a2332;cursor:pointer;padding:16px 20px\">Why does my stop loss get hit before the market reverses?<\/summary>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"padding:0 20px 18px 20px;line-height:1.8;color:#333;margin:0\">Algos execute trades at lightning speed, often causing sharp price spikes that trigger stop-loss orders before prices return to expected levels.<\/p>\n\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background:#f1f1f1;border-radius:4px;margin-bottom:10px\">\n<summary style=\"font-weight:600;font-size:17px;color:#1a2332;cursor:pointer;padding:16px 20px\">Where should I place a stop loss to avoid algo hunting?<\/summary>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"padding:0 20px 18px 20px;line-height:1.8;color:#333;margin:0\">Set your stop-loss just beyond obvious support and resistance levels, using an offset of a small buffer such as 0.5% to 1% beyond the key level. If the support is &#8377;500, place your stop at &#8377;495 instead of &#8377;500.<\/p>\n\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background:#f1f1f1;border-radius:4px;margin-bottom:10px\">\n<summary style=\"font-weight:600;font-size:17px;color:#1a2332;cursor:pointer;padding:16px 20px\">How do I use ATR to set a stop loss?<\/summary>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"padding:0 20px 18px 20px;line-height:1.8;color:#333;margin:0\">Calculate the Average True Range for the stock, then set the stop-loss distance based on a multiple of it. If a stock&#8217;s ATR is &#8377;10, set your stop-loss &#8377;15, which is 1.5x ATR, below the entry price.<\/p>\n\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background:#f1f1f1;border-radius:4px;margin-bottom:10px\">\n<summary style=\"font-weight:600;font-size:17px;color:#1a2332;cursor:pointer;padding:16px 20px\">Are mental stops better than hard stops?<\/summary>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"padding:0 20px 18px 20px;line-height:1.8;color:#333;margin:0\">Hard stops are visible in the order book, making them vulnerable to algo-triggering. Mental stops work for highly liquid assets if you can monitor the trade, but this approach requires strict discipline to avoid emotional trading.<\/p>\n\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background:#f1f1f1;border-radius:4px;margin-bottom:10px\">\n<summary style=\"font-weight:600;font-size:17px;color:#1a2332;cursor:pointer;padding:16px 20px\">How should stop losses work in options trading?<\/summary>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"padding:0 20px 18px 20px;line-height:1.8;color:#333;margin:0\">Avoid placing a stop-loss based only on options prices, as they can be highly volatile due to changes in delta, gamma, and implied volatility. Set the stop-loss based on the underlying asset&#8217;s price instead.<\/p>\n\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" style=\"background:#f1f1f1;border-radius:4px;margin-bottom:10px\">\n<summary style=\"font-weight:600;font-size:17px;color:#1a2332;cursor:pointer;padding:16px 20px\">When are algos most active during the trading day?<\/summary>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"padding:0 20px 18px 20px;line-height:1.8;color:#333;margin:0\">Algos are highly active during market open, close, and key economic data releases. Avoid setting stop-losses during these volatile periods, and enter trades when the market is less active.<\/p>\n\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Do You Find This Interesting?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:13px;line-height:1.6;color:#777\"><strong>DISCLAIMER: Investments in the securities market are subject to market risks, read all the related documents carefully before investing. The securities quoted are exemplary and are not recommendatory. Brokerage will not exceed the SEBI prescribed limit.&nbsp;Full disclaimer: <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/naviadisclaimer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/bit.ly\/naviadisclaimer<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Traders often experience their stop loss getting triggered, only to see the market reverse in their trade&#8217;s favor. This phenomenon has become common with the rise of algorithmic trading. Algos execute trades at lightning speed, often causing sharp price spikes that trigger stop-loss orders before prices return to expected levels. 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