What is the default trigger method for my Stop order?

Unless specifically modified, the default trigger method for stop orders depends on the product type.
For stocks, the default trigger method is Last.
For U.S. options, the default trigger method is Double bid/ask. This means that two consecutive ask prices for a buy stop, or two consecutive bid prices for a sell stop, must be less than or greater than/equal to the stop trigger price, depending on the order direction. If the second bid or ask is at the same price level as the first, it must have greater size.
For Forex cash pairs, such as EUR/USD, the default trigger method is Bid/Ask. The ask price for buy orders, or bid price for sell orders, must reach or pass the stop trigger price.
For all other contracts, including futures and futures options, the default trigger method is generally Last.

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