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What does printing mean?
When a trade is making money fast, it's 'printing' — as if minting cash. Distinct from the Fed 'printer,' this describes a winning position.
"My calls are printing, up 400% today."
Origin
Trader slang from the idea of a position 'printing money'; ubiquitous on WSB during green days.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'printing' mean in trading?
It means a position is making money fast — as if it were literally printing cash. Traders say 'my calls are printing' when a bet is deep in profit.
Is 'printing' the same as the Fed money printer?
No. The 'money printer' meme is about central-bank money creation; here 'printing' just means a trader's own position is racking up profits.
How do you use 'printing'?
You use it on a winning day, e.g. 'my puts are printing' when a trade is up big.
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