O/c in trading

What it is
O/C in trading stands for "Open/Close," which simply tracks whether a trade is opened (started) or closed (ended) during a specific time period, like a day or week. Think of it like a store’s "Open" sign: when the sign is up, the store is doing business (open trades), and when it’s flipped to "Closed," the day’s transactions are done (closed trades).

Why people use it
Traders use O/C to understand market activity and make better decisions. Here’s why it’s helpful:

It shows how many new trades are starting (open) versus how many are finishing (close), giving a snapshot of market energy.

It helps spot trends, like whether more people are buying (opening trades) or selling (closing trades).

It’s a simple way to measure momentum, like checking if a crowd is growing or thinning at a concert.

Basic examples
Imagine you’re watching a popular food truck:

If the line keeps growing (more "opens"), it suggests high demand—maybe the food is great, and others want in.

If the line shrinks (more "closes"), people might be leaving because the food’s run out or interest is fading.

In trading, O/C works similarly:

A stock with lots of new opens (buyers) might be gaining popularity, signaling a good time to invest.

If closes (sellers) dominate, it could mean people are cashing out, hinting at a price drop ahead.

This simple metric helps traders avoid guesswork and act on clear patterns, just like reading a crowd to decide when to join or leave a line.