with a stop limit, you'll simply be left holding the stock if it drops below your limit. depending on what you expect the market to do, this could actually leav

with a stop limit, you'll simply be left holding the stock if it drops below your limit. depending on what you expect the market to do, this could actually leave you in a worse position (ex, if the value keeps dropping). I'm sure you know this, but, understanding your exit from a speculative position is just as important as your entry.