There are 5 different time frames for trading stocks. In general, we can classify the following:

- Momentum Trades (aka Scalping): Stock will be traded within minutes or seconds, or in some case hours.

- Day Trade: Stock may be held and traded within same day.

- Swing Trade: Stock may be held and traded within 2 to 5 days.

- Position Trade - Stock may be held for weeks to months

The 5th trade is a long position where investors buy a stock for long term, due to fundamentals and valuation of the stocks.