They're just buying a symbol going across the computer screen. CBS Day trading wreaks havoc on Kenny Glick's fingernails.
Some experts consider day trading to be the latest form of compulsive gambling.
The roller-coaster excitement and the chance to make a fast buck are luring more people to day trading firms. But as 48 Hours Correspondent Susan Spencer reports, the desire for quick cash may leave inexperienced traders with a depleted bank account. All they need is a careful eye and a quick finger. That's the bottom line. Glick says that during this April's market downturn, he did very well.