Systematic Advantage #36: No Human Emotion, the Downfall of Most Traders One of the most significant advantages of systematic trading is its ability to eliminate the influence of human emotions, often considered the Achilles' heel of most traders. The emotional rollercoaster of fear and greed can lead traders to make impulsive decisions, deviate from their [...]
The Legendary Trader Ed Seykota Few can claim as much influence and impact as Ed Seykota regarding trading legends. With a trading career spanning over 50 years, Seykota is renowned for his contributions to the trading world, groundbreaking trading strategies, and profound teachings. In this in-depth blog post, we will explore the life and accomplishments [...]
Mastering Trend Trading 101 Trend trading is a time-tested strategy involving following the market's direction to identify and capitalize on potential trading opportunities. In this comprehensive guide, we'll cover everything you need to know to master this proven trading strategy, from understanding and identifying trends to analyzing key indicators and refining your trend trading approach. [...]
The “Trader's Mindset” micro-blog is the perfect source of inspiration to help you stay focused, determined, and motivated on your trading journey. The Art of Patience Trading is a complex and challenging profession. In this field, traders must make decisions based on market conditions, economic forecasts, and other factors that could impact the prices of [...]
Title: Stock Trader's Almanac Author: Jeffrey A. Hirsch One stock trading and investing book has consistently provided invaluable insights and practical guidance for traders looking to make the most out of their investments: Stock Trader's Almanac by Jeffrey A. Hirsch. For more than 50 years, this legendary trading handbook has offered a wealth of information on seasonal trends, [...]
The Charging Bull: Arturo Di Modica's Iconic Masterpiece Nestled in the heart of New York City's Wall Street, the Charging Bull sculpture is an easily recognizable emblem of power and prosperity. The fearless bull has become synonymous with NYC's financial district, as tourists and residents flock to admire the bronze beast's defiant stance. But who [...]
Understanding Contango and Backwardation in Futures Markets When trading the futures markets, two critical terms often come up Contango and Backwardation. Both represent unique market scenarios that can significantly impact the profitability of futures contracts. This blog delves into what Contango and Backwardation are, their implications, and how traders can navigate these market situations. [...]
Systematic Advantage #35: Makes it Easy to Stress Test Variable Settings Using Walk-Forward Optimization Systematic trading allows for robust analysis of variable settings through a method known as Walk-Forward Optimization (WFO). This technique is an essential tool for stress-testing trading systems, as it enables traders to assess how their system would perform under different market [...]
An Introduction to Harmonic Trading Patterns Traders employ myriad strategies and techniques. Harmonic Trading Patterns are one such approach that continues to stand the test of time. In this blog post, we'll explore the history, key principles, major patterns, and practical tips of this intriguing approach to trading. We'll provide examples and information to help [...]
The “Trader's Mindset” micro-blog is the perfect source of inspiration to help you stay focused, determined, and motivated on your trading journey. Uncertainty Is Part of the Game The journey to success for traders is filled with challenges and setbacks. To overcome these obstacles and reach their goals, traders need to develop resilience and learn [...]
