Have you ever asked yourself what makes you so interested in the trading business? Why do you want to be a trader? There are a lot of great reasons why it makes sense (you can also read my latest article about it here), and for me, it all really started with a burning passion for […]
The decriminalization and legalization of marijuana and cannabis-based products has been advancing at an accelerating pace over the last half-decade. Many investors have recognized the enormous potential market that this medicinal and recreational drug represents. However, the contemporary marijuana industry has a very “Wild West” feel to it, and it can be difficult to identify […]
Contrarian trading is essentially what it sounds like: trading strategies that are based on going against the current market sentiment. However, contrarian trading strategies are more complex and nuanced than simply betting against the trend. Market trends are among the most powerful forces in finance, and it takes a deft hand to know when and […]
The difference between catching a perfect trade and watching it slip by can often come down to a split-second decision. That is why it is absolutely essential that your trading screen is designed to optimize your trading performance. While everyone’s optimal chart layout will be different, there are a few key guidelines that are universally […]
The trading time frame that you choose will be a major influence on how you interpret the displayed information. The lowest trading time frames will display a lot of choppiness, much of which can be attributed to simple noise. However, they will also show you key turning points and resistance levels that higher time frames […]
So today we’re going to start our seventh episode of Behind the Trades. This is actually the first episode since I got back from my month of traveling. I was in Italy for a couple weeks and then, I was in New York City. Then, I went to Las Vegas and then, San Francisco […]
As you guys know I use hot keys a lot. The advantage is that they allow you to get into trades quickly, and sometimes more importantly, get OUT of trades quickly. When I set up hot keys, for the most part, I design them for quick exits. When I get into trades […]
