Trading Articles Archive - Page 3 of 23

Learning

Jan 13

4 min read

Ray Dalio's Hedge Fund: Trading Tactics and Asset Classes

Ray Dalio is one of the most influential investors of our time and the founder of Bridgewater Associates, one of the largest hedge funds in the world. Bridgewater is known for his unique approach to a...

Learning

Jan 13

4 min read

Dilemma of Trading Vacation: Rest vs Market Opportunities

For many traders, the very idea of a vacation seems paradoxical.

Learning

Dec 24

4 min read

One complex trading system or several simple ones?

Many strategies for trading Forex and CFDs (Contract for Differences) exist. Choosing between one complex trading system and several simple strategies can be challenging for traders. Let's explore the...

Learning

Dec 24

3 min read

Why Need to Solve Life's Problems Before Trading

Trading in the financial markets is an exciting but extremely risky endeavor. Many people strive for wealth and independence by investing their money in trading. However, the path to success in this f...

Learning

Dec 09

5 min read

What Are CoT Reports, and How Do We Use Them?

CoT reports (Commitment of Traders) are valuable tools for analyzing market sentiment, especially for traders working with futures, options, and currencies. In this article, we will look at what CoT i...

Forex

Nov 25

4 min read

Why doesn’t demo profit guarantee real profit?

Successful trading on a demo account and/or positive backtest results can be important milestones in understanding and practicing a trading strategy.

Forex

Nov 25

6 min read

Guide on How to Act with Position Averaging

In this article, we will learn how to act if you find yourself in an average-losing position and when and how best to average a trend position.

Forex

Nov 11

6 min read

What Is Pyramiding in Trading?

Pyramiding is a trading strategy where traders add to their existing profitable positions as the price continues to move in their favor. It's a way of scaling into trades by increasing position size i...

Forex

Nov 11

3 min read

The World Cup Trading Championships

Want to compete with the best traders in the world? Or do you think you're already the best? You can test yourself at the World Cup Trading Championships.

Forex

Oct 28

5 min read

Forex Prop Firm or Broker — Which Is Better?

A common debate among traders revolves around who is better to trade with — proprietary trading firms or traditional forex brokers. Each has its advantages and disadvantages, and understanding this ca...

Forex

Oct 28

6 min read

What Are the Dangers of Drawdowns in Forex?

In this article, we will examine why Forex drawdowns are so dangerous, why averaging a losing position is risky, and how it differs from the stock market, where traders have more options to settle los...

Forex

Oct 14

5 min read

Financial Impact of a Full-blown Israel-Iran Conflict

The Middle East has long been a powder keg of geopolitical tensions, and a full-scale conflict between Israel and Iran could have far-reaching consequences - not only in the region but globally. If su...

Forex

Oct 14

5 min read

The Power of 1% Improvement in Trading

When we think of trading success, most people envision big wins - finding the perfect trade or catching the next big market swing. But as any experienced trader will tell you, true success isn't built...

Forex

Sep 30

4 min read

The power of round levels on Forex

In the fast-paced and ever-changing world of Forex trading, one concept consistently stands out among traders: the power of round levels. Understanding why these levels work is key for anyone serious...

Forex

Sep 30

5 min read

Trading during the swap period on Forex

Due to its decentralized nature and multiple time zones, the forex market operates 24 hours a day, five days a week. However, every day, there is a certain period known as the "swap period" or rollove...

Forex

Sep 16

5 min read

Brett Steenbarger's key insights on trading psychology

Brett Steenbarger is a renowned expert in trading psychology, focusing on helping traders understand and improve their mental framework to achieve consistent profitability. His work spans several book...