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What actually stands in the way of trading success? Let’s go up a level and think about the big things that hold back success in anything. We practically all have something (or many things) holding us back from achieving what we’d ideally hope to achieve. So, it’s important to identify these big things and deal […]

Have you ever had a goal in life that you kept postponing for reasons beyond simple procrastination? That’s what we’re going to look at in the context of trading. There are times when it might make sense to start or restart trading, even if certain aspects of your life aren’t fully sorted yet.  For instance, […]

What if there was a way to navigate financial markets with a sense of calm and calculated precision?  This is where the concept of statistical edge comes into play. Statistical edge is the ability to tilt the odds in your favor, to make decisions based on probabilities and data rather than gut feelings or hunches.  […]

Day trading can be full of highs and gut-wrenching lows.  Confidence is a key element that separates consistent winners from those who struggle.  It’s not about bravado or swinging for the fences, but a calm, collected belief in your ability to trade the markets well over the long run.  This confidence isn’t something you’re born […]

In finance, few names are as synonymous with success as Jim Simons, the head of Renaissance Technologies (RenTech) and its famed Medallion Fund. By leveraging his background in mathematics and using the power of quantitative trading strategies, Simons built Renaissance into one of the most successful investment management firms. In this article, we will explore […]

Below are some well-known trading and investing quotes that encapsulate various aspects of market philosophy, risk management, and trading and investment strategy. We also have some unique quotes in the section after, which have fun applications to trading and investing contexts.   Trading & Investing Quotes “[Many] know the price of everything, but the value […]

Ray Dalio, the founder of Bridgewater Associates, is widely regarded as one of the most successful hedge fund managers of all time.  His unique approach to trading and investment management is built on a set of principles he has developed over decades.  Dalio’s trading philosophy revolves around balancing risk, seeking uncorrelated returns, and understanding the […]

An edge in trading refers to any factor or set of factors that give a trader a consistent advantage over others in the market. The main three edges in trading are: analytical (what most try to do) informational technological In this article, we’ll explore the different types of edge a trader can possess, how to […]

A swap spread is the difference between the fixed rate on an interest rate swap and the yield on a government bond of the same maturity.  Interest rate swaps are financial instruments where two parties exchange cash flows. One party: pays a fixed rate, and the other pays a floating rate based on a benchmark […]

Michael Steinhardt is one of the most famous traders from the 1970s-2000s period, known for his pioneering work in the hedge fund industry and his ability to achieve exceptional returns over nearly three decades.  We look into the methods, mindset, and legacy of someone whose career redefined hedge fund management.   Key Takeaways – Michael […]