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Here’s a step-by-step process for analyzing markets and making forecasts, structured in a way that meets high standards: specific probabilistic resolvable rooted in macro frameworks, and justified with data This is designed to help you build a forecasting model worthy of hedge fund-level scrutiny.   Key Takeaways – Financial, Economic & Market Forecasting Process This […]

Steel is no longer just a commodity story; it’s a geopolitical one. The industry sits squarely at the convergence of politics, industrial strategy, and macroeconomic transformation. For investors, steel is becoming less about riding volatile price cycles and more about positioning within a broader national agenda: economic resilience supply chain security, and industrial sovereignty   […]

Gold, silver, and platinum each have distinct roles in global markets, shaped by unique demand drivers and economic sensitivities.  While gold acts as a strategic hedge against currency debasement and fiscal instability, silver is tightly linked to industrial growth, especially in renewable energy.  Platinum, though less discussed, has a growing role in clean automotive and […]

More traders are seeking alternative opportunities outside the US as market leadership narrows and headline risk grows.  Investors (i.e., those with longer time horizons), meanwhile, are looking for better valuations and stronger diversification without sacrificing the regulatory stability and transparency that developed markets provide.  Europe and Japan can be compelling because they offer a mix […]

To celebrate its 15-year milestone, XM is running its largest promotion to date, rewarding active traders with up to $15,000 in deposit bonuses throughout June. The anniversary event runs for four consecutive weeks, offering a 100% deposit bonus of up to $3,750 weekly. Key Takeaways $15,000 max bonus per trader over the period Open to […]

Crypto trading has evolved from simple directional bets into a diverse ecosystem of arbitrage, market-neutral, quant, and yield-driven strategies.  As institutional capital and on-chain infrastructure matured, traders began exploiting volatility, liquidity gaps, governance events, and data-driven inefficiencies.  We look at the most important crypto strategies used today – what they are, how they work, and […]

Yield-focused trading strategies prioritize generating regular income (interest, dividends, rent, premiums, etc.) over capital appreciation. Below, strategies are categorized by asset class and include descriptions, typical instruments, risk profiles, and yield generation mechanisms. Notable regional considerations or prevalent markets are mentioned where relevant.   Key Takeaways – Yield Trading Strategies Equities & Hybrids Dividend Stock […]

The US dollar remains the backbone of the global financial system, anchoring the majority of international reserves, trade, and capital flows.  While rising deficits, monetary expansion, and geopolitical tensions have sparked growing concerns about its durability, most collapse narratives overlook the structural mechanics that underpin dollar dominance. History shows that reserve currency transitions are slow. […]

Negative carry refers to the cost of holding an options position, usually from: Time decay (theta) on long options Premium paid for protection or leverage Bid-ask spread losses or margin costs Since options are often used for convexity (leveraged exposure or downside protection), the cost is embedded in the premium. The goal is to offset […]

Spreadex has added trading signals to its desktop platform, delivering real-time insights based on chart patterns to help inform trading decisions. Trading signals do not constitute investment advice and are not tailored to the needs of any individual. No guarantee is made to the accuracy of the information provided, and anyone acting on them does […]