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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 […]

Trading is fundamentally a game of information edge. So where do you get this information? Here’s a curated list of the best information sources for traders, grouped by category and chosen based on signal-to-noise ratio, timeliness, and actionable insights. These are especially valuable for individual traders looking to “shrink the gap” and adopt institutional-quality workflows […]

This article is a practical reference guide to the most useful mental models for traders.  These models help you make better decisions, avoid common cognitive traps, and build more resilient strategies.  Instead of chasing predictions, they help you think clearly about risk, uncertainty, and probability in real-world trading environments. They can also carry over into […]

The hedge fund industry is often defined by secrecy and star managers with iron-fist control. Marshall Wace stands out not just for its eye-popping returns or its $70 billion in AUM – but for the odd couple at its helm and the ingenious strategy driving its success.  Paul Marshall and Ian Wace, mismatched in personality, […]