Terms Beginning With L

On this page you will find a list of all our topics starting with the letter L. The page contains links to guides, reviews etc.

• Labor Productivity and Total Factor Productivity - Why They're Important for Markets
  Blog Post

  Over the long run, an economy boils down to productivity. This will in turn affect the value of stocks and other assets.
• Labouchere (Cancellation) System in Trading
  Blog Post

  We look at the Labouchere System in trading. Originally built for traditional betting games, can it add value in trading contexts?
• Ladder Options
  Article

  Ladder options offer some of the highest returns in binary options trading. Multiple price levels, or rungs, provide a range of payouts and expiry times.
• LAMM Trading
  Article

  LAMM trading is a form of automated copy trading that is popular with investors new to the financial markets and tight on time. Find out how to get started.
• Large Deviation Theory in Finance, Markets & Trading
  Blog Post

  We look at large deviation theory in trading – key concepts, applications, and how traders can use it. Plus, a coding example.
• Largest Market Makers
  Blog Post

  We look at the names of the largest market makers with short descriptions of each. Plus, what kind of profit margins and returns do they get?
• Lattice Models in Finance & Trading
  Blog Post

  Lattice Models for options pricing, interest rates, credit risk modeling, real options, portfolio mgmt, simulations & more. Coding examples.
• Lazy Portfolios
  Blog Post

  We look at the concept of lazy portfolios and give various examples to consider, catering to a wide variety of preferences.
• LBO vs. Takeover vs. Corporate Raid
  Blog Post

  LBO, Takeover, Corporate Raid: What are the differences? How are each used? What's the role of debt? Can they be prevented? We discuss.
• Lead
  Commodity

  How to trade lead online, from comparing brokers to analyzing market dynamics and current prices. Use our tips to develop a lead trading strategy.
• Leading Indicators
  Blog Post

  We look at leading indicators, how they compare to lagging and coincident indicators, and look at various examples or leading indicators.
• Lean Hogs
  Commodity

  Discover the top lean hog trading platforms, reviewed and rated by our experts. Also find out how to price and trade lean hogs.
• LEAPs
  Blog Post

  LEAPs: Guide to Long-Term Equity Anticipation Securities. Learn strategies to increase your trading success.
• LEAPS vs. Short-Term Options
  Blog Post

  LEAPS vs. Short-Term Options. Long-term strategies vs. short-term trading. Find out which option type matches your trading style & profit goals.
• Least Squares Method in Finance, Trading, and Investing
  Blog Post

  What Is the Least Squares Method? The least squares method is a statistical procedure used to estimate the relationships between certain variables. This met
• Lessons from Oil’s Largest Spike in 28 Years
  Blog Post

  Things can happen that aren’t priced into the distribution. It’s why being short gamma – i.e., selling options, which can have theoretically unlimited
• Level II Market Data and the Order Book
  Article

  But an often underappreciated subset of technical analysis, called Level II market data, can be highly useful for traders. Level II market data shows a
• Leverage Trading for Beginners
  Article

  Understanding leverage in trading: learn how it works, weigh the pros and cons, and find out how to start trading with leverage.
• LHFX
  Broker Review

  Dig into our in-depth review to see if LHFX stands out as a top choice for day traders. We rigorously tested its trading environment.
• Liability-Driven Investing (LDI) Strategies
  Blog Post

  LDI: The strategy influential among key market players. Understand its principles, implementation, and why it matters to every trader.
• Libertex
  Broker Review

  Expert review of online broker Libertex. Platform and trading app analysis, plus fees, withdrawal, demo account and support info.
• Libra - Facebook To Launch Global Digital Currency
  Blog Post

  Facebook announced it will be launching Libra to mixed reactions from news sites and financial experts across the world
• Linear Algebra in Finance & Markets (Concepts & Applications)
  Blog Post

  Linear Algebra - We look at key concepts and applications in finance, trading, and financial markets.
• Linear Regression Line
  Article

  Linear regression, when used in the context of technical analysis, is a method by which to determine the prevailing trend of the past X number of periods.
• Lipper Average (Lipper Index)
  Blog Post

  What is the Lipper Average (Lipper Index) and why and how is it used? What are its drawbacks? We look at these questions and more.
• Liquid Alternatives: Finding Liquid, Uncorrelated Returns Streams
  Blog Post

  A 'liquid alternative', sometimes called a 'liquid alt', is a source of investment returns that is both: a) liquid (i.e., you can buy and sell it at
• Liquid Assets vs. Private Assets
  Blog Post

  We take a look at liquid vs. private assets, their characteristics, value, examples, and more.
• Liquidation Value
  Blog Post

  We look at liquidation value, its comparisons with book value, salvage value, and market value, and provide an example of liquidation value.
• Liquidity Aggregator
  Blog Post

  We look at liquidity aggregators. Get the best prices and fast trade execution by scanning multiple platforms for the best deals.
• Liquidity Management in Trading
  Blog Post

  We look at liquidity management within a trading context. We provide an example.
• Liquidity Models
  Blog Post

  We look at some liquidity models in finance – key concepts, basic math behind them, types of liquidity models, plus a coding example of one.
• Liquidity Provision Strategies
  Blog Post

  We look at the various types of liquidity provision strategies in markets.
• Liquidity Ratios
  Blog Post

  We take a look at Liquidity Ratio types, definitions, why they’re important, interpretation, solvency vs. liquidity, liquidity ratios for banks, and more.
• Liquidity Traps & Financial Market Implications
  Blog Post

  Liquidity trap: low interest rates lead to ineffective monetary policy, potential asset inflation, yield curve flattening, and currency depreciation
• Liquidity, Leverage, and Bull Markets
  Blog Post

  In this article, we’ll go through the general outlook for financial assets and factors related to the economy and portfolio construction.
• Liquidity: What Is It & Why Is It Important?
  Article

  Understand the role of liquidity providers in the financial markets and discover the brokers with the best liquidity.
• Listerine Royalties as a Trading & Investment Opportunity
  Blog Post

  Listerine is a unique type of royalty income stream from a popular hygiene product. Could this or similar products be part of your strategy?
• Litecoin Brokers & Exchanges
  Article

  Check out our list of the top Litecoin brokers and exchanges. Our guide compares spot and derivative products, platforms, fees, regulation and more.
• Litecoin Day Trading 2025 - Tutorial and Brokers
  Article

  Guide to day trading litecoins and the best brokers. Includes tutorial and strategies, helping you profit and make money as a litecoin day trader (LTC).
• LiteFinance
  Broker Review

  LiteFinance is an online forex & CFD broker. Our review covers the MT4 & MT5 platforms, deposits & withdrawals, and more. Sign-up and trade today.
• LiteForex Europe
  Broker Review

  LiteForex Europe Ltd is a leading online broker offering the MT4 & MT5 platforms. Our review unpacks minimum deposits, promo codes & leverage. Sign up now.
• Lithium
  Commodity

  A guide to trading lithium, from the factors that move prices to the best battery and mining stocks. The top lithium brokers reviewed, compared and ranked.
• Live Forex Trading
  Article

  Where can you see live forex trading, market quotes, opening hours and more? Read our live forex trading guide for information.
• Livestock
  Commodity

  Livestock trading uses the volatility of Feeder Cattle, Live Cattle and Lean Hog prices to generate profits or hedge losses. Read on for a full guide.
• LMFX
  Broker Review

  LMFX offers trading through the MT4 platform with 1:1000 leverage. Our review explores demo contests, withdrawal fees and bonuses. Login and start trading.
• London Metal Exchange
  Stock Exchange

  London Metal Exchange brokers ranked and reviewed. We also unpack the history of the commodities exchange, how to start trading, rules, regulations, & more.
• London Stock Exchange
  Stock Exchange

  How to compare London Stock Exchange brokers. A history of the exchange plus how to start trading on the LSE, including opening hours.
• Long Depression (1873-1896) - Causes & Lessons for Today’s Portfolios
  Blog Post

  The Long Depression, which occurred between 1873 and 1896, was a period of economic stagnation and deflation that affected many industrialized nations. This historical event offers insights for today’s traders/investors. By examining the causes, the role of globalization, the impact of government policies, and the rise of technological innovation during this period, we can draw […]
• Long Gamma Trading
  Blog Post

  We look at the concept of long gamma trading,
• Long-Short Strategy: Improving Risk-Reward with Options Trading
  Blog Post

  We cover a specific long-short strategy for options trading for improving your reward relative to your risk. It uses a combination of both options spreads
• Long-Term Trading
  Article

  Long-term trading for beginners explained, from how it works to building a strategy that can generate returns and passive income.
• LonghornFX
  Broker Review

  LonghornFX is an ECN broker with high leverage. But should you open an account? Our experts unpack minimum deposits, withdrawal fees, demo accounts & more.
• Lookback Options
  Article

  A lookback option enables a trader to take advantage of the best price the underlying asset achieves over the life of the contract. Read on for pros & cons.
• Lorenz Curve & Gini Coefficient
  Blog Post

  What Is a Lorenz Curve? A Lorenz curve is a graphical representation of the distribution of wealth or income. It is a plot of the cumulative percentages of
• Loss Aversion
  Blog Post

  We look at loss aversion, its implications, its comparisons with prospect theory and the endowment effect, and considerations of whether it’s a fallacy.
• Louis Bacon Trading Strategy & Philosophy
  Blog Post

  Want to know how Louis Bacon built his hedge fund empire? Discover his bold, risk-controlled macro trading strategy and philosophy here.
• Low Interest Rates: How Do They Create Wealth?
  Blog Post

  What are the specific channels that low interest rates benefit? Lower interest rates make capital cheaper. This encourages businesses to invest because it
• Low Minimum Deposit Binary Options Brokers
  Article

  Low minimum deposit binary options brokers let newer traders get started without requiring large investments. Read on for more.
• LQDFX
  Broker Review

  LQDFX is an offshore FX broker offering the MT4 platform. Our review details minimum deposits, spreads and the client portal. Login and trade today.
• Lumber Market: Supply, Demand, and Big Picture Influences
  Blog Post

  Lumber and other wood products went up massively in the early 2020s for various reasons. Many were related to the unique supply and demand parts of the market. Others were related to the monetary environment. We’ll put together the factors driving its movement, and also look at how this can impact other commodity markets that […]
• Luno
  Broker Review

  Luno is a crypto exchange, staking platform and automated market maker supporting trading in six major cryptocurrencies. Find out more today.