Adjusting Your Stock Market Portfolio for Colder Temperatures

How Weather, Holiday Spending, and Investor Psychology Influence Stocks This Winter Season By Katie Gomez The holiday season is synonymous with joy, peace, and giving. Yet, for the stock market, this period often presents a stark contrast. As traders navigate the most significant seasonal and transitional period, active investors and traders need to adapt their…

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The 7 Key Habits That Separate Winning Traders From Losing Traders

By Katie Gomez In the world of finance, success is not merely a stroke of luck or a product of innate talent; it is the culmination of consistent effort, unwavering discipline, and a well-defined strategy. In the realm of stock trading, this rings particularly true. While some may perceive trading as a gamble, those who…

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5 Crucial Tips for Effective Portfolio Diversification in Day Trading

By Shane Neagle Can your day trading strategy withstand the market’s unexpected twists and turns?” This pivotal question underscores the essence of successful day trading, where diversification is more than a strategy; it’s the cornerstone of enduring success. In the dynamic and intense environment of day trading, placing a strong emphasis on diversifying your investments…

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The Coolest Ways to Research Stocks Before Investing: Creative Tools & Strategies to Uncover the Next Hot Stock

By Katie Gomez “Cool” and “research” are words rarely found in a sentence together. Yet, the way we conduct research has evolved tenfold just in the last decade, especially regarding the stock market. Numerous young traders entering the market prefer to outsource, and sometimes pay for, the exhaustive research essential to their investments. Their desire…

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9 Essential Rules for Selecting Stocks When Day Trading

By Shane Neagle Have you considered how vital it is to pick the right stocks in day trading? Navigating the realm of intraday trading is akin to sailing through swiftly changing currents. In this environment, the art of choosing the right stocks is not just important—it’s essential. Each choice a trader makes carries significant impact,…

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Feeling vs. Thinking: Trading with your head and your heart

   By Katie Gomez In the dynamic realm of trading, success hinges on the ability to make informed decisions while effectively managing risk. While there are various perspectives on market analysis and risk management approaches, they can be broadly categorized into two distinct styles: thinking-based (left-brain) and feeling-based (right-brain) trading. Each approach possesses unique strengths…

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The Fall Effect: The Impact of Fall on the Stock Market

By Katie Gomez As the fall season approaches, investors and traders alike should be aware of the potential changes in the stock market. While past performance is not indicative of future results, there are some seasonal trends that have emerged over the years. What drives the market in the fall? There are a number of…

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6 Overlooked Rules for New Day Traders

By: Shane Neagle Have you ever wondered what distinguishes the elite day traders who consistently reap profits from those who find themselves stuck in a cycle of losses?  The distinction often lies not in their selected stocks, but rather in their methodology. Within the dynamic and fast-paced realm of day trading, triumph is contingent upon…

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Lessons from Veteran Traders: A Trading Mentorship Session

By Michael Nauss, CMT I recently had the privilege of participating in an insightful trading mentorship session with another experienced technical analyst – Jabir Samji. Jabir has been a CMT charterholder for 10 years and currently works as a financial planning analyst, whereas I have had extensive experience in prop firm trading and hedge funds…

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