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Trading, finance, and engineering, while distinct in their core functions, share several similarities, particularly in the mindsets and skill sets required for success.  Both disciplines demand a high level of analytical thinking, technical skills, and a strong attention to detail.  There’s even a field/profession/process known as financial engineering. Portfolio design is often referred to as […]

The role of the President of the United States, as outlined in the US Constitution and shaped by historical practice, involves a wide range of duties and powers – with varying degrees of direct control over the economy. We’ll cover this in some amount of depth in this article, as well as some of the […]

Learning to trade can be a challenging yet rewarding pursuit. Whether you’re interested in stocks, currencies, commodities, bonds, cryptocurrencies, or something else, developing the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in trading like anything else – dedication, patience, and a strategic approach.  This article will look at the best ways to learn trading, emphasizing the […]

Secrecy is common in trading and investing as firms and individuals compete for an edge.  This article explores why secrecy is so prevalent in trading, the methods used to maintain it, and its impact on institutional and retail investors.   Key Takeaways – Secrecy in Trading Intellectual property protection is important in the industry Trading […]

Contrarian trading and investment strategies involve going against prevailing market trends or sentiments. This approach is based on the belief that markets often overreact to news and create mispriced securities. Contrarian investors seek to capitalize on these inefficiencies.   Key Takeaways – Contrarian Trading & Investment Strategies Contrarian trading and investment strategies involve going against […]

Various types of traders use different strategies to profit from markets.  Day traders and high-frequency traders (HFTs) are two kinds of traders, each with their own pool of capital, strategies, and buying/selling motivations.  Both focus on short-term price fluctuations, but their methods, analysis and frameworks, and impact on the market differ a lot.  In this […]

Traders and investors increasingly recognize that concentrated portfolios are very risky and unnecessary for meeting their long-run return objectives. This is leading more asset allocators to the balanced beta approach, which we’ll explore in this article.   Key Takeaways – Balanced Beta Risk Balancing Balanced beta focuses on equalizing risk across different economic environments (rising/falling […]

Intermarket Sweep Orders (ISOs) are a specialized type of order used in electronic trading. They are mostly used in the context of high-frequency trading and regulatory compliance.   Key Takeaways – Intermarket Sweep Orders (ISOs) Purpose and Execution ISOs are specialized limit orders designed for immediate execution across multiple exchanges. They allow traders to bypass […]

Trading involves the use of various order types, each with its own specific conditions and purposes. It isn’t just about deciding what to buy or sell; it’s also about how you buy or sell. Understanding these order types is important for traders to effectively manage their trades and risk. Here, we will explore the most […]

High-frequency trading (HFT) involves the use of sophisticated algorithms and high-speed data networks to execute orders at extremely fast speeds. HFT strategies are designed to capitalize on very small price discrepancies that exist for a very short time (often a fraction of a second). Given the technical nature of HFT, the strategies often require an […]