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Day trading can be full of highs and gut-wrenching lows.  Confidence is a key element that separates consistent winners from those who struggle.  It’s not about bravado or swinging for the fences, but a calm, collected belief in your ability to trade the markets well over the long run.  This confidence isn’t something you’re born […]

In finance, few names are as synonymous with success as Jim Simons, the head of Renaissance Technologies (RenTech) and its famed Medallion Fund. By leveraging his background in mathematics and using the power of quantitative trading strategies, Simons built Renaissance into one of the most successful investment management firms. In this article, we will explore […]

Ray Dalio, the founder of Bridgewater Associates, is widely regarded as one of the most successful hedge fund managers of all time.  His unique approach to trading and investment management is built on a set of principles he has developed over decades.  Dalio’s trading philosophy revolves around balancing risk, seeking uncorrelated returns, and understanding the […]

An edge in trading refers to any factor or set of factors that give a trader a consistent advantage over others in the market. The main three edges in trading are: analytical (what most try to do) informational technological In this article, we’ll explore the different types of edge a trader can possess, how to […]

A swap spread is the difference between the fixed rate on an interest rate swap and the yield on a government bond of the same maturity.  Interest rate swaps are financial instruments where two parties exchange cash flows. One party: pays a fixed rate, and the other pays a floating rate based on a benchmark […]

Michael Steinhardt is one of the most famous traders from the 1970s-2000s period, known for his pioneering work in the hedge fund industry and his ability to achieve exceptional returns over nearly three decades.  We look into the methods, mindset, and legacy of someone whose career redefined hedge fund management.   Key Takeaways – Michael […]

Cash reserves in the financial system influence markets in ways that are both nuanced and significant. Traders often hear about “cash on the sidelines” as a bullish argument (when they purportedly exist and vice versa when they don’t). But understanding how cash reserves interact with asset prices requires knowing more about the mechanics of money […]

How to Invest is a book written by David Rubinstein. In this article, we summarize the main points of what makes a good investor in Rubinstein’s view.   Key Summary – “How to Invest” Summary – The Qualities of Good Investors Highly motivated, often coming from blue-collar or middle-class families. Good education and strong academic […]

Cash on the sidelines is a term that traders refer to in order to describe how much capital is supposedly out there to go into financial assets. The price of a financial asset is just money and credit divided by the quantity of it. So while things like valuations and determining notional fundamental values of […]

Julian Robertson (1932-2022) was the founder of Tiger Management, and is celebrated as one of the most influential figures in hedge fund history.  We look into his trading strategy, markets philosophy, and the lessons traders and investors can glean from his storied career.   Key Takeaways – Julian Robertson Trading Strategy & Philosophy Prioritize Deep […]