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Certain currencies and commodities correlate due to the economic structure and trade dependencies of their associated countries or regions.  For example, the Canadian Dollar (CAD) is positively correlated with crude oil because Canada is a major oil exporter, and rising oil prices increase export revenues, strengthening the CAD.  Similarly, the Japanese Yen (JPY) often inversely […]

The quality of our decisions largely dictates the quality of our lives. Accordingly, it can pay to think deeply and carefully about how we make them. This article will cover decision-making as it pertains to markets, but we also hope that some of the decision-making principles we cover will also have broader applicability as well. […]

Probability distributions are one of the most fundamental concepts in finance, markets, and trading. They provide a fundamental framework for understanding, modeling, and managing the unknowns and risks inherent in these domains. Trading isn’t so much about “predicting the future” (i.e., trying to ascertain a deterministic line of how things will transpire) as it is […]

The financial news industry is a behemoth, a relentless machine churning out a constant stream of information, analysis, and predictions about the market. But amidst all of this, how much of this information can we actually trust?  Is financial news truly a reliable guide for traders and investors, or is it a carefully crafted narrative […]

A degree is not always necessary to become a trader. While some firms may require formal education for credibility and foundational knowledge, many prioritize hands-on experience and skills such as analytical thinking and synthesis of ideas. Moreover, the accessibility of online resources and platforms allows individuals to learn and practice trading independently. Additionally, certifications and […]

What actually stands in the way of trading success? Let’s go up a level and think about the big things that hold back success in anything. We practically all have something (or many things) holding us back from achieving what we’d ideally hope to achieve. So, it’s important to identify these big things and deal […]

Have you ever had a goal in life that you kept postponing for reasons beyond simple procrastination? That’s what we’re going to look at in the context of trading. There are times when it might make sense to start or restart trading, even if certain aspects of your life aren’t fully sorted yet.  For instance, […]

What if there was a way to navigate financial markets with a sense of calm and calculated precision?  This is where the concept of statistical edge comes into play. Statistical edge is the ability to tilt the odds in your favor, to make decisions based on probabilities and data rather than gut feelings or hunches.  […]

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 […]