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Professional Traders vs. Retail Traders – The Key Differences

Traders can be broadly categorized into two groups: professional traders retail traders While both groups seek to profit from the financial markets, the approach, resources, and strategies they use can vary significantly. This article looks at the key differences between professional and retail traders, touching upon aspects such as knowledge, technology, help from others (e.g., […]

3 Types of Traders & Paths to Getting There

Trading is a vast field with various approaches and strategies. Depending on one’s experience, knowledge, and interests, traders can be categorized into three main types: Novice/Amateur Generalist Specialist Each type has its own unique characteristics and paths to success. Let’s look into each category.   Key Takeaways – Types of Traders Trading encompasses various approaches […]

Token Economics (Tokenomics)

Token economics, often called “tokenomics,” forms the backbone of cryptocurrency projects. It’s not just about creating digital coins – it’s about designing an economic system. At its core, tokenomics encompasses the factors that impact a token’s value: supply mechanisms distribution methods, and utility within its ecosystem Smart contracts often govern these systems, executing predefined rules […]

How to Start Your Own Trading Firm

For those who are passionate about trading to the point where they want to make it a full-fledged career, starting your own trading firm is a challenging yet rewarding task. It requires planning, a deep understanding of financial markets, and a clear vision of your objectives.  Is it managing your own funds? Is it managing […]

Should You Have Multiple Trading Accounts?

Whether you’re new to trading or experienced, the question of maintaining multiple trading accounts is bound to cross your mind.  It’s not a simple yes or no answer – the decision depends on your trading goals, risk tolerance, and overall strategy.  Let’s go into the pros and cons, and help you make an informed choice. […]

Buffer Funds | Defined-Outcome ETFs

Buffer funds – aka buffer ETFs or defined-outcome ETFs – are designed to address a fundamental psychological barrier many traders and investors face: the fear of losses outweighing the desire for gains.  These funds offer a unique value proposition – they provide exposure to market upside while incorporating downside protection up to a predetermined level. […]

BlackBull’s US Election Hub: Insights, Trends & Expert Sentiment

BlackBull has joined big names like Pepperstone, CMC Markets and IG in providing a central hub for coverage and insights into the 2024 US presidential election. The VIX Index, a key gauge of market volatility, showed a notable rise leading up to and in the immediate aftermath of the 2020 US presidential election. Key Highlights […]

Cryptocurrency Terms and Definitions

Here’s a list of various cryptocurrency terms and their definitions: Address – A unique string of characters that represents a destination for cryptocurrency transactions. Airdrop – The distribution of free tokens or coins to holders of a specific blockchain. Altcoin – Any cryptocurrency that isn’t Bitcoin (BTC) (e.g., Litecoin (LTC), Ripple (XRP)). Arbitrage – The […]

S&P 500 vs. NASDAQ vs. Russell 2000

The S&P 500, NASDAQ, and Russell 2000 are three benchmarks that shape how we understand and measure the US stock market. Each tells a unique story about different segments of the economy. Traders and investors often use these indices to gauge market health, build strategies, and make informed decisions about their portfolios.   Key Takeaways […]

Bullet Strategies (Fixed Income)

A bullet strategy is a fixed-income investment approach that involves concentrating bond maturities around a single point in time.  Unlike other strategies that spread investments across various maturities, a bullet strategy “aims” for a specific future date.  This approach is useful for traders or investors who anticipate a significant cash need at a specific time, […]

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