Trading Strategies, Psychology

Trading Strategies, Psychology

How to trade the Volatility Contraction Pattern

The Volatility Contraction Pattern, (VCP) is a famous trading pattern identified and dissected by Market Wizard, Mark Minervini. The premise of the pattern is that stocks in long term up trends will pause and consolidate as some holders exit their positions and the stock is accumulated again by buyers in the market. The chart pattern can provide op...

May 11, 2022
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How to identify key resistance levels

A resistance level is a key tool in technical analysis, indicating when an asset has reached a price level that market participants are unwilling to surpass. Resistance levels are often used in conjunction with support levels, or the point at which traders are unwilling to let an asset's price drop much lower. To understand this fully, it’s im...

February 8, 2022
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Setting Smart Stops: An In-Depth Look at Moving Averages as Trail Stops

Definition of Moving Average In trading, moving averages are often used to smooth out price data to generate trend-following indicators. The most commonly used types are the Simple Moving Average (SMA) and the Exponential Moving Average (EMA). A Simple Moving Average is calculated by defining a period, e.g., 10—or, in other words, the last 10...

October 2, 2021
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The VIX Explained: What Every Trader Needs to Know

Introduction The VIX Index, or Volatility Index, often referred to as the "fear gauge," measures expected future volatility in the U.S. stock market. Although it's worth noting that there are VIX variations for gold, oil, and global indices, when people discuss the VIX, they usually refer to the instrument based on the implied (forward looking ...

October 2, 2021
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Understanding the Long Butterfly Spread Strategy in Options Trading

Options trading offers a multitude of strategies that cater to various market conditions and risk appetites. One such strategy that traders often employ is the "Long Butterfly Spread." In this article, we will delve into the intricacies of the Long Butterfly Spread, exploring its components, mechanics, and potential advantages. At its core, the ...

August 7, 2021
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Understanding Call Options in Options Trading

In the intricate realm of financial markets, options trading stands as a dynamic and multifaceted approach to profiting from market dynamics. Among the diverse range of options instruments, the call option emerges as a fundamental tool. In this article, we will delve into the concept of call options, examining their definition, mechanics, and signi...

August 7, 2021
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Inner circle Video – Using Autochartist for trade set ups and risk management

We were privileged this week to welcome back Autochartist CEO Ilan Azbel, who presented a highly charged, informative and exciting session for those who are interested in using this powerful trading tool to assist with your decision making. You can watch the video below and if you need help in adding Autochartist to your client portal please con...

September 27, 2020
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Inner Circle Recording: Precious metals – Current status and outlook

In this session we explored Current state of precious metals after the significant run up in price over the last few months. We examined: -. The four key factors that seem to be driving price now – Considerations when contemplating an investment including those things that could halt the current bullish run.   The video can be watch...

August 20, 2020
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Inner Circle recording : The next revolution in trading education? – GO Markets mastermind groups

In this session we explored the potential of mastermind groups" with the aim of potentially taking this forward in the coming weeks. Additionally we had valuable input from attendees in helping determine the direction of this initiative. We examined: -. Why the “mastermind’ group approach, often used in a business context, could be transferra...

August 17, 2020
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Inner Circle Recording: Avoid the FIVE trading mindset traps

Please find below the recording from this weeks inner circle session "Avoid the FIVE trading mindset traps". In this session we explored the concept that mindset is far more than just emotion and examined 5 key areas that traders should work on that may have a positive impact on their trading performance. As always please take note of the ris...

August 5, 2020
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Inner Circe Recording: Share CFDs

Please find below the video recording from this weeks Inner circle session "Share CFDs" where we explored how this trading vehicle could be of benefit to many traders. We dispelled some of the myths surrounding Share CFDs and presented some ideas for alternative ways to use these as part of your trading toolbox. Please send any comments or quest...

July 18, 2020
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Inner Circle recording: Advanced risk and position sizing approaches

Please find below the video recording from this weeks Inner circle session "Advanced risk and position sizing approaches”. Please send any comments or questions to mike.smith@gomarkets.com Also note the disclaimer at the beginning of the video. Mike Smith Educator GO Markets   Disclaimer The articles are from GO Markets...

July 2, 2020
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Avoid 3 dangers of using retrospective charts to make trading plan decisions.

Warning: Turn your sensitivity meter down a little. This is a no sugar-coating, tell-it-how-it-is article (but rest assured it comes from a nurturing place). All over the globe, trading gurus attempt to sell their wares (software, the ‘holy grail’ of trade set ups etc) using retrospective charting examples. Such powerful visual “evidence...

June 11, 2020
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Creating a trading edge – Is it possible?

  A trading edge is a certain approach or special system techniques that, in theory, gives a trader some type of advantage over other market participants, hence making a trader more likely to achieve positive trading results. Many are cynical about the objective of creating a trading edge, despite the plethora of articles and books on va...

June 9, 2020
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Inner Circle video – INNOVATION: Creating a NEW trading system

Please find below the video recording from this weeks Inner circle session “INNOVATION: Creating a NEW trading system”. Please send any comments or questions to mike.smith@gomarkets.com Also note the disclaimer at the beginning of the video Mike Smith Educator GO Markets Disclaimer The articles are from GO Markets analysts ...

May 27, 2020
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