Breadth matters. And what we’re currently seeing in our stocks doesn’t look healthy. Here’s a picture of the percentage of stocks outperforming the S&P500: ALL TIME LOWS. […]
Breadth matters
The driving force in the S&P500
In 2024, Nvidia ($NVDA) was the driving force behind the S&P 500’s performance. That stock alone contributed 22% to the index’s overall gains. Meta Apple Amazon …together […]
What is a naked call option?
A naked call option is a written call option where the writer does not own the specified number of shares specified by the option nor has deposited […]
Chart pattern: gap
A gap in a chart is basically an empty space between a trading period and the one before that trading period. They normally occur due to an […]
How to use currency derivatives to hedge your currency risk
Over the past six months, we have seen strong volatility in global currency markets. Emerging market currencies weakened aggressively against the US dollar, which has strengthened significantly […]
What does head-shoulder mean in technical analysis?
The head and shoulders pattern is one of the most popular chart patterns in technical analysis. Its popularity is mainly because it is easier to spot than […]
Fibonacci arcs and Fibonacci Retracement
Fibonacci arcs and retracements are used as a technical indicator to determine support and resistance. As with most indicators, it can be used to see if a […]
What does a double bottom signal?
A double bottom is a reversal pattern very similar to the reverse head and shoulders pattern and is often seen when trading currencies. Double bottom patterns are […]
Why use options?
Speculation: One advantage of using options is the reality that you will not be limited to making a profit only when the market is successful. Because of […]
The art of market timing
Learn the classic market cycles of accumulation, marking up, distribution and mark down so you can time the market – consistently – and make steady profits at […]
