OK, here it is. Moving averages aren’t that great – and you can do better! In short, here are a couple of reasons why moving averages aren’t great: But there is a better way. Let me explain. But first a little history. Exponential Moving Average first published in 1956 1956 was the year Robert Brown … Read more
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Commitment of Traders (COT) data is not the holy grail – but can be immensely useful in longer term analysis. Here’s how. I tested all the different combinations and found that your method of futures only, all large contracts and net % had the best profit factor. I was really impressed because this tested better … Read more
Structuring your trading business to significantly lower your tax bill is becoming increasingly difficult and risky. Clarification – Tobin Tax The Tobin Tax discussed in the video has NOT been introduced for Emini trading. The calculation shown illustrates the possible magnitude of such a tax on Emini trading. Today’s video is a little off topic … Read more
Can the technical analysis of one market help you trade another? Yes, maybe. Intermarket Analysis is the comparison of potentially related markets. For example: Often you’ll see two markets moving together – one seemingly driving the other. These moves can last weeks or months and will be pointed to by analysts as the “reason” one … Read more
Stop drawing trend lines manually. This indicator automatically plots rising and falling trend lines – and highlights the congestion zones where big moves start. What It Does The Better Trend Lines indicator solves the biggest problem with trend line trading: subjectivity. Instead of guessing where to draw lines, the indicator: How to Trade It The … Read more
The TRIN Index (or Trading Index or Arms Index) is a measure of stock market strength, originally developed by Richard Arms in 1967. It is one of the few truly leading (as opposed to lagging) stock market indicators and is widely followed by market analysts. TRIN Index data is available for both the NYSE and … Read more
Trading small range days is tough and usually unprofitable. This email from Gregg prompted the analysis and today’s video: Barry, Is there anything that you look at early in the day to help you determine whether we are likely to have decent range and volatility during the session? Being able to determine low range cyclical … Read more
