Introduction:
In the world of investing, managing risk is as crucial as seeking returns. Three vital tools for assessing risk-adjusted returns are the Sharpe Ratio, Sortino Ratio, and Omega Ratio. In this post, we'll explore these ratios, their calculation, their unique features, and when to use them.
1. Sharpe Ratio: Balancing Risk and Return
Measures...
Hey traders,
In this educational post, we will discuss the relation of risk to your trading style.
1️⃣ High Frequency Trading (HFT)
It is a complex algorithmic approach that is used to operate on second(s) time frames.
Such a style is considered to be the riskiest one.
With a very high frequency of order execution and sophisticated strategies, it requires...
If you're position or swing trading, it is a MUST to study weekly charts to confirm:
1. IF a bottom is developing
2. WHERE the bottom will complete
...to plan trades with strong reward/risk ratios.
For example, let's take a look at EGLX, which had a gap up at open on its earnings release:
1. Note that today's gap up is from a lower low in the...
Technical Analysis should be used for Risk Analysis, not just for deciding if and when to buy whatever it is you want to trade, whether it's stocks, crypto, forex, indexes, ETFs, REITs, mutual funds, etc.
When you know the technical patterns that point to higher risk, aka sellers gaining traction, you can get out of long positions before the retail crowd and its...
