Let's begin by introducing Modern Monetary Theory (MMT), which is a contrarian view to the orthodox macroeconomic theory's of the past, such as the Autrian School of Economic Theory. The theory suggests, inter alia, that soveriegn nations which maintain a monopoly on their currency, can essentially use that monopoly to fund government spending, without the need of...
What is the put/call ratio? The put/call ratio (PCE) is a popular barometer of market sentiment, which shows the ratio of trading volumes of Put vs Call options. However, with distortions in the current price of nearly every instrument off the back of "free money," and persistent market intervention by policy makers, we're not quite seeing the price discovery...
Every full-time trader knows that rule number 1 in this business isn't to make money; rule number 1 is: don't lose money. Hence, any successful, long term trading strategy must inherently focus on managing risk. I know that lately the word risk carries next to no meaning, and that's because the more risk you take, the more you're rewarded, while those who manage...
Iron Condors have been the buzz lately on my social media. People have discovered or re-discovered them because they are WORKING now! But should traders keep using them without knowing WHY they are working? If you are getting into Iron Condors you MUST watch this to understand the key metrics professional options sellers look at when placing their...
this example shows the circuit breaker rules of US Stock Market from the current price.
Hello traders, a couple of facts on the VIX that you might didn’t know. VIX is a 30-day volatility measure. The calculation is based on two strips of SPX options that are used in the VIX calculation (now for example November and December option strips), the strips have a different weighting each day. Every day that passes we have fewer days in the current month...
NOT ADVICE DYOR See posting 27th August 2020 for bigger picture, and construction details. Notice rise from low to high near same. Not Advice. DYOR.
Construction details of this best match coming soon. NOT ADVICE. DYOR. www.tradingview.com
Psychology of a Market Cycle - Where are we in the cycle? This tutorial is related with "Trading Psychology - Fear & Greed Index" study Before proceeding with the question "where", let's first have a quick look at "What is market psychology?" Market psychology is the idea that the movements of a market reflect the emotional state of its participants. It is...
Entre 0 y 20: hay poca volatilidad en el mercado, los inversores tienen confianza y el S&P500 está en principio en tendencia alcista. Entre 20 y 30: los inversores empiezan a preocuparse, lo que conduce a la volatilidad, la tendencia al alza del SP500 puede continuar pero también comenzar a revertirse. Entre 30 y 100: ¡es el pánico por parte de los inversores! La...
Se conoce también como el índice del miedo, Cuando tiende a 0, refleja un sentimiento de confianza y cuando tiende a 100, refleja pesimismo o miedo por parte de los inversores. Entre 0 y 20: poca volatilidad = confianza y S&P500 en principio en tendencia alcista. Entre 20 y 30: preocupación, aumenta la volatilidad, la tendencia al alza puede continuar pero...
How to trade UVXY and other VIX volatility financial instruments - Look at the 1h chart. - Once the RSI crosses 30, wait 3 days for confirmation before buying UVXY. - Monitor the markets. - You want S&P500 to be overbought. Conditions before buying UVXY: - RSI has crossed 30 and is in a downward trend - MACD descending gap is forming and widening - Buy when...
VIX peaks positive for bitcoin, also SPX if make new high July-November. NOT ADVICE. DYOR.
CBOE:VIX is looking bullish currently. Keep an eye.
Bitcoin looks ready to "Moon". We had a rise from trough in VIX (white horizontal) followed by red candles in both bitcoin and SPX (purple vertical) forming a support base (purple horizontal) and key resistance (blue horizontal). Buy/Sell break outs. ROC turned positive too. NOT ADVICE. DYOR.
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Hi traders, This time instead of a recap I will provide somewhat of a psychological insight "live" as I am going through a losing streak in the markets! And as much as I would like to boast with my incredible gains every day, of course, I think this is a good thing. It enables me to show those who might be experiencing the same thing that this is completely...
This stock was in a downward trend (channel) for quite some time then got a STRONG breakout pattern. Talk about a CRAZY move! I wouldn't FOMO buy up here "Fear of missing out" everyone complains about high volatility when that's how all the money is made. I'm glad the VIX is skyrocketing in volatility. Exciting times. Stay profitable.