The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) is the market's "fear gauge." It does not measure price but rather the expectation of…
Understanding the Volume-Weighted Average Price (VWAP): The True Price of the Day
The Volume-Weighted Average Price (VWAP) is not just another average. It represents the "true" average price of a stock over…
The Anchor and the River: A Tale of VWAP and Moving Averages (Intermediate)
VWAP and Moving Averages both aim to clarify price action, but they are fundamentally different tools. VWAP is an intraday…
A Deep Dive into Moving Averages (EMA & SMA)
Moving averages are fundamental tools that smooth out price data to reveal the underlying trend, much like a filter clarifies…
An Introduction to the Relative Strength Index (RSI): The Engine’s Tachometer
The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is a momentum oscillator that measures the speed and magnitude of price changes. It operates…
A System for Combining Moving Averages and RSI: The Navigator and the Tides
A professional trading approach requires a system, not a collection of standalone signals. A powerful system can be built by…
The Price of Passage: A Guide to Understanding Tariffs
A tariff is a tax imposed on an imported good or service. Governments use tariffs to make foreign products more…
The Economic Ledger: Understanding the U.S. Trade Deficit
A trade deficit occurs when a country buys more goods and services from the rest of the world (imports) than…
Best Trading Books: 3 Must-Reads for Mindset, Analysis, and Wisdom (Top Recommendation)
These three books, when studied together, provide a holistic education for any serious trader. Trading in the Zone will help…
What Top Traders Have in Common: A Review of Jack Schwager’s Market Wizards
If you’re a trader with solid tactics but no clear operating philosophy, Jack D. Schwager’s Market Wizards is the one…
