Chapter 12: Momentum Trading
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“Success is where preparation and opportunity meet.” – Bobby Unser We have had an extensive discussion on momentum investing in detail, and it is important to understand how it differs from momentum trading. While both approaches are based on the principle of riding momentum, the expectations, processes, and activity levels in these two approaches are ... Read more
Chapter 13: Trading Strategy Engine
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“What makes a decision great is not that it has a great outcome. A great decision is the result of a good process.” — Annie Duke The momentum investing strategy engine that we discussed in the previous section can also be effective for developing a momentum trading plan. Stocks that meet momentum investing criteria often ... Read more
Chapter 14: Effective Setups
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“I believe in analysis and not forecasting. The key to success in investing is not in predicting the future, but in systematically following the present.” – Nicolas Darvas A technical trading strategy typically forms the foundation of any momentum trading plan. These strategies establish the rules for entry and exit, providing a structured approach to ... Read more
Chapter 4: Relative Momentum
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“While standard economics assumes that we are rational, making logical & sensible decisions, the fact is we are far less rational, and our irrational behaviours are systematic and predictable.” – Dan Ariely Relative strength is a very interesting and useful subject. I have a firm belief that it can change the way you trade and ... Read more
Chapter 5: Improvements
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“Don’t worry about what the markets are going to do, worry about what you are going to do in response to the markets.” – Michael Carr We now have a decent strategy in place. While practicing the strategy and observing how stocks perform, I explored many other possibilities. There is no perfect strategy that works ... Read more
Chapter 6: Momentum Indicators
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“Chase the vision not the money, money will end up following you.” – Tony Hsieh Our momentum strategy engine enabled us to select the conditions and design a momentum strategy plan. People also use various technical trading strategies. How about including those strategies in the strategy engine? Will it improve the performance or just end ... Read more
