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The Volatility Index (VIX) is used by traders to determine when the stock market (S&P) is getting "too risky", so they can protect their trading accounts from losses. Could traders be using the VIX wrong? Is there an even better way to time the markets and reduce risk? In this episode, discover the new secrets of volatility-based trading with Rob Hanna. Rob shares his award-winning insights into using the VIX and SPX to time the market, challenging conventional wisdom and uncovering new strategies for volatility trading. Whether you’re an advanced trader or just looking to refine your approach, this podcast is packed with valuable tips and actionable advice. Some of the key points you’ll discover: Why conventional wisdom using VIX for market timing could be all wrong, Does VIX movement really predict market moves or is there a better way, How SPX signals can be more effective than VIX signals, The best indicators for predicting short-term market movements, Practical strategies for trading VIX instruments

Tom Basso is a Market Wizard with 5 decades of experience. After taking 4 years to get to break-even, he eventually transformed himself into a $600 million fund manager. In this discussion with Tom, we uncover some of the key strategies he uses to profit in almost any market, protect his account from market downturns, and all while enjoying the ride! Here’s some of the key takeaways: Why traditional diversification isn’t enough and how to deploy extreme diversification to grow your portfolio, Tom’s simple yet powerful hedging strategies to protege your account in a downturn, How to generate more consistent results by “filling the potholes” The advantages of using multiple indicators in trading and which indicators Tom uses (and those he avoids), How to simplify trading decisions using a common sense approach, Plus risk management, position sizing, discipline, surviving long-term and much more.   Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produce

In this episode, Jason Strimpel from PyQuantNews joins me to discuss how traders can find profitable edges and compete effectively in today's fast-paced markets. Whether you're a seasoned trader or just starting out, Jason's strategies and insights are invaluable for anyone looking to up their trading game.   Here’s just some of the points you’ll discover:   How some traders get into trouble by confusing skill with luck, Why charts and basic trading platforms aren’t enough to compete in the markets, The importance of looking outside the charts for genuine market inefficiencies, The dangers of brute-force data mining for strategy design and what to do instead, Creative approaches to finding robust trading edges, The impact of behavioral patterns and structural market inefficiencies on trading strategies, How data-driven strategies can help you identify and capitalize on market inefficiencies, Identifying areas in the market where inefficiencies may exist, And much more.   Disclaimer: Tradin

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel," where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants in this week's panel are: Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Pavel Kycek Steven Strazza [0:02] Welcome and Overview [0:21] Panel Introduction [9:59] Discussing Trading Strategies [11:18] Integrating Various Trading Tools [13:02] Detailed Strategy Analysis [14:36] Using Regime Filters in Trading [23:46] Understanding Trading as a Discipline [25:17] Realities of Daily Trading [33:47] Handling Drawdowns in Trading [36:07] Learning from Trading Drawdowns [41:34] Analyzing Trading Performance [44:28] Concluding Remarks and Takeaways   Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better System Trader is for informational or educational purposes only and does not constitute trading or investment advice.

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel," where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants in this week's panel are: Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Pavel Kycek Jerry Parker 0:00 Introduction to the Panel 1:18 Introduction of Jerry and the Bird 6:14 Jerry Discusses Trend Following 11:13 Emotional Aspects of Large Trades 15:01 Role of Outlier Trades in Portfolio 23:21 Diversification and Stock Selection 30:15 Ignoring Market Noise 39:39 Trading Volume and Risk Management 50:08 Commodity Stocks and Portfolio Diversification 55:26 Final Thoughts and Takeaways 57:15 Panelists' Closing Statements Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better System Trader is for informational or educational purposes only and does not constitute trading or investment advice.

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel," where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants in this week's panel are: Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Pavel Kycek Mish Schneider Ian Culley 00:00 - Introduction and Guest Welcoming 01:25 - Discussion on Trading Commodities 03:42 - Analysis of Current Market Trends 06:36 - Historical Comparison of CPI Trends 10:11 - Geopolitical and Market Predictions for 2024 14:23 - Cocoa Market Surge and Trading Strategies 21:08 - Short-Term Trading Techniques in Volatile Markets 26:43 - Intermarket Analysis and Sector Insights 33:09 - Emerging Markets and Investment Opportunities 42:53 - Cryptocurrency Trading Strategies and Market Analysis 52:00 - Audience Q&A and Relative Rotation Graphs Discussion 57:25 - Closing Remarks and Contact Information   Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel," where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants in this week's panel are: Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Pavel Kycek  Tom Basso [0:02] Introduction [1:14] Guest Introduction [2:24] Discussion on Market Trends and Portfolio Management [7:13] Importance of Risk Management [10:12] Psychology and Handling Drawdowns [15:29] Learning from Market Experiences [19:34] Matching Personality with Trading Style [25:06] Becoming a Trend Follower [29:24] Coping with Market Crises [35:03] Balancing Life and Trading [42:20] Brain Processing and Idea Generation [45:03] Systematic Trading Insights [53:42] Misconceptions in Chart Patterns [1:01:43] Wrap-up and Contact Information   Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better System Trader is for informational or educational purposes only and does not cons

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel," where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants in this week's panel are: Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Larry Tentarelli Steven Strazza Here are a few of the topics we discussed on the panel: 1. Importance of Simplifying Trading Strategies – Simplifying strategies helps in identifying trends and making trading decisions more effectively. 2. Using Moving Averages and Relative Strength – Moving averages and relative strength indicators are valuable tools for identifying trends and potential breakouts. 3. Adapting to Market Conditions – The importance of sticking to your strategy and waiting for favorable market conditions rather than constantly changing strategies. 4. Options Trading and Pattern Matching – Different options strategies can be used based on the pattern and structure of the stock, providing leverage and flexibility. 5. Risk Management and P

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel", where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants on this week's panel are:  Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Jeff Hirsch Jason Shapiro 00:00 Episode Introduction and Host Welcome 01:44 Discussing Historical Market Trends with Jeff 06:49 Jeff Shares Sector Insights and Trading Ideas 10:08 Where to Find Jeff and His Work 11:04 Shifting Focus to Jason Shapiro's Trading Insights 19:26 Jason's Perspective on Market Conditions and Fed Policy 28:02 Discussing Common Trading Mistakes and Learning Processes 36:56 Highlighting the Importance of Risk Management 42:06 Unpacking Trading Industry Myths and Realities 46:11 The Dangers of Following Misleading Trading Gurus 53:43 The Significance of Personal Experience in Trading Success   Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better System Trader is for i

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel", where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants on this weeks panel are:  Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Moritz Seibert Pavel Kycek 0:00 Welcome and Show Introduction 1:21 Discussing Trading Panels and Expectations 2:15 Reality of Trading and Drawdowns 3:16 Introduction to Professional Trading 8:20 Focus on Commodity Trading and Systematic Strategies 10:45 Embracing Volatility and Drawdowns in Trading 15:54 Managing Open Trade Profits 21:27 Importance of Aligning with Investor Expectations 26:02 Historical Context and Risk Management 30:38 Advice for New Traders on Strategy and Expectations 43:17 Handling Broker Fees and Optimizing Costs 47:24 Building Confidence and Consistency in Trading 54:36 Audience Questions and Panel Responses 58:05 Personal Journeys and Aha Moments in Trading   Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel", where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants on this weeks panel are:  Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Mish Schneider Pavel Kycek 0:00 - Opening: Welcome and Panel Introduction 1:06 - Mish's Perspective on Market Prediction 5:02 - Insights from a Floor Trader's Journey 10:38 - Discussing Price Action and Trading Psychology 13:12 - Crypto Market Trends and Algorithmic Trading 21:16 - Diverse Trading Strategies: Discussion 30:52 - The Shift from Short-term to Long-term Trading 38:37 - Expert Tips on Identifying Market Tops and Bottoms 45:35 - Advice for New System Traders 49:09 - Episode Wrap-Up and Where to Find the Panelists Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better System Trader is for informational or educational purposes only and does not constitute trading or investment advice.

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel", where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants on this weeks panel are:  Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Richard Brennan Kevin Green Pavel Kycek 0:00 – Show Introduction and Panelist Greetings 0:49 – Panelists’ Backgrounds and Trading Philosophies 6:17 – Analyzing Economic Indicators and Their Impact on Markets 13:19 – Debunking Market Myths with Price Action Signals 24:21 – Transitioning to Systematic Trading for Longevity 36:34 – The Role of Macro Factors in Shaping Trading Strategies 49:05 – The Future of Trading: AI, Cryptos, and Beyond 1:02:27 – Wrapping Up: Key Takeaways and Contact Information Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better System Trader is for informational or educational purposes only and does not constitute trading or investment advice.

Unlock the secrets of algorithmic crypto trading with Pavel Kycek in this entertaining and insightful episode. Whether you're a crypto newbie or a seasoned trader looking to refine your trading strategies, Pavel's insights into the volatile world of cryptocurrency and expertise in algorithmic trading will guide you through the complexities of systematic trading, risk management, and much more.    Here are some of the topics you’ll discover in this discussion:   How to identify what style of trading works best in crypto, The “Idea first” approach to building trading strategies that work, Indicators in crypto trading and how simple your trading strategies should really be, The type of strategies that work in the crypto market right now, Common robustness tests that work in crypto and which ones you should avoid (and why), Risks with crypto trading and how to reduce them so you can sleep well at night, Selecting the best cryptos to trade & the different behaviour and characteristics of coins,

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel", where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants on this weeks panel are:  Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Kashyap Sriram Pavel Kycek Kevin Green Timestamps [00:00] Introduction and Overview of Trading Topics [06:37] Discussion on Personal Trading Experiences and Learning Curves [12:21] Insights into Systematic vs. Discretionary Trading [15:43] The Role of Market Cycles in Trading Profitability [17:33] Exploring the Impact of Rate Decisions on Trading Strategies [23:54] Debunking Common Trading Myths and Strategies [25:07] Discussion on Options and Volatility Trading [28:27] Carry Trades and Their Potential Risks [30:42] Unforeseen Market Events and Their Impact on Trading [33:17] The Swiss Franc Event: A Case Study [36:30] Exploring Premium Scalping and Its Risks [39:25] The Yen-U.S. Dollar Carry Trade Discussion [42:12] Institutional Strategies and Ri

Welcome to a new trading series called "The Trading Panel", where I collaborate with Jason Perz from Against All Odds Research and a panel of traders to discuss the markets and all things trading. Participants on this weeks panel are:  Andrew Swanscott Jason Perz Kashyap Sriram Markets & Mayhem Mike Melissinos Pavel Kycek Timestamps[00:00] Introduction to The Trading Panel [00:53] Speaker Introductions [08:23] Discussion on Trading Strategies and Market Positions [15:18] The Importance of Backtesting in Trading [20:06] Diversifying Trading Strategies and Portfolios [25:07] Handling Market Expectations and Predictions [28:36] Strategies to Avoid Curve Fitting in Trading [33:32] Price Agreement and Trading Decisions [38:31] Combating Curve Fitting with Simple Strategies [41:07] Fundamental Analysis in Trading Decisions [43:33] Systematic Trading and the Role of Historical Data [47:44] Closing Thoughts on Curve Fitting and Trading Strategies [52:16] Wrapping Up and How to Follow the Speakers Disclaimer: Tr

Get ready to unlock the secrets of trading in uncertain markets with Richard Brennan and your host Andrew in this power-packed episode! Whether you're a novice or a seasoned trader, this episode is filled with invaluable insights that will help you navigate the volatile waters of the market with confidence.   Key Points You'll Learn:   Core principles for long-term trading success, Understanding market dynamics, The barbell approach to trend following, The benefits of using simple models in trading, How to identify and mitigate fragility in trading strategies, Managing risk with tail properties, The power of diversification and strategies to achieve maximum diversification, Navigating market regimes and fat tail events, And much more.   Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better System Trader is for informational or educational purposes only and does not constitute trading or investment advice.  

Discover the good, the bad and the ugly of systematic trading as our guest Cesar Alvarez from Alvarez Quant Trading shares some key moments in his trading career all traders can learn from!    Key Points You'll Learn:   The impact of bad trades and what to do when you’re in a trade you shouldn’t be in (the answer may not be what you think!), Why the market can actually be a distraction to your trading and how watching the market LESS could be the key to improving your results, Shorting disasters and how to avoid that one disaster trade that could wipe out your account, A common perception about systematic trading that just isn’t true (and how to overcome it), Plus loads of insights into algo trading, risk management, short selling and valuable lessons from many years of trading.   Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better System Trader is for informational or educational purposes only and does not constitute trading or investme

Jump right into this exciting episode where Scott, a former tennis coach turned expert trader, shares his journey and tricks of the trade. With his witty anecdotes and deep insights, Scott's story isn't just about trading; it's a tale of transformation and finding success in unexpected places.   Key Learning Points:   Transitioning Careers: Hear how Scott switched from tennis coaching to trading and the lessons he learned. Trading Strategies: Discover Scott's approach to different trading strategies and what works best. Risk Management: Learn about the importance of balancing trade size and managing risks. Cultural Influence: Find out how culture can significantly impact your trading success. Adapting to Change: Gain insights on staying flexible and adapting to market changes.   Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better System Trader is for informational or educational purposes only and does not constitute trading or investment

In this episode, our guest is breakout trading specialist and Hedge Fund manager Tomas “Mr Breakouts” Nesnidal. In our discussion Tomas shares the 3 biggest lessons from his start in discretionary chart trading up to breakout trading mastery, plus some interesting stories along the way (like the trading tips he learnt from a CIA agent!) Packed with practical tips, eye-opening insights and interesting stories, this is a must-listen for anyone looking to up their trading game. Tomas's story is one you don't want to miss. Key Points: Transition from Discretionary to Algorithmic Trading The Role of Lifestyle in Trading Choices Exploring Breakout Trading Strategies Incorporating Robustness Testing in Trading The Importance of Exit Strategies over Entries Developing a Successful Trading Model Influence of Mentors in Trading Development And Much More. Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss. All content produced by Better System Trader is for informational or educational purp

Want better performance from your trading strategies?   In part 3 of my chat with legendary trend-following Turtle Trader Jerry Parker we discuss optimization, how to really extract better performance from your trading, and common traps to avoid.   Key discussion points:   Minimizing Optimization for Maximum Effect: How over-complicating your approach can backfire, why less is often more when it comes to trading strategies and what you should do instead. The Power of Simplicity: Learn why fewer rules often lead to better trading outcomes. The Role of Back Testing: Discover the benefits and limitations of this crucial and often mis-used trading tool. Diversifying Exits for Better Results: How diversifying your exit strategies can enhance your trading performance. Adapting to Market Volatility: Tips on how to stay afloat and succeed in fluctuating markets. And much more.   Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone. All content