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Independent market and macro analysis. 143 Insights published and counting.
Year-End Rally
As the calendar approaches year-end, conversations among investors and traders often turn to the "Santa Rally"—a supposed phenomenon where stock markets experience…
War Escalation and Market Blindness
The conflict between Ukraine and Russia has taken a concerning turn, with the United States (as well as UK and France) granting Ukraine permission to use long-range…
The Erosion of Currencies
Over time, the value of fiat currencies - like the U.S. dollar - has been steadily eroded by inflation and excessive money printing. What appears on the surface as…
Your "All-Weather" Portfolio
In the world of investing, one principle stands out as fundamental for reducing risk and achieving balanced returns: diversification. This strategy, widely adopted…
Crypto Pumps
Crypto markets are notorious for their intense volatility and unpredictable price movements, a reality that becomes especially visible during sudden price surges…
The Trump Victory
The results are in: Donald Trump has been elected the 47th President of the United States, marking a new era in American politics. The announcement triggered one of…
The Power of Passive Investing
In a world where financial markets seem complex and ever-changing, passive investing offers a powerful and straightforward way to build wealth over time. Today…
Three Essential Attitudes for Successful Trading
Trading requires more than technical skill, strategic knowledge, or quick decision-making - it requires a deep commitment to cultivating a mindset suited to the…
The Birth Rate Challenge
Declining birth rates present one of the greatest challenges to human civilization today. Across both Western and Eastern countries, birth rates are falling…
Benjamin Graham – The Father of Value Investing
When it comes to investing, few names hold as much weight as Benjamin Graham, often regarded as the "father of value investing." Graham's contributions to finance…
Understanding Market Cycles
Market cycles represent periods between market peaks or troughs across all asset classes. The piece outlines four fundamental phases: "Accumulation, Mark-Up…
U.S. Election 2024: The Potential Impact on Financial Markets
With the U.S. presidential election just around the corner, traders and investors are keeping a close eye on how the results could shape the future of financial…
TradingView: The Ultimate Tool for Traders
Today, we delve into the tools, strategies, and insights that can take your trading to the next level. Today's episode is all about TradingView, a powerful platform…
Structure in Your Day
Hello, everyone! Lukas here with another episode of Elevate, where we explore strategies, mindsets, and habits that can help you become a more disciplined and…
Own Your Trades
Hello, everyone! Lukas here with another episode of Elevate, where we continue our journey to becoming better, more disciplined traders. Today, we're diving into a…
The Best Analysis Is Your Own
Hello, everyone! Lukas here with another episode of Elevate, where we explore the strategies, mindsets, and practices that can elevate your trading to the next…
Rate Cuts: Blessing or Curse?
Hello, everyone! Lukas here with a new episode of Elevate, where we dive deep into critical market insights that every investor should consider. Today, we're…
Trading Without Fear
Hello, everyone! Today, we're diving into a crucial topic that can make or break your trading success: having no fear. Fear is a powerful emotion that, if not…