August 2017

Slow day as markets recover from tensions with North Korea.

Earlier this week we saw the classic reaction to news about tensions between North Korea and civilized countries. Money flows into the Swiss Franc as well as the Yen and Gold. Now things are quieting down somewhat and we see reactions in the other direction with most movements being short term fluctuations. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2017-08-30/asia-stocks-set-to-open-mixed-on-u-s-data-korea-markets-wrap

Fear of the Unknown and Uncertainty Are Biggest Contributors to Anxiety.

We see this in trading an entrepreneurship all the time. Something is shutting down parts of the brain that are needed for wise decisions. The culprit is fear and anxiety. And the cause is uncertainty and unknown outcomes which are inevitable basic requirements for all decisions. Why not relax, weigh the options and make decisions …

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Gold confirms short term correction

Gold vs the USD has confirmed a short-term correction on the 1-4 hour timeframe by forming a lower high and short entry. But the pattern on the daily for those who can read it suggests that after correcting it is likely to continue up. https://www.dailyfx.com/forex/technical/home/analysis/xau-usd/2017/08/21/gold-price-breakout-fails-at-1300-is-the-bullish-move-done-srepstans.html

Trading Stars Podcast 23: Jason Rotman: Finding Perfect Balance and Success

       What an energized discussion I had with Jason Rotman, former Chicago fund trader and President of Lido Isles Advisors and Valia Capital Management! In this episode, Jason shares some stories from his beginnings in the trading industry as well as some candid personal experiences about his life journey.  Why is Jason the “go-to” …

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