Mastering the Markets: 12 Proven Trading Strategies for Every Trader Whether you’re trading futures, stocks, currencies, or crypto, successful traders rely on strategy. Here’s a curated guide to 12 time-tested (and some modern) approaches, complete with real use cases and research-backed…
When FCM Fail: The Meltdowns of MF Global & PFG Best
When Futures Brokers Fail: The Meltdowns of MF Global & PFG Best The futures industry is renowned for its robust regulation and investor protection. Yet back-to-back brokerage disasters in 2011 and 2012 shook that confidence—MF Global and PFG Best delivered lessons that…
The Biggest Ponzi Schemes in History — And How to Spot One
The Biggest Ponzi Schemes in History — And How to Spot One Ponzi schemes have plagued investors for centuries, evolving from simple cons to multi-billion-dollar frauds. Here’s a guided tour of history’s most infamous scams—and ten warning signs every retail investor…
History of Futures Markets: From Rice to Risk Management
The Roots of Futures Markets: From Rice to Risk Management The concept of futures traces back centuries. As early as the 17th century, merchants in East Asia engaged in forward arrangements—agreements to buy and sell goods at set prices upon delivery….
Crypto Chaos: 10 Biggest Investor Losses in Unregulated Markets
Crypto Chaos: 10 Real-World Examples of Investors Losing Money in Unregulated Markets Over the past decade, the allure of fast profits from cryptocurrency, NFTs, and decentralized projects has seduced millions of investors. But while the potential for gains was real, so…
The Truth About Retail Prop Trading Firms: Demo Dreams or Trading Traps?
The Truth About Retail Prop Trading Firms: Demo Dreams or Trading Traps? In recent years, a wave of companies has exploded onto the trading scene promising aspiring traders the opportunity to trade “live accounts” without risking their own capital. Names like…
Futures Trading vs. Equities, Forex, and Crypto: Why Futures Come Out on Top
Futures Trading vs. Equities, Forex, and Crypto: Why Futures Come Out on Top Futures trading has long been a favored tool for professional traders, institutions, and hedgers. Yet, with the explosive growth of equity markets, retail forex, and cryptocurrencies, retail traders…
How the Compound Risk Reinvestment System (CRRS) Works: Turning $4,000 Into Financial Freedom Through Smart Futures Trading
How the Compound Risk Reinvestment System (CRRS) Works: Turning $4,000 Into Financial Freedom Through Smart Futures Trading In the world of professional futures trading, success doesn’t come from chasing lottery-style gains or overleveraging on the hopes of a big win. Instead,…
Why Volume-Based Analysis Is Useless in Futures Trading: A Deep Dive into Misconceptions and Market Reality
Why Volume-Based Analysis Is Useless in Futures Trading: A Deep Dive into Misconceptions and Market Reality Volume-based analysis is a favorite tool among many traders, often touted as the key to unlocking the secrets of the market. Candlestick formations stacked on…
The Fastest Ways to Blow Up Your Trading Account: A Satirical Survival Guide
The Fastest Ways to Blow Up Your Trading Account: A Satirical Survival Guide Welcome to the exhilarating world of futures trading—where dreams of Lamborghinis and beachfront villas vanish faster than a micro contract on Fed announcement day. For those of you…