Forex Charts Forex charts are the bedrock of technical analysis. Technical indicators are usually added to forex charts as a way of making sense out of the candlesticks and bars that define price movements. The sole aim of technical analysis is to be able to use the information on the charts to be able to […]
Understanding Implied Volatility
June 13, 2012 by 1 Comment
Option Prices and Implied Volatility Understanding implied volatility in option prices is a key factor in profitable options trading. According to Investopedia- Implied Volatility is: The estimated volatility of a security’s price. In general, implied volatility increases when the market is bearish and decreases when the market is bullish. This is due to the common belief […]
Forex Trading Software
June 12, 2012 by 3 Comments
Trading Forex Many investors in recent years have decided to branch out and venture into the foreign exchange market as a way to diversify their investment strategies, and bring in extra profits. If you’ve been thinking about investing in the Forex market, there are several concepts that you have to understand before you can have […]
Patience Can Be Rewarding
June 4, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The 80/20 Trade Rule: “Pounce Like a Cat” Patience Can Be Rewarding Copy the tiger when stalking and capturing a “pounce-ready” trade. Tigers know the prey they covet is elusive: they show great patience and care when stalking the target. I came across this description of the tiger’s technique: “When hunting, this cat…may take twenty […]
How Do I Start Investing in Stocks?
May 31, 2012 by 3 Comments
Investing in Stocks These days, many people set aside a portion of their money to invest in the stock market. This can result in a large payoff in the long run, as long as you are aware of the pitfalls and the best ways to invest. However, if you are new to the stock market and just looking to begin investing […]
Fixed Annuities vs. Permanent Life Insurance
May 28, 2012 by 5 Comments
Fixed Annuities vs. Permanent Life Insurance – Which is better? The short answer is that neither is better, both serve unique purposes in your overall investment scheme and both may be necessary. An annuity is an insurance product that pays out income and is usually used as a part of your retirement strategy. If you are looking for […]
Investing for Retirement
May 17, 2012 by 2 Comments
Investing for Retirement One of the biggest worries about retiring is the question of how to fund your living expenses for the duration of your retirement period. Most people do the basic thing which is to invest in a pension plan through their employer. If you don’t already have a workplace pension in place and are over a […]
