John McDowell

John McDowell

Trading Educator & Content Contributor

John McDowell is the Lead Content Strategist at TradingSim. His journey into day trading began in 2016 after conversations with a retired hedge fund manager. John is passionate about teaching and educating traders, curating content that helps others succeed in the stock market.

john@tradingsim.com

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Hard To Borrow Stocks and Short Locates Explained [Updated May 2026]

Hard-to-borrow stocks and short locates are terms used by active traders who are looking to short stocks which don't have readily available shares to...

Hard To Borrow Stocks and Short Locates Explained [Updated May 2026]

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Mastering the Art of Shorting the VIX: Strategies for Volatility Trading [Updated May 2026]

Uncover the intricacies of shorting the VIX in our detailed guide. Learn effective strategies for betting against market volatility, understand the...

Mastering the Art of Shorting the VIX: Strategies for Volatility Trading [Updated May 2026]

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Inverse Head and Shoulders Pattern Explained [Updated May 2026]

One of the most recognizable trading patterns in the world is the head and shoulders pattern. However, this pattern is mostly associated with...

Inverse Head and Shoulders Pattern Explained [Updated May 2026]

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Relative Volume (RVOL): How To Use It For Day Trading [Updated May 2026]

Relative volume for day trading explained

Relative volume is one of the most important indicators for day traders. It can help you determine when a...

Relative Volume (RVOL): How To Use It For Day Trading [Updated May 2026]
20 Moving Average Pullback Strategy | TradingSim

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20 Moving Average Pullback Strategy: Rules & Practice [Updated April 2026]

The 20 moving average is an extremely popular indicator in the world of trading. It’s use is ubiquitous no matter the time frame or the type of...

20 Moving Average Pullback Strategy: Rules & Practice [Updated April 2026]

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Exponential Moving Average Guide for Beginners [Updated April 2026]

When starting out in trading, there are a barrage of indicators thrown at you, all with promising strategies tied to them. The exponential moving...

Exponential Moving Average Guide for Beginners [Updated April 2026]