John McDowell

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Gamma Squeeze Explained: Options, Dealers & The Feedback Loop [Updated April 2026]

John McDowell : April 20, 2026

What is a gamma squeeze?

By now we’ve all heard about what a short squeeze is and how they happen in the stock market. If we take a short squeeze one...

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Harmonic Patterns in Stock Trading: Gartley, Bat, Butterfly & Crab [Updated April 2026]

John McDowell : April 20, 2026

What are harmonic patterns in stock trading?

Harmonic patterns are used in technical analysis that traders use to find trend reversals. By using...

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Micro Futures Trading: A Beginner Guide to MES, MNQ & MCL [Updated April 2026]

John McDowell : April 19, 2026

Micro futures have evolved out of the bigger landscape of futures trading as an instrument that allows traders of all experience levels to...

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Candlestick Patterns Explained: Bullish & Bearish Setups [Updated April 2026]

John McDowell : April 19, 2026

Trading without candlestick patterns is a lot like flying in the night with no visibility. Sure, it is doable, but it requires special training...

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The 3 Bar Play Pattern: Entry, Stop & Target Rules [Updated April 2026]

John McDowell : April 19, 2026

The 3 Bar Play is the natural progression to the strategies we’ve discussed lately regarding the market open. It’s a great addition to the 1...

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Mastering Stock Trading: Best Platforms, Simulators, and Strategies for Beginners [Updated April 2026]

John McDowell : April 18, 2026

Stock trading can be a rewarding and profitable activity, but staying profitable can be challenging. Just like any other profession, stock trading...

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Mastering Market Algorithms: The Comprehensive Guide to Quantitative Trading [Updated April 2026]

John McDowell : April 18, 2026

Dive into the heart of Quantitative Trading and unveil how leveraging algorithms, statistical analysis, and automated trading systems can...