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Understanding Stock Float and Its Impact on Stock Price [Updated September 2026]

Al Hill : September 14, 2026

Stock float is one of the most important metrics that can influence the price of a security. While it can be a confusing term to understand as a ...

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What Is Alpha in Trading? [Updated September 2026]

John McDowell : September 14, 2026

Key Takeaways Alpha measures the excess return a trader, strategy, or portfolio earns above (or below) a benchmark such as the S&P 500. (As of ...

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Pink Sheets - Introduction to Pink Sheets and Why They Exist [Updated September 2026]

Al Hill : September 14, 2026

Pink sheets might remind you of a piece of pink paper used for taking notes or memos.

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Best Strategies to Use with the 200-Day Simple Moving Average [Updated September 2026]

Al Hill : September 14, 2026

Key Takeaways The 200-day SMA averages the last 200 closing prices and is the most widely watched long-term trend line in equities. The basic rule is ...

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How Many Monitors Do I Need for Day Trading? [Updated September 2026]

Al Hill : September 14, 2026

Key Takeaways One monitor is enough to day trade profitably. Most traders add screens to feel busy, not because the extra screen improves a decision. ...

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Passing a Futures Evaluation: A 30-Day Replay Plan

Al Hill : September 14, 2026

I have already written about why you should rebuild a prop firm evaluation inside a simulator before you pay for one. The question I kept getting ...

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7 Best Futures Trading Books [Updated September 2026]

Al Hill : September 10, 2026