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What Is a Block Trade?

John McDowell : June 21, 2022
Last Updated: March 19, 2024

A block trade is a large-sized stock order that takes place outside of the publicly traded stock market. By the definition of the NYSE and NASDAQ...

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What Is Quadruple Witching Day in the Stock Market?

John McDowell : May 26, 2022
Last Updated: March 5, 2024

If you are under the impression that every trading session is the same, then we are sorry to say this, but you are sorely mistaken. There are certain...

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Days to Cover Explanation & What It Means for Short Squeezes

Al Hill : January 7, 2022
Last Updated: December 2, 2023

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Averaging Down Can Lead To Huge Losses

Al Hill : June 21, 2021
Last Updated: October 8, 2023

Averaging down is the popular way to describe buying more of a position as a stock goes down. It’s akin to seeing something you think is valuable in...

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The Backside of a Trade: When to Go Short

John McDowell : June 15, 2021
Last Updated: December 3, 2023

As day traders, the biggest dilemma we will ever face is our own errors. That is, knowing what not to do, and yet still doing it. Lack of...

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Candlestick Patterns Explained [Plus Free Cheat Sheet]

John McDowell : June 4, 2021
Last Updated: October 27, 2024

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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10 Steps to Create a Successful Trading Strategy

Ella Vincent : April 25, 2020
Last Updated: October 9, 2023

Everybody wants to be a successful trader. While there are many strategies to become a successful trader, there are 10 pivotal ways that traders can...