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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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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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Day Trading vs Swing Trading: Which Strategy Suits You Best? [Updated September 2026]

Al Hill : September 9, 2026
Last Updated: October 9, 2026

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6 Reliable Bullish Candlestick Pattern [Updated September 2026]

John McDowell : September 7, 2026

A proper education in price action wouldn’t be complete without understanding when, how, and where to go long on a stock. Especially using bullish ...

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Margin Account vs. Cash Account: Which is better for traders? [Updated May 2026]

Ella Vincent : September 4, 2026

Traders have two main options for their accounts: margin vs. cash. When deciding to choose a margin account vs. cash account, there are many factors ...

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How to Find the Most Active Stocks to Day Trade + Free Video Tutorials! [Updated August 2026]

Al Hill : August 31, 2026

Editor's note, updated August 2026: this guide was originally written in 2022. The seven methods below still hold, but several of the third-party ...