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Effective Volume Candlestick Trading Techniques: A Comprehensive Guide [Updated May 2026]

John McDowell : May 6, 2026

Volume is often considered the second most important data piece on a trading chart, right behind price. However, the truth is that they go hand in...

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

John McDowell : May 3, 2026

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

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Stars, Dojis, and Abandoned Babies — Powerful Reversal Strategies [Updated April 2026]

Al Hill : April 23, 2026

Candlestick patterns can have some crazy names sometimes. Stars, dojis, and abandoned babies? The Japanese were fond of naming candlestick patterns...

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The Beginner's Guide to Day Trading [Updated April 2026]

John McDowell : April 22, 2026

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How to Find the Best Stocks for Day Trading: 5-Filter Watch List [Updated April 2026]

Al Hill : April 20, 2026

Half the battle in day trading is actually being able to pick the best stocks for day trading. Unlike swing trading or long-term investing, you want...

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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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The Short Seller Restriction Rule (SSR) Explained for Day Trading [Updated April 2026]

John McDowell : April 18, 2026

What is short sale restriction?

Short sale restriction (SSR) is an interesting trading rule that was established in 2010 and is not always popular...