Why Backtest?
Why Backtest? I’ve been getting a lot of emails and comments about backtesting (thank you) – but one of them set me back on my heels (thanks Michael! :)). It was simply:
Snake Oil
Snake Oil Strategies. I have been getting a lot of queries about alternative strategies and backtesting – which is good, and keeps me on my toes. I try to check out all the strategies that are suggested. The main complaint is: Why Not Get Out Sooner? Most suggestions involve getting out sooner in a downturn […]
The MACD
The MACD – An Anachronism? The MACD is one of the three technical indicators most commonly used by traders, and used in many different ways. According to Chat GPT: MACD is a versatile indicator that provides insights into trend direction, momentum, and potential entry and exit points in trading. In other words, the MACD seems […]
Riding the Market
Riding The market We all ride the same market – but we have very different results. Research shows that between 70% and 90% of traders lose money – you have to wonder: why do we do it? In his book, Best Loser Wins, Tom Hougaard, has some fascinating statistics. He cites a study of 25,000 […]
Liquidity and Open Interest
Do Liquidity and Open Interest Matter? How can I be sure that I can sell my DITM options? Can you show me some proof that you’ve done that? What if I’m stuck with them? What if no-one will buy them? I’ve been getting a lot of questions like this recently. It’s understandable; the market has been […]
