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See Carley in Technical Analyst Magazine! |
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Written by DeCarley Trading LLC
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Friday, 17 October 2008 06:04 |
Volatility Trading using the VIX The adage buy low and sell high was originally used in reference to price, but can also be applied to the practice of trading volatility. In fact, even as an option trader looking to trade market price as opposed to volatility, ignoring measures of potential explosiveness while entering or exiting a market could mean financial peril. While many traders, whether beginner or pro, understand the concept of buying options during times of low volatility and selling them during times of high volatility, emotions often lead a well planned strategy astray.
Unlike traders that are looking to profit from a directional move in price, volatility traders are more interested in the pace at which the market is moving than the direction. However, I argue that it is important to chart both price and volatility. Doing so provides trades with a better understanding of the 'big picture'. Want more? Pick up the October issue of Technical Analyst magazine! |
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Day Trading as seen in Pitnews Magazine |
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Written by DeCarley Trading LLC
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Monday, 13 October 2008 07:07 |
Day Trading - Risk Averse Need not Apply
Traders are often lured to into the futures markets with a fascination for day trading. The thought of trading leveraged contracts without overnight risk is appealing to many, but underestimated by most. As a retail broker I have had the pleasure, and the pain, of watching day traders attempt to profit through strategies ranging from scalping to "position" intra-day trading which spans several hours. My observations have led me to the conclusion that day trading is perhaps one of the most difficult strategies to successfully employ. However, for those that have the perseverance to dedicate themselves to the practice, contain the natural ability to eliminate emotions and have enough experience under their belt day trading may also be one of the most potentially lucrative forms of market speculation. Read more... Click below to download Carley's latest article: |
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Written by DeCarley Trading LLC
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Tuesday, 05 August 2008 06:00 |
"Futures for You" Monthly Stocks & Commodities Column You may recognize Carley Garner from her monthly column "Futures for You" featured in Technical Analysis of Stocks and Commodities. TASC is a popular and widely distrubuted trading magazine read by industry insiders and retail traders alike. Along with Carley's column, the magazine is extremely competitive in terms of content and we highly recommending adding this publication to your mix or research tools. Pick up your copy today! If you would like to have one of your questions answered by Carley in a future issue of Stocks and Commodities email info@carleygarnertrading.com or post questions at http://Message-Boards.Traders.com 
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"Some traders look to be the contrarians of the masses. If everyone else seems to be buying the option, it may be time to sell it."
The decision to trade online or through a full service broker will undoubtedly make a large impact on your bottom line. However, the impact may or may not be what you had in mind. If you aren’t ready to begin placing your orders online on your own, despite saving money on commission it may be the most costly mistake that you ever make. 
Deciding on a brokerage firm is a significant decision and shouldn’t be taken lightly. Before committing to a firm it is imperative that you research their services, experience, trading platforms and commission structure but more importantly whether your trading style and personality will be compatible. For example, a beginning trader shouldn’t look to a deep discount online brokerage firm simply because they likely won’t get the guidance that they will need as a novice. Similarly, a seasoned trader wouldn’t want to choose a firm that focuses on high-end service with a hefty price tag. 
