Markets & Equities
Equity indices, earnings, positioning and market structure.
Process Over Profits
Most new traders start their journey with the same dream. They open their first account, see the flashing charts, and imagine making quick money. But here lies the…
Market's Next Move: Breaking the Consensus Playbook
Markets have an uncanny ability to fool the largest number of people at the most important moments. As we enter the final stretch of the year, the general consensus…
Bull Market vs. Bear Market Rally
In financial markets, few topics create as much confusion among investors as the difference between a genuine bull market and a bear market bounce. Both can see…
How to Evaluate a Stock?
Navigating the stock market in today's volatile environment requires a clear strategy to separate the winners from the overpriced traps. With markets facing…
Truth About Trading: Debunking the Myth
Trading often conjures images of a savvy individual hunched over screens, deciphering charts or economic data to predict the market's next move with uncanny…
Understanding Market Cycles
Markets are more than numbers—they're a reflection of human emotion, swinging between hope and despair as prices rise and fall. In 2025, with the S&P 500 in the…
The Market's Tendency to Surprise
Markets are rarely what they seem. Just when you think you've got them figured out, they pivot—defying logic, sentiment, and even the most seasoned predictions. As…
The Return of Value Investing: Is 2025 the Year of the Underdog?
For years, growth stocks—think tech giants and flashy disruptors—have dominated the headlines and portfolios, leaving value investing in the dust. High-flying names…
The Mental Game of Trading: Mastering Your Mind in the Markets
Trading isn't just about numbers, charts, or economic data—it's a battle waged in the mind. The financial markets are a proving ground where discipline, resilience…
Bear Markets: Navigating the Downturns That Shape Opportunity
Markets rise, markets fall—it's the heartbeat of the financial world. Yet few words strike as much unease into investors as "bear market." As we sit in March 2025…
China's Market Reset: A Long-Term Opportunity?
The Chinese stock market has been on a downturn, with ongoing economic challenges causing investors to shy away. With China experiencing a recession, stock prices…
Mastering Confirmation Signals
In the dynamic world of financial markets, where prices move rapidly and unpredictably, traders often face the challenge of distinguishing genuine market movements…
Year-End Rally
As the calendar approaches year-end, conversations among investors and traders often turn to the "Santa Rally"—a supposed phenomenon where stock markets experience…
The Trump Victory
The results are in: Donald Trump has been elected the 47th President of the United States, marking a new era in American politics. The announcement triggered one of…
Benjamin Graham – The Father of Value Investing
When it comes to investing, few names hold as much weight as Benjamin Graham, often regarded as the "father of value investing." Graham's contributions to finance…
Understanding Market Cycles
Market cycles represent periods between market peaks or troughs across all asset classes. The piece outlines four fundamental phases: "Accumulation, Mark-Up…
U.S. Election 2024: The Potential Impact on Financial Markets
With the U.S. presidential election just around the corner, traders and investors are keeping a close eye on how the results could shape the future of financial…
Own Your Trades
Hello, everyone! Lukas here with another episode of Elevate, where we continue our journey to becoming better, more disciplined traders. Today, we're diving into a…
Investing vs. Trading | Elevate
Investing and trading are two fundamental approaches to participating in financial markets. While they may seem similar, they cater to different mindsets and…
Nvidia Earnings: Boom or Bust? | Elevate
Hello, Traders & Investors! Diving into the most exciting and critical event this week - Nvidia's earnings report. As one of the key players in the tech world…
Decoding Insider Selling | Elevate
Hello, everyone! Diving deep into a trend that's catching many an investor's eye: a significant uptick in insider selling. With the help of the accompanying chart…
Lift your anchors...
In the complex world of investing, psychological factors play a crucial role in decision-making processes. One such factor is the cognitive bias known as…
Semiconductors Due for a Major Pullback?
In recent months, semiconductor stocks have experienced an unprecedented rally. Leading the pack, NVIDIA Corp. (NVDA) has seen its stock price soar by an…