By Rishikesh Mahadevan Imagine you have to backtest a strategy on 50 stocks and for that you have to download price data of 50 stocks. But traditionally you have to download ticker by ticker. This sequential download process can be painfully slow, especially when each API call requires waiting for external servers to respond. What … Read more
At certain times, certain brokers have blocked the trading and investment of certain stocks and ETFs of certain types of accounts based on government regulations or the particular bank’s risk policies. Contents The types of accounts in which these restrictions have been placed are usually more conservative retirement accounts (such as IRA accounts) with lower … Read more
The seven darling companies that some investors and funds like to invest in are known collectively as the “Magnificent Seven.” There is even an ETF with the ticker symbol MAGS that has concentrated exposure to these seven companies. Contents The Magnificent Seven stocks are listed below in order of market capitalization: AAPL – Apple ($3.2 … Read more
By Terry Ashton, updated February 24, 2025 Defensive stocks provide investors a reliable investment strategy by offering consistent returns during economic instability. Defensive stocks come from sectors like utilities, healthcare, and consumer staples, providing investors with refuge against risks associated with unstable markets. Understanding why defensive stocks form such an essential element can assist investors … Read more
Technical analysis is a method used to evaluate and predict the future price movements of financial assets, like stocks, commodities, and currencies, by analyzing past market data, primarily price and volume. Unlike fundamental analysis, which focuses on a company’s financials and market activities, technical analysis seeks to identify patterns and trends in the trading activity. … Read more
By Terry Ashton, updated December 20, 2024 Blue-chip stocks offer stability, making them ideal for covered call traders. These reliable giants combine steady growth with the potential for additional income, creating a balanced strategy for risk-conscious investors. Are blue-chip stocks truly a safe haven for covered call traders? official website which connects you to professionals … Read more
If you want to be a winning trader, you should never short-sell stocks EVER! I know shorting seems very lucrative as stocks go up slowly, but it takes a split second to plunge; that is why shorting is an art, and timing is everything (unfortunately timing often is random). People tend to short stocks for … Read more