Posts Tagged ‘stock market’
Celebrating Back to School Season by Going Back to Basics in Trading
By Katie Gomez As the summer winds down and the crisp air of autumn approaches, the back-to-school season brings a sense of renewal and fresh starts. The telltale sign fall is near is when we start to see those commercials for back-to-school shopping popping back up on our screens. Back to school is already around…
Read MoreCelebrate Book Lovers Day: 3 Books Every Stock Trader Should Read This Summer
By: Katie Gomez Have you been doing your summer reading? We all dreaded hearing this phrase as children on summer break, and as adults, most of us haven’t outgrown the habit of avoiding extra “work” once we graduate or clock out. Like kids, we use our spare time to relax, unwind, and numb out instead of bettering…
Read MoreCompanies Filling IPOs in Summer 2024
The summer of 2024 is bustling with initial public offerings (IPOs), where new companies are entering the market. From technology firms to health tech, diverse companies have filed for IPOs, aiming to raise substantial capital by listing publicly. Let’s begin the overview of the companies filing IPOs in July and August and listing this summer…
Read MoreNavigating the Summer Doldrums: How to Overcome Slowdowns and Stay Productive
By: Katie Gomez The summer doldrums, also known as the summer blues or seasonal slump, refer to a period of listlessness, low energy, and decreased productivity that many people experience during the hottest months of the year. This phenomenon typically occurs in July and August when high temperatures and humidity can leave individuals feeling sluggish…
Read MoreThe Psychology of Paper Trading vs. Real Trading
Have you ever dreamt of making huge profits in the real market? If yes, then it’s essential to understand the world of trading can be both thrilling and competitive. The psychology of a trader plays a crucial role in achieving success. While paper trading offers a safe space to experiment and backtest your strategies, real…
Read MoreBeat the Market Heat: Strategies for Keeping a Cool Head in a Sizzling Stock Market
By: Katie Gomez Just as it can be tempting to play hooky and go to the beach during a heat wave, it’s just as tempting to throw caution to the wind during a hot market period. In these moments of market euphoria, maintaining a level head is not just advisable—it’s crucial for long-term success. While…
Read MoreRock your Stocks off: How National Rock and Roll Day Echoes Stock Market Rhythms and Investment Strategies
By: Katie Gomez While many Americans focus on celebrating Independence Day in July, there’s another lesser-known observance that closely follows our nation’s birthday on July 7th: National Rock and Roll Day. This day commemorates the revolutionary music genre that has shaped cultural landscapes since the 1950s. While rock and roll might seem worlds apart from…
Read MoreMirror, Mirror on the Wall: How Self-Compassion Boosts Trading Success & Happiness
By: Katie Gomez While the invention of unique national holidays has taken over our calendars in the last decade, I just recently heard of National Compliment Your Mirror Day July 3rd. However, I thought it would be an excellent opportunity to remind you as traders/investors to have compassion for yourselves, that failures are temporary, and…
Read More“I’m Not Ready” – The Phrase That’s Holding Traders Back (And How to Overcome It)
By: Katie Gomez Life favors the bold, and so does the stock market; it rewards those who act now rather than waiting until they are ready. As a trader, the most successful trades you make are based on split-second decisions, not trades you were mulling and pondering for months beforehand. “I’m not ready” is a…
Read MoreIs Timing Everything? Exploring the Role of Timing in Successful Trades
By: Katie Gomez “Timing is everything,” a saying that everyone has heard, but no one likes to hear, especially investors. Although it often requires hindsight to decode, timing is always a factor in relationships, career paths, and successful trading portfolios. While many different tools make a successful trader, the amount of luck and timing play…
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