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Got a burning question? Can't work something out? Confused about what instrument to trade or something strange that's happened on a particular trade? Ask The Trader!
Our Ask The Trader section gives you access to TIC members who are Active Traders and are willing to share their experience and help. Any successful trader's had a load of questions as they learn the ropes and no matter how experienced you are there are always new situations and new questions.
We'd like to encourage anyone to throw a question out there. But of course a similar question may have been answered already, so have a look below to see what questions and answers have already been addressed.
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Latest Questions
Where could I find more infos about GMMA strategy, except of Kevins video? Thank You.
Sun, 11/08/2013 - 12:36
I would like to start with this strategy for long term trading daily candles.
Is there a forum or detailed description of this technique? Is anybody actively using this strategy? Thank You very much for answers.
Use of GMMA
Most of the research I have been able to find using the GMMA is dated. Does anyone still use the GMMA bands, especially for ES and Euro day trading? If so, can you direct me to a link? Thanks!
Is It Really Possible To Outperform The Stock Market?
I enjoyed Kevin's talk at the Money Show in November last year - it was clear and precise. It was obvious Barry knew a lot about his topic and I went away excited that it was possible to outperform the stock market.
So recently, I started to follow his example; the FTSE has been rising this year so step 1 is easy!
Back Testing Process- Discretionary vs Systematic
Dear all,
I've been in touch with Kevin and emailed the following (below) to him. Kevin kindly asked me to post it on this page as others may be interested too. I would appreciate your input.
"Hello Kevin,
Been a while. How are you keeping?
Is It Really Possible To Turn £500 Into £4000 In Six Months Trading Forex?
I am a new trader trying understand how the market works. I have read several books and attended some free trading seminars but I still feel that I have some gaps in my knowledge. I don't have very much money to start trading with so I don't want to rush into the market until I feel that I have a chance of making the right decisions.
Is it really possible to work full time and make money trading your own account?
Happy New Year Traders
I am in a dilemma at the moment and could really do with some external thoughts/guidance as I've thought myself around in circles on this one.
Background:
For those of you who don't know me, I trade my own account intra day and have been doing so for approx 5 years.
Are VIXS and VXX really low-risk Volatility plays?
Hello All
I would like to start a discussion on the virtues and pitfalls of going long the VIX index via either VIXS (London Stock Exchange) or VXX (New York Stock Exchange). I am interested in any experience anyone has had trading these ETFs.
The following article is a good reference:
What is the best platform to backtest - free historical FX data?
It seems every platform has its own language to create formulas and conditions to backtest. I am willing to learn a new skill but where should I start?
Does the DEMO version of MT4 allow backtesting?
Which platform offers both enough historical data and backtesting capabilities?
I spent the whole day with the free version of ninja trader...just to discover they don't have enough free historical data...I have to subscribe (pay) esignal or similars...
Any input would be much appreciated.
Victoria
What's the best charting platform to get started with?
Should I think about buying software or use one of the free versions available from brokers?
Should I Spreadbet or Trade Direct?
I was wondering what the best way to trade is - spreadbetting or trading direct.