Pivot Points have been around for a while. In the old days, they were used by floor traders to determine a bias for the trading day and produce support and resistance levels, and according to legend,...
One thing that sets futures apart from stocks is that futures contracts have set expiration dates. Suppose you're planning to hold a position in the futures markets for an extended period. In that...
A common misconception among traders is that price gaps always get filled. While it’s true that they often do, there are also a great many that don’t. It’s not a written rule that price gaps need to...
Are elections a good time to look for trading opportunities? This year, we saw how unpredictable the markets could be during periods of uncertainty under extreme circumstances. Election cycles are...
Picture yourself in the kitchen slicing an avocado, then, all of a sudden, your dog lunges for the delightful berry and knocks the knife right out of your hand! What do you suppose your instinctive...
Following up on our conversation from a few weeks ago on the importance of having a daily routine, the Topstep coaches are back to give you some insight into their morning market checklists and how...
One of the first lessons most traders learn is also one of the most difficult to put into practice. The “trend is indeed your friend,” but there’s no guarantee that you’re going to make money when...
It’s no secret that the most successful traders are the ones that commit to it full-time. They’re present when the markets are active and they take the time to study and understand the rules of the...
The CME Group is making some changes to price limits in the equity index futures markets. In a move that we are assuming is a proactive measure to protect against an anticipated boost in volatility...
Ultimately, the main purpose for all of us being here is to make money, so it's important to have a plan in place to pay yourself. This week, the Topstep coaches share their best formulas for proper...
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