Knowledge Centre

Does trend following work on stocks?

As a globally renowned trend follower for over 35 years, I am often asked if trend following works on stocks. The answer is an unequivocal yes. Despite some analysts and traders labelling trend following as outdated or unreliable. The fact is that it can be incredibly effective when applied to the stock market. The reason […]

How to be profitable using algorithmic trading

Can algorithmic trading be profitable?

Can algorithmic trading can be profitable. The answer is yes, but with caveats. Algorithmic trading, also known as automated or quantitative trading, involves the use of computer programs to execute trades based on predetermined rules and algorithms. It is a popular approach among traders looking to take emotions out of the equation. Profits can be […]

What is systematic trading?

Nick Radge was recently asked “what is systematic trading?” Systematic trading has gained significant popularity in recent years and for good reason; it can be a simple way to trade that removes the emotion from trading. As a seasoned trader and author of several trading books, Nick is often approached by traders seeking to improve […]

Best Market Conditions To Invest?

It’s no secret that I’m going through a drawdown at the moment. It’s not the first and I’m sure it won’t be the last. The more important question is why? After all, if you can’t answer the why, you’ll find it very uncomfortable to continue with the process. In my case its obvious and why […]

Exchange Traded Funds

Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) have been very popular in the US for many years and are growing at an exponential rate here in Australia. There are many reasons why; limited exposure to individual company risk, extremely low fees and wide array of offerings allowing exposure to indices, interest rates, commodities and even real estate. One […]

Harbourside Multi Strategy – February 2023 Update

Harbourside Multi Strategy – February 2023 Update Snapshot The managed account portfolio returned +1.06% for February vs the benchmark return of -2.40%. It moved to a 100% fully invested position at the start of February and will remain that way during March. Portfolio Positioning After a cracking start to 2023 indices reversed through February with […]

Multi-Strategy Testing

Last week we announced our move across to new strategy development software RealTest. This is a big deal for us, manly because it’s been 17-years since we had a move to a new platform, and secondly, and most importantly, we’re excited about the prospects that RealTest offers our own trading, and that of our clients. […]

Grow Your Trading Account

There are many different ways to grow your trading account. Using a linear method such as Fixed Fractional position sizing will do it, albeit slowly and surely. I have written about these before HERE and HERE Growing your account also means taking on more risk, and more risk means exposing yourself to a higher drawdown. Drawdowns […]

Looking back on 2022 and towards 2023

Nick Radge reviews the charts for 2022. What was that all about and what can we expect for the year ahead?

Your 2023 Trading Plan

2023 is here and the new year brings with it the promise of new opportunities. Whether you are a novice or an experienced trader. Now is the perfect time to look back on the lessons learned from 2022 and develop strategies for a successful trading year ahead. It is important to remember that trading involves […]