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Lifecycle of a GME Trader
You stumble upon a Reddit forum buzzing about Gamestop (GME) stock. Fuelled by memes, a desire to stick it to the hedge funds, and maybe a few late-night YouTube videos about the stock market, you decide to dive in.
You buy GME stock and direct register your shares to prevent Mr Mayo from shorting them. Ramen noodles become your primary food group, because every penny counts towards buying more GME shares.
Every waking moment is spent glued to your phone, watching the ticker like a hawk. Roaring Kitty tweets, and the apes erupt in a frenzy. Is it time for another moonshot?
Update on the gold to CPI ratio, that has been moving in wave-like fashion over time. The smaller ebbs and flows suggest that gold has tracked reported inflation closer in recent time. Could we be on the verge of a historic breakout in the ratio? Or could the ratio form another 'cup', with gold underperforming US inflation at the margin in the near future?
Summary
A Practitioner’s Guide to Reading VIX by Tim Edwards, PhD, and Hamish Preston offers a detailed examination of the VIX index, known as Wall Street’s "fear gauge." It explains how VIX levels are calculated from S&P 500 options and provides rules for interpreting these levels to predict future market volatility.Our verdict
This book is a valuable resource for traders and financial professionals who utilise VIX in their market analysis. It excels in breaking down the complexities of VIX and providing clear, actionable insights into its predictive capabilities. However, it doesn't cover trading strategies that revolve around the VIX.Cryptocurrency Basics: Blockchain, Bitcoin, and Betting on the Future
Justin Tantalo, 22 , 2021
Summary
Cryptocurrency Basics: Blockchain, Bitcoin, and Betting on the Future by Justin Tantalo is an introductory guide to Bitcoin and blockchain technology. It explains the origins of Bitcoin, the mechanics of blockchain transactions, and the role of miners. The book also covers digital scarcity, Bitcoin's potential and limitations as a form of money, valuation models, and the inclusion of crypto assets in investment portfolios.Our verdict
This book is ideal for traders seeking to understand the foundational aspects of Bitcoin and blockchain. It excels in explaining blockchain mechanics and Bitcoin's role in the financial system, providing useful insights for those considering crypto investments. The discussion on valuation models and portfolio inclusion offers practical information for traders looking to diversify with digital assets.