TradeSmith Daily

July 2021

The Most Important Letter in Finance

July 1, 2021TradeSmith Editorial Staff

Pop quiz. Who is the most underrated name in the history of finance? Let me make a case for someone you have probably never heard of: Joseph Piotroski. He invented one of the best money-making strategies of all time.

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June 2021

How to Detect a Market Crash

June 30, 2021TradeSmith Editorial Staff

Advancements in finance and technology have made it easier for ordinary investors to detect an imminent market crash. Today, we're looking at four different factors you can use to determine when the next market crash may occur.

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Better Than Google? History Says This Stock Is Exactly That

June 29, 2021TradeSmith Editorial Staff

In July 2004, one of the world’s most innovative companies completed its initial public offering (IPO). In fact, this company transformed the way that people buy products. It wasn't Google, but it probably changed your life. You just might not know it yet.

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Don’t Let Modern-Day Pirates Pilfer Your Hard-Earned Cash

June 25, 2021TradeSmith Editorial Staff

The Economist has called Gregor MacGregor one of the greatest “confidence” men of all time. His name runs alongside Bernie Madoff and Frank Abagnale (made famous from the movie “Catch Me If You Can.”) Think you’re immune to such a con? It turns out that there are plenty of Gregor MacGregors out there.

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Five Bear Market Rules You Need to Know Now (Before One Strikes)

June 23, 2021TradeSmith Editorial Staff

Historically, the average bear market for the S&P 500 lasts a little less than 13 months and occurs about every six years. But the ensuing rally to record highs over the past 15 months has put many investors on edge. Conditions appear ripe for another bear market.

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Don’t Take the Money and Run. Consider This Instead.

June 21, 2021TradeSmith Editorial Staff

There’s another option you should consider when you get a dividend payout. It’s a process known as “dividend reinvestment.” I'll explain what it is, how it works, and help you decide if it’s the right strategy for you.

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The Chinese-U.S. Tech Cold War Could Make This a Buy

June 18, 2021TradeSmith Editorial Staff

One of the most important stories I've been following centers around China. While COVID has been the major theme for more than a year, there's another underlying current that could shock the markets very soon.

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