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Should you increase your lot sizes for higher probability trades? Let’s code a dynamic position sizing scheme to capture more outsized wins!
Pivot Points: A Reliable Support & Resistance Indicator
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Can Partial Profit Taking Benefit Trend Followers?
Partial profit taking is a dilemma often faced by long-term trend followers. Could this benefit your overall strategy performance?
Let’s test!
Using Maximum Adverse Excursion for Stop Loss Placement
A catastrophic stop loss is a vital risk management tool for many traders. Here I’ll show you how to optimize your stop loss distance using maximum adverse excursion.

Hey there, Wayne here! I’m on a mission to develop robust algorithmic trading strategies for the forex markets. Trading Tact is where I share my trading methods and insights.