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How Many Trading Days Are There in 2026?

Most traders set yearly goals without knowing how many real chances they’ll get. 2026 has 251 U.S. stock market sessions—and the distribution isn’t even. This guide breaks down trading days by month, shows every full holiday and early close, and explains how short weeks and thin liquidity can change your edge, your pace, and your risk decisions.

Trading EducationNikolas5 min read

What Is a Trading Algorithm?

This article explains trading algorithms—automated programs that use data and predefined logic to execute trades at speeds impossible for humans. You will learn how these systems remove emotional bias, the different strategies they use, and how to safely build and test your own automated setup.

Trading EducationMauricio Diaz13 min read

What Is Quantitative Easing?

When economies face severe stress and interest rates can’t go any lower, central banks turn to more unconventional tools. One of the most important is quantitative easing, a policy that has reshaped global financial markets since the 2008 crisis and continues to influence investing, inflation and growth today. This article breaks down what quantitative easing is, how it works and why it still matters in 2025.

Trading EducationAlexandre Raider13 min read

What Is a Trading Signal?

Trading signals help traders decide when to buy or sell by turning market data into clear alerts. This article explains what trading signals are, how they work and how traders use them in 2025.

Trading EducationAlexandre Raider9 min read

Trading Psychology and Mistakes Beginners Make

Trading success is driven as much by mindset as by strategy. This article explores trading psychology and the most common mistakes beginners make, explaining how emotions like fear and greed can affect decisions and how to build better discipline.

Trading EducationMauricio Diaz9 min read

How to Set Up a Trading Bot

A trading bot is software that automates your trading strategy by following predefined rules for entries, exits, and risk management. This guide explains how trading bots work, the main types, what you need before using one, and a clear step-by-step process to set up, test, and safely deploy your own bot.

Trading EducationMauricio Diaz10 min read