SI120: Deep dive into my own Trend Following Model

Published: Jan. 2, 2021, 1:42 p.m.

In today\u2019s special episode, I go deep into how to design a robust and profitable Trend Following program.  I also cover topics such as why having an opinion on any of your trading positions can be a bad idea, how Trend Following returns can vary massively with just a slight shift in portfolio weightings, the benefits of having a unique approach to the markets, and why longer-term trading may be more profitable than short-term trading.

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Episode TimeStamps:

0:00 \u2013 Intro

1:37 \u2013 A thank-you to our hosts, previous guests, production team, and all listeners of the show

3:35 \u2013 2020 Macro recap from Niels

6:51 \u2013 How to think about trading and system development

31:59 \u2013 Performance recap

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PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways I can help you in your investment Journey:

1. eBooks that cover key topics that you need to know about

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2. Daily Trend Barometer and Market Score

One of the things I\u2019m really proud of, is the fact that I have managed to published the Trend Barometer and Market Score each day for more than a decade...as these tools are really good at describing the environment for trend following managers as well as giving insights into the general positioning of a...