What Prop Firms Actually Care About (And What They Don’t)

There are a lot of misconceptions about how prop firms judge trader performance. Most traders assume that firms are watching win rates, fancy metrics, or complex indicators. The truth is far simpler, and far more important for long-term success. If you haven’t read my article on why blown accounts don’t make you a bad trader, … Read more

Why Forex Factory’s Delay Can Cost You News Trades

Forex Factory is one of the most popular economic calendars used by retail traders. It’s simple. It’s accessible. And it’s widely discussed in trading communities. But when it comes to actual news trading execution, there is a serious limitation many traders overlook. The Core Problem: Retail Data Delay In high-impact news trading, seconds matter. While … Read more

Why Trading the News Is Not Gambling (And Why Most Retail Traders Get It Wrong)

Many traders believe that trading the news is pure gambling. Price spikes, volatility explodes, and spreads widen — it looks chaotic. But that assumption is often wrong. Trading the news — when done properly — is not random betting. It is understanding why the market moves and positioning yourself with context instead of guessing. The … Read more