Author: Paul Scolardi

When it comes to the stock market and short selling , there’s a fundamental strategy that most traders think of: buy low, sell high.

But that’s not your only option when approaching the markets. You can do just the opposite — buy high and sell low.

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If you want to keep track of trading opportunities, you definitely need to stay on top of the news.

Certain news stories have the potential to be catalysts. That means they can cause stock price movements that savvy traders can learn to spot early on … if they’re vigilant.

News catalysts should be a fundamental part of your stock research. They can help you spot rising trends and trend reversals. It’s one more aid to help your trading choices.

Some common catalysts should be on every trader’s radar. Earnings reports, product releases, new contracts, and big-name new investors … that’s just the short list of news worth tracking.

So how do you trade on a catalyst? First, educate yourself.

Here’s your quick primer on news catalysts: what to watch for, critical considerations, and how the news can help you decide if a stock is worth your time — and money.

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Swing Trading

Thanks to the internet and a wealth of online platforms, trading is accessible to the masses. Many people are enticed by the potential for speedy gains but fear they don’t have the skills or knowledge to be successful.

Often, when people think of trading at home, day trading is the first thing that comes to mind. However, the day trader approach is incredibly intense, and some beginning investors may shy away from it.

Additionally, day trading isn’t always right for experienced traders. Unless you have a lot of time to dedicate to trading, ensuring you can take advantage of quick price movements is difficult, to say the least.

However, longer-term approaches often lack a level of involvement. Whether it’s maintaining a buy-and-hold methodology or even participating in trend trading, the method isn’t particularly active. In fact, it’s easy to become distracted along the way, leading to missed opportunities.

If day trading sounds too involved, but the idea of using a long-term buy-and-hold strategy leaves you uninspired, you may be worried that there isn’t an effective trading strategy for you. However, it is possible to find a happy medium, often by embracing swing trading.

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