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Knowledge Hub

Comprehensive Financial Markets, Stock Exchanges, Instruments, and Economic Indicators List and Glossary

Financial Markets

Financial Markets Knowledge Hub

  • Equity Markets (Stock Markets): Where shares of publicly traded companies are bought and sold (e.g., NYSE, NASDAQ, Tokyo Stock Exchange).

  • Bond Markets: Where debt instruments issued by governments and corporations are traded (e.g., US Treasury Market, European Bond Market).

  • Derivatives Markets: Where contracts derived from underlying assets are traded (e.g., Futures Market, Options Market).

  • Foreign Exchange (Forex) Market: Where currencies are traded (e.g., EUR/USD, USD/JPY).

  • Money Market: Where short-term debt instruments are traded (e.g., Treasury bills, commercial paper).

  • Cryptocurrency Market: Where digital currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum are traded.

Stock Exchanges

  • National Exchanges: Within a specific country (e.g., NYSE, NASDAQ, BSE, TSE).

  • Regional Exchanges: Serve multiple countries in a region (e.g., SIX Swiss Exchange, Euronext).

  • International Exchanges: Global reach (e.g., London Stock Exchange Group).

  • Dark Pools: Private exchanges for large block trades not displayed publicly.

Financial Instruments

  • Equities (Stocks): Ownership shares in a company.

  • Bonds: IOUs issued by governments and companies, offering fixed interest payments.

  • Futures Contracts: Agreements to buy or sell an asset at a set price on a future date.

  • Options Contracts: Give the right (but not obligation) to buy or sell an asset at a set price by a certain date.

  • Mutual Funds: Pooled investments in various assets managed by professionals.

  • Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs): Trackable baskets of assets traded like stocks.

  • Commodities: Physical goods like oil, gold, and wheat traded on designated exchanges.

  • Derivatives (Swaps, CDS): More complex contracts used for hedging or speculation.

Economic Indicators

  • Gross Domestic Product (GDP): Total value of goods and services produced in an economy.

  • Consumer Price Index (CPI): Measures inflation by tracking price changes of a basket of goods.

  • Unemployment Rate: Percentage of the workforce actively seeking jobs.

  • Interest Rates: Cost of borrowing money, set by central banks.

  • Balance of Trade: Difference between a country's imports and exports.

  • Purchasing Power Parity (PPP): Compares the cost of living between different countries.

  • Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI): A measure of manufacturing activity.

  • Retail Sales: Measures consumer spending.

  • Consumer Confidence: Surveys consumer sentiment about the economy.

Glossary

  • Bull Market: Rising stock prices over a sustained period.

  • Bear Market: Falling stock prices over a sustained period.

  • Correction: Short-term downturn in a bull market, generally less than 10%.

  • Liquidity: Ease of buying or selling an asset.

  • Volatility: Measure of price fluctuations; high volatility indicates rapid ups and downs.

  • Risk: Potential for loss on an investment.

  • Return: Gain or loss on an investment, expressed as a percentage.

  • Diversification: Spreading investments across different asset classes to reduce risk.

  • Market Capitalization: Total value of a company's outstanding shares.

  • Price-to-Earnings Ratio (P/E Ratio): Stock price compared to its earnings per share.

  • Dividend: Payment made by a company to its shareholders from its profits.

  • Credit Rating: Assessment of an issuer's creditworthiness.

  • Margin: Borrowing money from a broker to buy securities.

  • Short Selling: Borrowing and selling a stock with the expectation of buying it back later at a lower price.

Additional Notes

  • This list is not exhaustive and new financial instruments and indicators are constantly being developed.

  • Understanding these terms and concepts is essential for making informed investment decisions.

  • Always consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

Curriculum Outline: Trading Program
The Trade Academy™

Curriculum

Read the risk warning below and inform yourself additionally on risk of losing your funds before making any decisions to trade and invest on the stock exchange!

 

​Welcome to the Trading Mentorship Program! This program is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to confidently make trading decisions and develop your own personal and sustainable strategy. Our curriculum is built around a combination of technical and fundamental analysis, giving you a well-rounded understanding of the markets. You will learn from seasoned traders and develop your knowledge further by studying advanced quantitative models and methods. These cutting-edge techniques are rooted in geometry and physics, and have been tried and tested to ensure their effectiveness. With the guidance of our experienced mentors, you'll be able to apply these strategies and techniques to your own trades and see real results. Join us now and start your journey to becoming a successful trader! 

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I. Introduction to the Basics

1. Trading Psychology

  • Understanding the impact of fear and greed on trading

  • Understanding the impact of risk on trading and investing

  • Taking a Risk-Test to determine personal risk preferences

  • Developing a personal trading strategy

  • Controlling fear and greed through real-life examples and experiences

 

2. Financial Markets

  • Overview of financial markets

  • Types of instruments traded in the markets

  • Understanding economic data and central bank policies

  • The influence of economic data and central bank policies on market movements

  • Rules and legislation

 

3. Fundamental Analysis

  • Understanding the importance of economic data and central bank announcements

  • Understanding importance of company announcements

  • Understanding the importance of geopolitics

  • Testing knowledge through a 240-minute fundamental analysis test

 

4. Technical Analysis

  • Introduction to charting and charting basics

  • Understanding candlesticks and patterns

  • Overview of technical indicators

 

II. Advanced Trading Strategy

1. Fundamental Analysis

  • Identifying important economic data releases and central bank comments

  • Developing an advanced fundamental strategy

  • Applying the strategy in realistic trading conditions

  • Implementing learned risk management techniques

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2. Technical Analysis

  • Understanding the power of statistics and chart patterns

  • Introduction to technical lines and overlays

  • Understanding off-chart technical indicators

  • Overview of Fibonacci levels and pivot points

  • Overview of MA, RSI, RVI, MACD an other indicators

  • Developing an advanced technical strategy

  • Applying the strategy in realistic trading conditions

  • Implementing risk management techniques

 

After completion of this course, you will understand and acknowledge the high risks and be ready to take on what the stock market will throw at you, and keep calm during the uncertainty and volatility of the financial markets. From the team here at The Trade Academy, we wish you the best of luck in your trading/investing journey.

RISK
DISCLOSURE

Understand the Risks Involved

Trading involves significant risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Before engaging in any trading activities, it's essential to understand the risks associated with financial markets and make informed decisions. The Trade Academy encourages responsible trading practices and risk management strategies to protect your investments and assets.

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