Gordon Scott has been an active investor and technical analyst or 20+ years. He is a Chartered Market Technician (CMT). Nearly 30 years ago, the foreign exchange market (forex) was characterized by ...

Algorithmic trading (algo trading for short) uses computer programs to execute trades automatically based on predetermined criteria. These programs enter and exit positions on traders' behalf when ...

Algorithmic trading uses computers to trade stocks quickly based on set rules. It can affect market prices and volatility, impacting long-term investment portfolios. Such trading requires specific ...

Without question, reverse engineering is taking place both upstairs and on the floor. More egregious, is the reverse engineering carried out by the brokers with proprietary trading desks to whom ...

While it was once something only Wall Street players could afford, algorithmic trading is now accessible to smaller investors and startups. Algorithmic trading is when you use computer programs to ...

Vikki Velasquez is a researcher and writer who has managed, coordinated, and directed various community and nonprofit organizations. She has conducted in-depth research on social and economic issues ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Forbes Senior Contributor. 30+ Years Wall Street Career. Professor. Let’s break it down into its components. It’s not that ...

Algorithmic trading allows investors to execute their trading strategy, which can involve trading multiple securities in separate markets at a fraction of a second. Algorithmic trading is typically ...

Whether you’re naturally math-inclined or dedicated to honing your craft, algorithmic trading is possible. Better yet, you don’t have to modify your schedule or enter an intimidating classroom setting ...

Even 20 years after their mainstream adoption, algorithmic trading continues to challenge regulators and compliance teams. It's not just that it is inherently complex, but the pace of change and ...

Independent investors often use the terms "algorithmic trading" and "AI trading" interchangeably, but the two are actually completely different. One isn’t better than the other—in the same way that an ...