Power Trading Radio - A Trader's Perspective On Investing In Stocks, Futures, Forex, Options Podcast

Veteran currency trader, David Warner joins Merlin on set to talk about the fed’s propping up of the markets and its impact on currencies. The duo analyze charts on the Euro, Pound, Yen, Oil, Aussie Dollar and much more!

When he is not building amazing resources to help the Online Trading Academy students achieve their financial goals, Larry is Trading! He joins Merlin on set to talk about his recent trades and how he maps out each step to help remove emotions and making bad trades. This “Recipe” keeps him focused on 9 key points of data.

Long time floor trader, Craig Weil, joins Merlin to talk about how automation plays a part in his trading, and how it can help remove emotional calls. Merlin and Craig look at simple steps, such as stop losses, and work up to bracket orders and OCO’s with examples of how and why the work.

Options master, Matt Gildea, joins Merlin on set to talk about how he has been trading and traveling for the past 16 years. While it has allowed him to travel the world, it also has some pitfalls which he shares with listeners. They also look at different options strategies, including Iron Condors.

Alone in studio, Merlin addresses many listener questions on topics ranging from the intraday chart of Gilead Sciences, Options trades on Hershey’s, mechanics of market crashes and using market data to short insurance companies!

Janet Yellen stoked the interest rate debate Friday morning, creating big waves in the markets. John and Merlin take a look at the current interest rate environment, and how it may be shaping up for the rest of the year. They also look at the fed’s role and how they have been dropping the ball with regards to their mandate.

Real Estate expert, Diana Hill, joins Merlin to talk about different uses and goals for real estate. They look at a couple listener questions which focus on creating a solid income stream renting out multi-family homes and the flaws of the popular fix-n-flip TV shows!

Many are confused with the differences between spot and futures markets! Gabe Velazquez joins Merlin to help listeners determine which market is best for their trading and investing needs. The duo also take a look at the gold market for trading opportunities.

Jackson Hole that is! Volatility and liquidity have been seeping out of the markets, leaving a listless low movement market. Time Pesut joins Merlin to talk about this market normality and why it’s all about to change! Janet Yellen and some of the most powerful bankers may make statements in the coming days which can create significant market moves!

Scott joins Merlin to talk about his most recent B.E.C.C. report, highlighting current market trends. They look at several market relationships which offer clues to current & future direction. They also look at several currency pairs for listeners.

Merlin and John usher in the weekend with a look at more technology innovations which are taking more jobs from the average worker. The look at the continuation of this trend as well as some trading opportunities created by it. John also answers some listener questions regarding bonds and bond investments.

Reginald shares his thoughts on current market volatility, which has been much higher than your traditional summer doldrums! Merlin and Reginald look at the Eurusd, Usdjpy, the dollar index to evaluate correlation aspects and potential trading opportunities.

For the first time, investors and traders across the nation will be able to get live perspective on the market from experienced professional traders. "Power Trading Radio" is aimed at an audience that wants to improve its edge through active participation whether the market is moving up, down or sideways. In addition to stocks, topics will include foreign exchange, options and wealth management.

Central banks around the world are slashing rates, and many are dipping into negative territory. David Warner joins Merlin to talk about the escalating currency war and what trading opportunities it is presenting. The duo looks at the Yen, Pound, US & New Zealand dollar to help answer listener questions.

Merlin welcomes Tillie Allison to the show to talk about how investors should approach the bullish market, and the risks they should be willing to encounter. The duo also look at 401k questions from listeners, including early withdrawals and the utilization of margin.

As bond yields drop, prices are on a solid uptrend! Is this the new normal? John O’Donnell joins Merlin Rothfeld for a look at many charts which might shed some clarity on this confusing topic! The duo also discuss factors which may further push up equity market prices! Finally, the look at a recent report illustrating that 50% of jobs in America will be lost to robots in the next 20 years! Scared? You should be!

Online Trading Academy’s Director of Student Services, Larry Jacobson, joins Merlin for a look at several of the long term trades he has taken, and the logic behind them. Then he focuses on trades taken today and offers insight into how he sets these trades up.

Merlin and Sam answer many listener questions pertaining to the FX markets, including: Spot vs. Futures, New Zealand rate cut, trading time frames and much more! The duo also look at a listeners trade setup on the Aussie!

Millions enter the fray of trading, yet only a handful make a living at it. Why is that? It all boils down to rules, strategy, and having a plan! Merlin walks listeners through some of the major learning lessons from his 20+ years of trading his own accounts.

Over the years, many have asked about “Black Box” or trading systems. Do they work? Do we use them? Long time trader, Roger Best has spend a good amount of time working with developers and analyzing trading systems! He joins Merlin in studio, with a live audience, to talk about what he has learned over the years!