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

The trio of Dr. Mark Thornton, John O’Donnell and Merlin Rothfeld take a look at the 7 Mega-Trends facing our economy and what it means looking forward. It all revolves around education and how to plan for the future using the current trend information. Dr. Thornton also talks about some great classes available at Mises.org which will further improve your understanding of how this giant economic machine functions.

Currently in Irvine California, teaching a ProActive Investor class at Online Trading Academy, Darek Zelek joins Merlin for a look at the current long term picture. Darek feels bullish, but also warns that investors must take steps to prepare themselves should a major market correction hit. This entails portfolio rebalancing, asset allocation and more selective diversification models to reduce risk exposure in volatile times.

Markets rallied, recovering most of the losses from Tuesday’s trading session. This keeps the indexes in a fairly tight range, but not everything is trapped! Craig Weil joins Merlin for a look at some wildly volatile commodities which listeners have been asking about. The duo talks about trading these, and the trap of following CNBC advice.

The dollar continues to surge to the upside as central banks from around the world rush to crush their currencies. This is having obvious impacts on global markets, and tremendous trading opportunities!! Brandon Tristan spends much of his time in the XLT (Extended Learning Track) helping hundreds of traders hone their trading skills. Brandon shares his thoughts on what he sees happening with the US Dollar as well as other currencies. He also offers some insight into Tesoro.  

Merlin finds Debbie Hague roaming the halls at the Irvine training campus and invites her on the show to talk about the role of continual education. Debbie has been taking classes, by choice, with a variety of Online Trading Academy instructors to improve her knowledge of the financial markets. This might seem odd for someone who trades for a living, but when you have access to top traders, may as well learn as much as you can! The duo also takes a look at the current market situation and where they feel it’s may be headed.

32 year market trading veteran and regular guest on CNBC, Bloomberg & Fox, Todd “Bubba” Horwitz joins Merlin for a look at many of the pressing issues facing out markets. To begin with the duo looks at how technology has changed the trading floor from 1982 until today, and why Bubba feels it was better before! Later they focus on currencies and how Draghi’ s comments and actions will send currency market reeling. Finally, they look at the big picture for the financial markets and offer insight on where things may be headed next!

So many people are mystified by the Real Estate process, and know very little about it. Diana Hill joins Merlin to break down some of the misconceptions and enter into a discussion about using Real Estate as a multi faceted asset class, not just the typical “Buy your home” angle. The duo looks at using real estate for income generation as well as long term growth prospects. This brings up the eternal question of: to Buy or Rent?!?!? Merlin and Diana weigh in their thoughts and emphasize the importance of having a structured approach to Real Estate, treating it no different than you would trading stocks, commodities, or currencies. Know the rules, have a plan and follow it!

With most markets at historic levels, Gabe Velazquez shares his thought on why only the Russell 2000 has really good trading opportunities at current levels. This ties into market timing principles and the foundation of Supply & Demand theory. Gabe also answers several listener questions on subjects ranging from stocks to futures. The duo also take a look at the grain markets, which have been clobbered recently.

Global uncertainty and political tension has caused a flood of buyers to the US Dollar. Master trader, Steve Misic joins Merlin for a look at this trend and how it may impact other currencies. Steve shares his thoughts on the Aussie Dollar, British Pound, Japanese Yen and much more!

John O'Donnell and Bill Henner discuss social mood with Alan Hall on this installment of Power Trading Radio. John also does his weekly weigh in on his journey to health and physical fitness.

Several listeners have expresses confusion on how to begin saving for the future, so Merlin and Scott look at some of the key factors in determining investments. This encompasses looking at many personal factors, not just market specific. Scott also offers some insight into market correlation and market timing principles which also play a factor when it comes to investing for the long term.

Merlin and Jasmine talk about how traders should be using the grid, which details key supply and demand levels for 20 trading instruments. This tool is tremendous at shortening a traders learning curve and helping them apply the patented core strategy at Online Trading Academy. Jasmine and Merlin also look at the Canadian Dollar, Gold, and Crude Oil.

While stateside in Philadelphia, Sam Evans joins Merlin for a look at some of the major factors in the global currency markets. Sam shares his thoughts on current trends and rate hikes with the Pound, and how history has shown what patterns they will follow. The duo also talk about live coaching and how it has improved Sam’s trading. Finally, they take a look at the euro for key levels and set targets.

As the S&P 500 tiptoes into record territory, many other interesting things are happening across multiple markets. Master Trader, Sean Reed shares with listeners his evolution as a trader and his personal trading style. The duo then look at what else is moving our markets and where they may be headed now that the milestones have been hit!!

Merlin wraps up an eventful trading week with a look at 6 stages of trader development. This is in response to a listener from NYC who has been struggling for the past 6 months. Merlin shares his trading evolution steps and outlines what traders can expect along the way to success. He also takes a look at the broad markets as well as Ford and Microsoft.

Merlin takes several listener questions focusing on some long term instruments many are talking about. Merlin takes a look at the differences between Value and Growth investing, and why they have their challenges, unlike trading pure supply and demand. He also takes a look at Annuities and what investors should be aware of.

Master trader, Joel Greenberg shares with us why he has been loving these past few weeks of trading! Merlin and Joel also take a look at how simple steps can increase your rate of return, compounding into significant money over time. Finally, they look at some very simple steps you can take to protect yourself from getting hacked, or having your trading account integrity breached.

With so much commentary on how to increase ones Rate of Return in order to retire in style, Merlin ponders the location you live in as a factor as well! Tillie Allison joins Merlin to look at how this, and other factors should be addressed in ones retirement planning. Tillie also offers some insights into where she sees Apple going as well as the broad markets.

John O'Donnell and special guest Jim Puplava discuss the beauty and simplicity of Online Trading Academy's patented supply and demand strategy. Jim also gives his views on the bond markets and shares a story about a silver trade he made with the help of Online Trading Academy.

John O'Donnell and special guest Peter Atwater discuss the similarities between the market from 1966-1974 and the market from 2000-today. From sociatal issues, politics, economics, business and culture there are very strong parallels.