Patrick Foot

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Patrick Foot

Former Senior Financial Writer

Expertise: Education, Equities, Technical analysis, Strategies

Experience: 8+ years writing about the financial markets

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What is the triangle pattern?

Triangle patterns can offer technical traders precious insight into where a market might be headed next. Read our guide to ascending, descending and symmetrical triangle patterns.

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How to trade with the trailing stop loss

Using a trailing stop loss can be a great way to mitigate the risk of trend reversals harming your open positions. Learn about trailing stop losses, and how to use them effectively.

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October 26, 2023 12:45 AM
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Black swan events: how does black swan theory affect trading?

A black swan event can have a devastating impact on the markets and is next to impossible to predict. So how should you deal with black swans when trading?

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October 25, 2023 06:48 PM

Artificial intelligence stocks: the best AI companies to invest in

Artificial intelligence stocks have been one of 2023’s key success stories. But can you trade the ChatGPT’s creator, and which other AI companies should you be considering?

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Biggest UK companies: your guide to the most-valuable British brands

The United Kingdom – and its benchmark stock index, the FTSE 100 – is home to some world-leading blue-chip businesses. But which are the biggest UK companies of all? Find out with our full list.

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Biggest companies in Australia: your guide to the most-valuable AU brands

Australia is home to some key blue-chip stocks, but which companies dominate the ASX 200 index? Find out with our guide to the biggest companies in Australia.

Quantum computing stocks: how to invest in quantum computing

Quantum computing stocks represent the companies researching the next potential great leap forward in computing power. But are they a good investment? Find out here.

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Robotics stocks: a guide to trading robotics companies

Are we poised for a robot revolution? Find out here, plus how to invest in the robotics stocks leading the automation revolution.

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What are the most volatile stocks in 2023?

The most volatile stocks can be prized among day traders and others – offering lots of opportunity as well as risk. So, what are the most volatile stocks in 2023?

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October 16, 2023 09:06 PM
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Stock market crash history: past financial bubbles and crises

For traders today, it seems the next financial crisis is never too far off. Let’s examine some of the biggest stock market crashes in history – and what we can learn from them.

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GVZ index: Your guide to the gold volatility index

The GVZ index – otherwise known as the gold volatility index – is a leading measure of risk in the precious metal market. Because of this, it’s often called the ‘gold VIX’.

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October 3, 2023 02:06 AM