Swing Trading the Stock Market

In this podcast I unravel my strategy behind taking profits in big winning investments when they're up over 100%. This podcast episode illuminates not only the art of booking profits to mitigate risk but also the skill of reinvesting those profits for potential long-term gains. Through real-life examples, I break down my unique approach towards managing profits, helping you strengthen your fin...

In this episode of Swing Trading the Stock Market, I take a deep dive into the world of swing trading penny stocks, shedding light on the potential dangers and major risks involved in this high-stakes endeavor. Join me as I explore why swing trading with penny stocks can be a perilous path, and learn valuable insights on safeguarding your hard-earned money. My goal is to equip you with the knowled...

In this podcast episode of "Swing Trading the Stock Market," Ryan delves into a crucial topic: Avoiding the Thrill of the Trade. Discover the pitfalls of trading solely for excitement and adrenaline, and learn how to cultivate a mindset of patience and indifference for each swing trade. Ryan provides an insightful discussion on developing a disciplined approach to trading that leads to c...

In this podcast episode, I delve into the intricacies of price movements and trading volumes during a market sell-off. Whether you're an experienced trader or a curious investor, this episode will equip you with valuable insights and strategies to navigate the complexities of the stock market. Gain a deeper understanding of what to expect when you see strong volume accompanying a market sell-o...

In this swing trading podcast episode, we delve into the intricate world of swing trading and position trading, two highly effective strategies employed by seasoned investors and traders across financial markets. I unpack the key differences that set these two approaches apart, we explore everything from time horizons and trade frequency to risk management and analytical tools as well as a hybrid...

Is it better just to put all of one's money in a long term trading account and grow over the years and ignore swing trading entirely? In this podcast episode, I explore the reasons that make swing trading a great strategy, while also discussing why it is also important to have a balance of long term trading and swing trading and my trading strategy for both. Be sure to check out my Swing-Tradi...

How to use stop-losses during the first 30 minutes of trading and how to manage swing trades during the most volatile period of trading. Ryan also addresses the use of 3x leveraged ETFs and the time decay element and why they should be primarily avoided. Be sure to check out my Swing-Trading offering through SharePlanner that goes hand-in-hand with my podcast, offering all of the research, charts...

Are you frustrated by how difficult it is to maximize your gains on your swing trade? It maybe that you are too focused on closing out your swing trade at your predefined target price. In this podcast episode, Ryan explains how you can maximize those gains and blow past the target price that you've set for the trade. Be sure to check out my Swing-Trading offering through SharePlanner that goes...

How does one avoid large drawdowns and what trading tips does Ryan have for someone who is seeing wild fluctuations in their portfolio? In this podcast episode Ryan dives deep into the types of stocks one trades, the timing of one's trading, and avoiding taking swing trades that will have a high likelihood of failure. Be sure to check out my Swing-Trading offering through SharePlanner that goe...

Far too many times, as swing traders, we cut our winning trades short and let losing trades run wild. We let stock market crashes, stock earnings, and bad news destroy our trades, when we should be avoiding those conditions all together. In this podcast episode, I highlight the traps in our trading that causes our losses to pile up and to get out of hand and what we, as swing traders, can do to fi...

When earnings season arises, how do you swing trade your stocks with earnings reports? Do you hold your stocks through earnings and risk a major collapse in the share price, or do you sell it right before the announcement. Ryan provides his insights on how to play earnings and whether there is really a way to predict earnings reports. Be sure to check out my Swing-Trading offering through SharePla...

How does one make back the major losses that can happen from trading? In this podcast episode, Ryan explains a four-tiered approach for getting into the right frame of mind when it comes to trading, getting focused, and learning to recover from and become better at swing trading going forward. Be sure to check out my Swing-Trading offering through SharePlanner that goes hand-in-hand with my podcas...

Step-step directions on how I use the Top Down Trading Strategy in my swing trading. This trading strategy guides my decisions and how I analyze stocks and choose which stocks to trade. In this strategy I connect the overall stock market direction with sector strength and industrial technical analysis to help find the stocks with the best reward and least amount of risk in my swing trading. Be sur...

I explain why swing trading is a better approach to the stock market for me than long term investing. I provide analysis on how I am able to better manage profits and risk, as well as accumulate more consistent profits as a result of swing trading stocks using technical analysis. Be sure to check out my Swing-Trading offering through SharePlanner that goes hand-in-hand with my podcast, offering al...

Have you ever been caught up in a really good trade that is currently in a short squeeze? How do you  manage the trade when you are seeing a massive surge in profits, but are fearful of missing out on more if you are to get out of your swing trade too early? In this episode, Ryan talks about how he manages his profits during a short squeeze and some simple trading strategies that can be used to ge...

How does a swing trader manage the risk and book profits consistently when dealing with fractional shares in the stock market? If you are trading with a small trading account, is it better to focus on lower priced stocks? In this podcast episode of Swing Trading the Stock Market, Ryan Mallory will discuss strategies that can help with fractional shares and swing trading with a small account that a...

Can gaps be predicted? How do you trade gaps and what are the risks involved in equites as it pertains to swing trading stocks prone to gapping higher and lower on a day-to-day basis? Find out in this podcast episode with Ryan Mallory. Whiskey: Woodford Reserve Double Oaked Be sure to check out my Swing-Trading offering through SharePlanner that goes hand-in-hand with my podcast, offering all of t...

Should it be assumed the stock market is stupid? And if it truly is stupid, how then do we trade it? Ryan answers the question that has been asked by most traders this year in frustration with the never-ending bidding up of this stock market. Whiskey: Old Forester 1897 BiB Be sure to check out my Swing-Trading offering through SharePlanner that goes hand-in-hand with my podcast, offering all of th...

Ryan asks and answers a critical question facing the stock market today: Has the stock market changed so much over recent years that shorting stocks is no longer a viable strategy when anticipating bearish stock market conditions? Or is Ryan simply marking a potential top in this market with even considering such a thing? Whiskey: Redwood Empire Be sure to check out my Swing-Trading offering throu...

Ryan provides insight into an awful earnings disaster that saw one swing trader's position cut by 50%. How could this swing trader have avoided the awful results? Whiskey: Well Special Reserve Be sure to check out my Swing-Trading offering through SharePlanner that goes hand-in-hand with my podcast, offering all of the research, charts and technical analysis on the stock market and individual...

Ryan provides his insights into reading and interpreting volume on the charts and how that correlates with breakouts and making quality trade decisions. Whiskey: Buffalo Trace Be sure to check out my Swing-Trading offering through SharePlanner that goes hand-in-hand with my podcast, offering all of the research, charts and technical analysis on the stock market and individual stocks, not to mentio...

Which one loses: Opportunity Cost or Stop-loss? Is it okay to move on from a trade despite the fact the stop-loss hasn't been triggered? What if there is a better trading opportunity that exists and should a trader go ahead and pursue it rather than remaining in the current swing trade because it hasn't been stopped out yet? In this episode Ryan explains why there are times where you have...

Ryan picks up where he left off on last episode talking about inverse ETFs and why in most cases it is better to simply use 1:1 leverage than 2:1 or 3:1. Also, more about stop-loss placement and where he raises the stop to, after a swing trade becomes profitable. Be sure to check out my Swing-Trading offering through SharePlanner that goes hand-in-hand with my podcast, offering all of the research...

Ryan Mallory digs into the topic of adding to his positions after he got into the trade. Furthermore he talks about using leverage in the portfolio for stocks with low volatility. Whiskey: Buffalo Trace White Dog Be sure to check out my Swing-Trading offering through SharePlanner that goes hand-in-hand with my podcast, offering all of the research, charts and technical analysis on the stock market...

How do you deal with problems that arise from getting stopped out of a profitable trade, only to see the stock reverse and go even higher? How does one avoid keeping too tight of stops that will expose traders to unnecessary and untimely exits from really good trades? In this episode, Ryan tackles his approach to keeping the risk tight, but not too tight, while providing a swing trade with the max...