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Why Understanding ETF Construction and the GICS System Is a Trader’s Edge

October 23, 2026 by harrybertiedavidanna@qt-2011 Comment Closed

Why Understanding ETF Construction and the GICS System Is a Trader’s Edge In the modern market, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are no longer a sideshow. More ETFs are now listed in the United States than individual stocks—crossing that threshold in 2025 when the ETF count exceeded roughly 4,200 equities, and it has continued to grow (ICI reported 4,495 at the end of 2025, with further expansion in 2026). Even if you never trade an ETF yourself, ignoring them means missing one of the clearest real-time windows into where capital is actually moving. At the highest level sit the State Street Select Sector SPDR ETFs—XLK (Technology), XLF (Financials), XLV (Health Care), XLE (Energy), XLI (Industrials), XLY (Consumer Discretionary), XLP (Consumer Staples), XLU (Utilities), XLB (Materials), XLC (Communication Services), and XLRE (Real Estate). These are the well-known “top-level” sector vehicles that track the S&P 500’s sector breakdowns. But they are only the surface. Beneath them sit thousands of more granular ETFs that slice those sectors...

Main Fundamental News Events This Week: August 3–9, 2026 – Building Toward NFP Friday

August 3, 2026 by harrybertiedavidanna@qt-2011 Comment Closed

Main Fundamental News Events This Week: August 3–9, 2026 – Building Toward NFP Friday The week commencing Monday, August 3, 2026, delivers a classic mid-summer economic calendar dominated by US data releases that will shape near-term views on growth, the labour market, and Federal Reserve policy. With markets still digesting the recent coordinated US-Japan yen intervention and ongoing questions around the path of interest rates, this week’s sequence of reports offers a progressive build-up of information, culminating in the Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report on Friday. That single release remains the highest-impact event of the week and is likely to drive most of the volatility across currencies, equities, and bonds. Monday, August 3: Manufacturing Strength Sets the Tone The week opened with a clear positive signal from the US manufacturing sector. The final S&P Global US Manufacturing PMI for July came in at 53.9, while the more closely watched ISM Manufacturing PMI surged to 55.6. This marked a solid rise from June’s 53.3 and...

Funded Trading Accounts: A Smart Way to Scale Your Trading with Quantum Tools

June 24, 2026June 24, 2026 by harrybertiedavidanna@qt-2011 Comment Closed

Funded Trading Accounts: A Smart Way to Scale Your Trading with Quantum Tools If you’ve been trading profitably but feel limited by your own capital, a funded trading account could be the next step. Through our partnership with City Traders Imperium (CTI), our Quantum Trading students and customers now have an easier path to access professional capital — up to $4 million — without risking large amounts of your own money. Why Consider a Funded Account? Trade bigger without bigger risk — Control substantial capital while only risking the evaluation fee (if applicable). This lets you apply your edge more effectively and earn meaningful income. High profit share — Keep up to 100% of the profits you generate, with flexible payout options (including on-demand in higher tiers). Trader-friendly rules — Many programs allow news trading, weekend holds, and no strict time limits — giving you room to trade your style. Open to US clients — CTI accepts traders from the US and...

Space Sector Post-IPO Reality Check: Patience, VPA, and the Musk Miracle

June 15, 2026 by harrybertiedavidanna@qt-2011 Comment Closed

Space Sector Post-IPO Reality Check: Patience, VPA, and the Musk Miracle Good morning, traders and space enthusiasts. It's Monday, June 15, 2026, and the Nasdaq futures (NQ) are gapping up hard—up over 2% as I type this—on positive headlines around a US-Iran peace deal and broader optimism under the Trump administration. Markets love narrative shifts, and today’s melt-up reminds us how quickly sentiment can swing. But with the dust settling on SpaceX’s massive IPO and concurrent Starlink launch last week, it’s time for a sober look at the entire space sector. Hype is fading; fundamentals and price action will rule. SpaceX went public on June 12 as SPCX, launching 29 Starlink satellites the same day from Cape Canaveral. The booster stuck the landing, as usual. Valuation hit eye-watering levels (reports around $1.8 trillion at debut), with shares popping initially. This was the culmination of years of private dominance—Falcon 9 reusability, Starlink constellation growth, and Starship ambitions. Elon Musk’s vision turned science fiction...

US Non-Farm Payrolls (May 2026) – Strong Beat Keeps Labour Market Resilient, But Markets Sell the News

June 5, 2026 by harrybertiedavidanna@qt-2011 Comment Closed

US Non-Farm Payrolls (May 2026) – Strong Beat Keeps Labour Market Resilient, But Markets Sell the News (As of mid-afternoon, 5 June 2026 – Live Edge Reaction Included)Good afternoon, traders and investors, The US Bureau of Labor Statistics released its May 2026 Employment Situation report this morning (5 June), delivering a significant upside surprise. Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 172,000 in May, well above the consensus forecast of around 85,000 (with some estimates as low as 70-80k). April’s figure was revised upward to +179,000 from the previously reported +115,000. The three-month average remains respectable at roughly 155-188k. The unemployment rate held steady at 4.3%, in line with expectations. Average hourly earnings rose 0.3% MoM and 3.4% YoY, showing some moderation in wage pressures. Sector Breakdown Gains were led by: Leisure & Hospitality: +70k Local Government: +55k Health Care: +35k Financial activities declined, while manufacturing and construction were largely flat. This underscores a services- and public-sector-driven labour market rather than broad industrial strength. Why the Strong Beat? Economists...

Unlocking Profitable Scalping with the Quantum Renko Optimiser on NinjaTrader 8

May 18, 2026 by harrybertiedavidanna@qt-2011 Comment Closed

Unlocking Profitable Scalping with the Quantum Renko Optimiser on NinjaTrader 8 If you’re a scalper tired of fighting market noise, constantly adjusting settings, and second-guessing brick sizes on Renko charts, the Quantum Trading Renko Optimiser for NinjaTrader 8 (NT8) is a genuine game-changer. The screenshot above shows a complete, professional multi-timeframe setup on Gold (GC JUN26) that perfectly demonstrates why this tool stands out.At the top are three optimised Renko charts. Below them are the matching 15-second, 30-second, and 1-minute time-based charts. Everything is dynamically synchronised, giving you the clean visual power of Renko combined with the raw truth of Volume Price Analysis (VPA). Add in the Quantum Trend Monitor (TM) and Trend Dots (TD), and you have a powerful, low-stress scalping system that adapts to the market’s own “DNA.” What the Quantum Renko Optimiser Actually Does The biggest problem with traditional Renko charts is choosing the correct brick (box) size. Too small and you’re buried in noise. Too large and you miss...

Mastering Forex: Why Serious Traders Use Specialist Visual Tools Such As Currency Strength Indicators to Win Consistently

May 17, 2026 by harrybertiedavidanna@qt-2011 Comment Closed

Mastering Forex: Why Serious Traders Use Specialist Visual Tools to Win Consistently The foreign exchange (forex) market is the largest and most liquid financial market on the planet. With an average daily turnover exceeding $7.5 trillion (according to the latest BIS Triennial Survey), it dwarfs the global stock market. Forex operates 24 hours a day, 5 days a week, across major financial centres from Tokyo to London to New York. Currencies are traded in pairs, and every single transaction reflects the relative strength of two economies, two sets of interest rates, and two outlooks on growth, inflation, and geopolitics.Unlike stocks or commodities, you’re never really buying an “asset” in isolation — you’re always comparing two currencies. When you go long EUR/USD, you’re simultaneously buying the Euro and selling the US Dollar. This constant interplay makes forex uniquely challenging… and incredibly rewarding for those who learn to read the bigger picture. The Reality of Forex Trading Most retail traders jump straight into a single...

Stop getting caught in reversals – learn to spot the sumo candle

March 13, 2026 by harrybertiedavidanna@qt-2011 Comment Closed

In this video David explains how to spot the sumo candle and the signal that it sends for volume price analysis traders. These candles are often seen at turning points and are therefore key indicators to watch out for in all timeframes. [00:20] Introduction to Forex Workspace and Manual Matrix Setup The presenter has transitioned focus to Forex trading and highlights a preferred workspace setup called the manual matrix. The matrix includes six major currency pairs arranged in a grid: Top row: Pound Dollar (GBP/USD), Aussie Dollar (AUD/USD), Euro Dollar (EUR/USD) Bottom row: New Zealand Dollar (NZD/USD), Dollar CAD (USD/CAD), Dollar Swiss (USD/CHF) All pairs are displayed on the same timeframe to facilitate comparative analysis. The platform used is NinjaTrader, though the presenter notes similar functionality on other platforms. The key feature emphasized is interval linking, which allows the trader to switch timeframes across all charts simultaneously, enhancing efficiency. [00:52] Use of Accumulation Distribution Indicator for Automated Levels The only active indicator on the charts is the Accumulation Distribution indicator, which automatically identifies key price levels. This indicator: Automatically plots support...

Tips and tricks for staying in a trend using volume price analysis……and an indicator!

March 11, 2026 by harrybertiedavidanna@qt-2011 Comment Closed

Staying in a winning trend is one of the hardest parts of trading — secondary pullbacks and noise often shake traders out early. In this lesson, Anna Coulling shares practical tips and tricks for staying in trends longer using volume price analysis (VPA) and a powerful Quantum indicator. Learn how to read volume signals, confirm momentum strength, and avoid emotional exits for bigger profits. [00:24] Introduction to Fast-Timeframe Analysis on USD/CAD The video focuses on a very fast timeframe chart (30 seconds) using the USD/CAD currency pair as an example, though the methodology applies to any instrument or chart. Only two indicators are used: Accumulation Distribution Indicator Trend Monitor Purpose: To demonstrate how these indicators help identify key levels and trend behavior automatically, without manual line drawing. [00:42] Accumulation Distribution Indicator and Support/Resistance Levels The indicator automatically draws dashed lines representing support and resistance levels every time a price level is tested and retested. Line thickness correlates with the significance of the level: Thicker lines indicate more tests. Example levels tested 6–7 times in a congestion channel, demonstrating strong support/resistance. When...

How to identify the energy in the trend and whether the momentum is rising or falling using volume – stay in the trend longer!

March 10, 2026 by harrybertiedavidanna@qt-2011 Comment Closed

One of the biggest challenges in trading is knowing when a trend still has energy — and when the momentum is starting to fade. In this lesson, Anna Coulling shows you how to use volume price analysis (VPA) and the Quantum Volume Relative Strength Index (VRSI) indicator to measure trend strength and momentum direction. Spot rising or falling participation early, avoid getting shaken out prematurely, and stay in winning trends longer with confidence. [00:21] Introduction to Trading Platforms and Indicators The presenter introduces two trading platforms: TradingView (used by Anna) and NinjaTrader (used by the presenter). Focus is on live charts and specifically two areas: The Volume Relative Strength Indicator (VRSI) on time-based charts. Tick charts, which are less commonly used but favored by some traders for their unique benefits. Purpose: To familiarize traders with tick charts and illustrate their application alongside volume-based indicators. [00:58] Current Promotion and Educational Programs A 20% discount (LS20%) is available on educational programs via quantumradingeducation.com. Programs offered: Stock trading program Forex program Both programs emphasize foundational volume price...