Seeking Alpha: Practical Application of Modern Portfolio Theory through Technical Analysis – Interactive Brokers
In his influential book, A Random Walk Down Wall Street, Burton Malkiel makes his case for efficient market theory and passive investing all while excoriating technical analysis through straw man argument. About Beta he writes, “Beta really looks suspiciously like a tool of technical analysis in academic drag – a bastard cousin of the technician’s charts”. We believe beta looks like technical analysis because it is technical analysis as is, by extension, alpha. To whit, alpha and beta estimates can be derived solely from historical price action of securities and indices. Moreover, alpha and beta are indicators that can be effectively analyzed by charts. Most important, it is apparent to us that alpha in particular has useful predictive properties for securities selection and portfolio construction.
Rotational Trading using the %b Oscillator
Academic finance is replete with studies supporting or denying the existence of serial correlation in securities prices1. In effect, such studies test the weak form efficient market hypothesis (EMH). Simply put, can investors use technical analysis to beat the market?
Interactive Brokers + Independent Advisor = Smart Investing
Watch this striking, scenic video! Remember, at Successful Portfolios, our credentialed, pros always have your back. As of July 2019, we managed over $92,000,000 in client assets at Interactive Brokers. Our viewpoint as an independent advisor ensures a fiduciary focus on your financial best interest.
Schwab Dominates Wall Street in Customer Accounts and Assets
In 2018 on average, Schwab gathered $624 million of new customer assets per day—more than its three biggest Wall Street rivals combined according to @wsj. Half of Schwab’s customer assets are managed by independent advisory firms that use Schwab as custodian.
Key Financial Data for 2019 Including Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 – Free Download
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 reduces tax rates on individuals and increases the standard deduction among other changes. Successful Portfolios is pleased to present our popular fact sheet, Key Financial Data for 2019. This handy and concise tax reference covers many items affecting your finances, including:
Simple illustration shows how volatility and sequence of return affect your retirement nest egg.
Simple illustration shows how volatility and sequence of return affect your retirement nest egg.
Twenty-Two Tax-Saving Tips and Tricks for Investors
A must-read financial planning checklist of twenty-two tax-saving tips and tricks for investors seeking tax alpha.
What’s the Best Online Brokerage?
Online brokers are a proven smart way to invest. And they’re not just for do-it-yourself investors. In this article posted to Linkedin, I reveal how to select the best online broker.
How to Select a Financial Advisor, Financial Planner, Investment Advisor or Wealth Manager
Many people choose a personal financial advisor based on a referral or recommendation from a friend, colleague, or respected professional like a lawyer or CPA. That’s a start, but not enough. And for sure it’s not the only viable way to seek a skilled, trustworthy advisor. Here’s what to look for in an advisor:
Five Ways Protect Your Wealth in a Stock Market Crash
Learn more about protecting wealth with 1) Asset Allocation, 2) Market Timing, 3) Stop-loss Orders, 4) Structured Products including annuities, 5) Put options.
