October 2019 Update
The markets have experienced their share of volatility over the last year from the current macro cycle peak in Q3 2018. While those
following the headlines were concerned with the trade news of the day, underlying trends in economic data were in retreat. It resulted
in year over year (October 1, 2018 - October 1, 2019) returns of S&P 500 +0.5%, Nasdaq 100 - 1.60%, Russell 2000 -10.73% respectively.
The Edge portfolios have performed favorably given the environment and the returns are posted on Successful Trading Systems website.
Markets endure a variety of price environments and the Edge systems will reflect these as well. The systems have not been as active
in the last month compared to historical trading activity. This is perfectly normal behavior. Certain months or market periods will
trade more or less actively than others. The systems are a collection of models and concepts designed to seek certain price characteristics
and will not activate unless these are met. It is about the probabilities for a successful trading opportunity not just to trade. The design
focuses more on performance through market cycles and not meeting a short term goal. Remember, as the old saying goes "It's not a sprint, but a marathon" and this philosophy is incorporated into our systems.
Optimized Trading strongly believes patience is essential to long-term success and we appreciate yours through this period.
following the headlines were concerned with the trade news of the day, underlying trends in economic data were in retreat. It resulted
in year over year (October 1, 2018 - October 1, 2019) returns of S&P 500 +0.5%, Nasdaq 100 - 1.60%, Russell 2000 -10.73% respectively.
The Edge portfolios have performed favorably given the environment and the returns are posted on Successful Trading Systems website.
Markets endure a variety of price environments and the Edge systems will reflect these as well. The systems have not been as active
in the last month compared to historical trading activity. This is perfectly normal behavior. Certain months or market periods will
trade more or less actively than others. The systems are a collection of models and concepts designed to seek certain price characteristics
and will not activate unless these are met. It is about the probabilities for a successful trading opportunity not just to trade. The design
focuses more on performance through market cycles and not meeting a short term goal. Remember, as the old saying goes "It's not a sprint, but a marathon" and this philosophy is incorporated into our systems.
Optimized Trading strongly believes patience is essential to long-term success and we appreciate yours through this period.
CFTC Rule 4.41 – Hypothetical or simulated performance results have certain limitations.
Unlike an actual performance record, simulated results do not represent actual trading.
Also, since the trade have not been executed, the results may have under or over
Compensated for the impact, if any, of certain market factors, such as lack of liquidity.
Simulated trading programs in general are also subject to the fact that they are designed
with the benefit of hindsight. No representation is being made that any account will or is
likely to achieve profit or losses similar to those shown.
Unlike an actual performance record, simulated results do not represent actual trading.
Also, since the trade have not been executed, the results may have under or over
Compensated for the impact, if any, of certain market factors, such as lack of liquidity.
Simulated trading programs in general are also subject to the fact that they are designed
with the benefit of hindsight. No representation is being made that any account will or is
likely to achieve profit or losses similar to those shown.
Risk Disclosure:
Futures and forex trading contains substantial risk and is not for every investor. An investor could potentially lose all or more than the initial investment. Risk capital is money that can be lost without jeopardizing ones’ financial security or life style. Only risk capital should be used for trading and only those with sufficient risk capital should consider trading. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.
Hypothetical Performance Disclosure:
Hypothetical performance results have many inherent limitations, some of which are described below. no representation is being made that any account will or is likely to achieve profits or losses similar to those shown; in fact, there are frequently sharp differences between hypothetical performance results and the actual results subsequently achieved by any particular trading program. One of the limitations of hypothetical performance results is that they are generally prepared with the benefit of hindsight. In addition, hypothetical trading does not involve financial risk, and no hypothetical trading record can completely account for the impact of financial risk of actual trading. for example, the ability to withstand losses or to adhere to a particular trading program in spite of trading losses are material points which can also adversely affect actual trading results. There are numerous other factors related to the markets in general or to the implementation of any specific trading program which cannot be fully accounted for in the preparation of hypothetical performance results and all which can adversely affect trading results.
Disclaimer: The principals of Optimized Trading understand regardless of the rigorous testing involving the development of systematic trading systems they are not infallible. Markets are dynamic and it may be necessary under special market conditions to intervene on the behalf of clients to protect their interests.
Futures and forex trading contains substantial risk and is not for every investor. An investor could potentially lose all or more than the initial investment. Risk capital is money that can be lost without jeopardizing ones’ financial security or life style. Only risk capital should be used for trading and only those with sufficient risk capital should consider trading. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results.
Hypothetical Performance Disclosure:
Hypothetical performance results have many inherent limitations, some of which are described below. no representation is being made that any account will or is likely to achieve profits or losses similar to those shown; in fact, there are frequently sharp differences between hypothetical performance results and the actual results subsequently achieved by any particular trading program. One of the limitations of hypothetical performance results is that they are generally prepared with the benefit of hindsight. In addition, hypothetical trading does not involve financial risk, and no hypothetical trading record can completely account for the impact of financial risk of actual trading. for example, the ability to withstand losses or to adhere to a particular trading program in spite of trading losses are material points which can also adversely affect actual trading results. There are numerous other factors related to the markets in general or to the implementation of any specific trading program which cannot be fully accounted for in the preparation of hypothetical performance results and all which can adversely affect trading results.
Disclaimer: The principals of Optimized Trading understand regardless of the rigorous testing involving the development of systematic trading systems they are not infallible. Markets are dynamic and it may be necessary under special market conditions to intervene on the behalf of clients to protect their interests.