We expect volatility to peak as we approach Friday, ahead of the weekend with Fed Chairman Bernanke speaking In Jackson Hole and Quarterly GDP numbers due early.
Plan for the unexpected. If you are a swing / position trader make sure you have enough “cushion” to sustain these volatile moves and make sure you understand your margin requirements and obligations.
On a different note, GREAT article about “Beliefs” and Trading by Dr. Janice Dorn in our weekly newsletter.
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