Chamath Palihapitiya suggests the most obvious and simple money-making trade is long Microsoft, Google short, big tech, short the rest of the big tech, in order to manage risk.
The speaker tweeted a thread on his advice about trading during global events, adding that having an edge trading against headlines from major media outlets is unlikely.
Traders who hacked into companies to steal press releases made millions of dollars in profits by making trades based on the information they obtained, as seen in the case of Caterpillar in 2012. However, this illegal activity eventually caught up to them and led to their downfall.
Understanding the brain's functions during trading can help optimize performance. Specific nutrients can aid brain function, including the firing of particular neurons needed for successful decision making.
Trusting your instincts in a trade can feel risky, but sometimes the most obvious decision is the right one. Reframing the situation and trusting yourself can lead to success in trading.
