Guillaume

Like that of many others, my interest in financial markets began with Forex around 2010. It started off as a productive hobby, but by 2013 I was increasingly dedicating time and attention to markets.

Trading is an effective way to expand capital, but it would be a mistake to call it my primary job. My main line of work as of today is real estate, but I wouldn’t be surprised if most of my focus were on portfolio management in a few years.

The most appropriate analogy here is an Elliott Wave. There was a sharp rise that turned into massive losses in the mid-2010s. It seems I’ve entered the pattern’s third wave, which is even more positive than its last one.

One’s profession always leaves its mark on one’s personality. My social circle has noticeably changed since I began dedicated more time to analyses and markets. On the philosophical side, it’s normal for a man to spend a couple hours on his affairs and projects daily. After all, of utmost importance in his life are those who depend on him. Therefore, allocating time not just to loved ones, but also work on a daily basis shouldn’t pose any problems.

Stocks and real estate.

Fundamental and technical. Sometimes I focus on companies’ financial stats, other times a stock is most interesting from a technical perspective. One cannot simply view the market exclusively through the lens of fundamental analysis, the latest news or the overall technical picture -- these parameters must be combined.

It’s still to come.

Economics is, by definition, 50% psychology. That also applies to investing. People freely deposit money into savings accounts not only because they’re sure of returns, but also because responsibility is being transferred to other people. Investing is personal responsibility for one’s own money and mistakes committed during trading. One must rationally handle this responsibility, hatching out steps and plans months and years in advance, not simply viewing the market as a sort of casino.

I have a hunch that current trends will continue to gain momentum, but accounting fundamentals such as sales and profitability will nevertheless remain at the forefront. An increasing number of companies see that their prospects for development lie in entering the market, as this ultimately means global recognition and opportunities for future sales virtually worldwide. Therefore, financial markets will continue to grow, as will the number of competitors.

Cool-headedness, knowledge and adaptability.

Come up with your own approach by looking at cases where other investors have found success