What is Smart Money?
Capital controlled by institutional investors, central banks, and other financial professionals.
In-Depth Explanation
Practical Example
"The "Smart Money" began accumulating the asset weeks before the public breakout occurred."
Related Terminology
Retail Trader
An individual trader who trades for their own account, rather than for an organization.
Institutional Trading
The buying and selling of assets by large organizations, such as banks, hedge funds, and pension funds.
Order Block
A specific area on a chart where institutional participants have placed large buy or sell orders.
Bull Market
A market condition where prices are rising or expected to rise.
Tradeable Instruments Affected
Tactical How-To Guides
How to Start Trading in the UK — Step by Step
Learn how to start trading in the UK. A complete step-by-step guide covering regulation, choosing a broker, and placing your first trade safely.
How to Day Trade — Step by Step
Master the art of day trading. Learn how to manage your time, choose instruments, and execute trades within a single day.
How to Keep a Trade Journal
Stop gambling and start trading. Learn the exact process for keeping a professional trading journal that identifies your edge.
Master the language of risk
Knowing the terms is just the start. Learning how to apply them is where the edge is found.
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