Learn Pair Trading & Market Analysis

Free educational resources to help you master pair trading, statistical arbitrage, and market-neutral strategies. From beginner basics to advanced techniques.

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📚Beginner

What is Pair Trading? Simple Explanation

Learn the fundamentals of pair trading, how it works, and why traders use this market-neutral strategy. Includes visual diagrams and clear explanations.

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🔍Intermediate

How to Screen for Cointegrated Stock Pairs

Step-by-step guide to finding and validating cointegrated pairs using correlation analysis, statistical tests, and evaluation metrics.

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📊Intermediate

How to Calculate Z-Score for Pairs Trading

Master the z-score formula with step-by-step calculations, visual charts, and interpretation guide for identifying trading signals.

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Intermediate

Top Stock Pairs for Mean Reversion Strategies

Discover the best cointegrated pairs across all sectors with statistical validation, performance metrics, and trading characteristics.

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🏦Advanced

How Do Hedge Funds Use Stock Pair Trading?

Inside look at how institutional investors implement pair trading at scale, including strategies, technology, and returns.

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⚖️Intermediate

Pairs Trading vs Spread Trading: Differences

Comprehensive comparison of these two relative value strategies, including when to use each approach and risk profiles.

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💰Beginner

How Much Capital Do You Need for Pairs Trading?

Complete guide to capital requirements, including minimum amounts, position sizing, margin requirements, and risk management for different capital levels.

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🎓Beginner

Pairs Trading for Beginners: Step-by-Step Guide

Complete beginner guide from account setup to your first trade. Includes common mistakes to avoid and a 30-day learning path.

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📈Intermediate

When to Enter and Exit Pairs Trades: Z-Score Thresholds

Complete guide to entry and exit signals using z-scores. Learn optimal thresholds, stop loss placement, and profit targets.

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🛡️Intermediate

Pairs Trading Risk Management: Position Sizing and Stop Losses

Learn position sizing formulas, stop loss strategies, portfolio risk limits, and capital preservation techniques.

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⚠️Beginner

Common Pairs Trading Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Top 10 most common mistakes in pairs trading, from confusing correlation with cointegration to poor risk management.

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💻Intermediate

Pairs Trading Software and Tools: What Professional Traders Use

Complete guide to pairs trading software, platforms, and tools. Compare features, pricing, and capabilities.

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🔎Intermediate

How to Find Pairs Trading Opportunities: Screening Methods

Complete guide to screening for pairs trading opportunities. Learn manual and automated methods, screening criteria, and tools.

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