Titans Of Tomorrow From $500 to 8-Figures: The Trading Truth Retail Traders Keep Missing!
May 25, 2025
Isar Chowdhury, a hedge fund manager with credentials from HSBC, dives into the world of trading. He distinguishes between retail and institutional trading, emphasizing the necessity of building a solid track record to attract investors. The conversation covers risk management strategies, the importance of specialization within trading teams, and the significance of data in optimizing trades. Isar also shares insights on adapting trading strategies in the crypto market and offers practical advice for novice traders looking to succeed.
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Mastering Risk Management
- The biggest trading strategy you can master is risk management.
- Focus on managing risk well rather than frequently hopping between different trading strategies.
From Architecture to Trading
- Isar transitioned from architecture to investment banking and trading by learning about institutional trading.
- His father introduced him to a mentor who helped him enter the institutional trading world.
Institutional Trading Is Research-Driven
- Institutional trading relies more on research-based case studies instead of purely technical trading.
- Traders create detailed reports including fundamentals and news before deciding on trades and risk.
