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Being a successful trader isn’t just about uncovering an edge in the market—it’s equally about identifying and steering clear of what doesn’t work. The path to consistent profitability lies in focusing efforts on areas with the highest probability of success, and this often means recognizing when an idea or approach isn’t as promising as it first appeared.
In one of our recent research projects, we explored the development of a discretionary intraday strategy for the Micro E-mini S&P 500 (MES) futures. Despite rigorous testing across various timeframes, we found no competitive advantage in using a common indicator that many traders rely on. Intriguingly, what seemed promising at the outset turned out to lack profitability.
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