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Mastering stocks and indices
What you'll learn
By the end of this section, students will:
Understand index construction, weighting, and sector impacts on price movement.
Analyze stocks vs. indices using trend, momentum, volume, and market breadth.
Use ETFs and index futures to express directional and hedging views.
Incorporate earnings cycles, economic data, and volatility (e.g., VIX) into trade planning.
Build a rule-based strategy with position sizing, risk/reward, and post-trade review.
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Fundamentals of Oil & Gas Hedging
What you'll learn
What hedging is and why it’s vital in the oil & gas industry
Key instruments used in hedging: futures, options, and swaps
How to structure basic hedging strategies for producers and consumers
Real-world examples of hedging crude oil, natural gas, and refined products
The risks and limitations of hedging in energy markets
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Energy basis
What you'll learn
What energy basis means in crude oil, natural gas, and refined products markets
Key causes of basis risk: location, quality, transportation, and infrastructure constraints
How basis impacts producer revenue and hedging effectiveness
Hedging instruments used to manage basis risk, including basis swaps and spread trades
Real-world examples of basis hedging strategies and how they’re structured
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Oil & Gas Hedging with Swaps
What you'll learn
What commodity swaps are and how they differ from futures and options
How oil & gas companies use swaps to hedge price risk
Key components of a swap: fixed price, floating price, notional volume
Real-world examples of crude oil and natural gas swap strategies
Risks, benefits, and considerations when using swaps for hedging
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Oil & Gas Hedging – Put Options
What you'll learn
What put options are and how they function in commodity hedging
How oil & gas producers use puts to establish a price floor
Key terms: strike price, premium, expiry, and intrinsic value
Step-by-step examples of using puts to hedge crude oil and natural gas
The benefits and limitations of using puts compared to swaps and futures
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Developing an Energy Hedging Policy
What you'll learn
Why an energy hedging policy is important for risk management
Key components of a comprehensive hedging policy
How to define risk exposure, hedging objectives, and risk tolerance
Governance, controls, and reporting structures for policy enforcement
Best practices for reviewing, updating, and communicating the policy internally
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How to Start Trading Stocks
What you'll learn
The basics of how the stock market works
Key differences between trading and investing
How to open a brokerage account and place your first trade
Introduction to stock analysis: technical vs. fundamental
Essential tips for managing risk and protecting your capital
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Forex vs stocks
What you'll learn
Core differences between the Forex and stock markets
Pros and cons of trading currencies vs. individual stocks
Market structure, trading hours, and liquidity comparison
What influences price movements in each market
How to decide which market suits your trading personality and goals
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Forex Hedging
What you'll learn
The fundamentals of hedging and its role in the Forex market
Different types of hedging strategies (direct, cross, and options-based)
How to set up a hedge using Forex pairs, contracts, or options
Situations where hedging is beneficial — and when it’s not
How to manage and exit hedge positions effectively
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Bonds vs stocks
What you'll learn
The basic structure and purpose of both stocks and bonds
Key differences in risk, return, volatility, and income generation
How market conditions affect stocks and bonds differently
When to prioritize bonds vs. stocks in your portfolio
How to build a diversified strategy using both asset classes
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Trading Earnings Season
What you'll learn
What earnings season is and how it affects market behavior
How to interpret earnings reports, analyst expectations, and guidance
Trading strategies before, during, and after earnings announcements
Tools for finding upcoming earnings and tracking volatility
Risk management techniques specific to earnings-related trades
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Trading an IPO
What you'll learn
What an IPO is and how the IPO process works
How to analyze a company before it goes public
Key factors that influence IPO price movement
Trading strategies for IPO day and post-IPO opportunities
Risks and challenges unique to IPO trading
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Introduction to Trading Stocks
What you'll learn
Key Takeaways from the Trading Stocks Course
Understand Stock Market Basics – Learn what stocks are, how stock exchanges function, and the role of brokers and regulators.
Different Trading Styles – Explore approaches such as day trading, swing trading, and position trading, and identify which fits your goals.
Reading Charts & Indicators – Gain the ability to analyze stock charts, recognize patterns, and apply technical indicators for informed decisions.
Fundamental Analysis – Discover how to evaluate company performance using earnings, balance sheets, and market news.
Risk & Money Management – Learn essential strategies for managing risk, setting stop-losses, and protecting your trading capital.
Market Psychology – Understand trader behavior, emotions, and how market sentiment influences stock prices.
Building a Trading Plan – Create a structured, disciplined approach to trading that supports long-term growth.
Hands-on Learning – Apply knowledge through practice examples, simulated trades, and real market scenarios.
