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“ Technology is the backbone of how we trade […] The best trading teams fully embrace the power of data and technology. It’ s not enough to use it – you need to understand it, continuously enhance it, and actively engage with it.”
FRIEDRICH HECKER, EQUITIES TRADER
Elsewhere, the team tells The TRADE that the broader geopolitical backdrop cannot be ignored. Navigating markets amid the ongoing tensions and recurring bouts of heightened volatility remains a central focus.
Specifically, many discussions are centred on credit spreads, interest rate volatility, and central bank policy, as well as the market sentiment linked to current geopolitical developments.
Rosenberger explains:“ A lot of our discussions currently revolve around geopolitics and market sentiment, especially in relation to the dollar, commodities, rates, inflation, and growth.
“ Charts and short-term indicators provide additional input which may add to our decisionmaking regarding timing and sizing of single trades, complemented by ongoing analysis of company results and outlooks.”
Though, despite the serious market topics and the fast-paced nature of trading the world over, Rosenberger also shares that there is of course always room for some levity:“ The desk culture wouldn’ t be complete without some light-hearted
“ Think before you act, learn quickly from mistakes, and never chase the market. There will always be another opportunity.”
MATTHIAS ROSENBERGER, EQUITIES TRADER
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