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Portrait of Michael Marcus

1947-present

Michael Marcus

The Commodities King

Blend of fundamental and technical analysis in commodities markets. Marcus learned from Ed Seykota and emphasizes the importance of conviction and courage in trading.

Trading Strategy

Commodity trading using a combination of supply/demand fundamentals and chart patterns. Aggressive position sizing when conviction is high. Trades with the prevailing trend.

Key Principles

  • You need courage to be a pig and ride your winners
  • Every trader has strengths and weaknesses, play to your strengths
  • The best trades are the ones where you have all three: fundamentals, technicals, and market tone
  • Be patient for the right opportunity
  • Stay humble - the market will always teach you something new