On Saturday at 9 a.m. in Tehran, explosions reported as U.S.-Israel strikes sent markets into a tailspin, with trading algorithms reacting instantaneously. By the time the headlines broke, equity futures had plummeted, oil prices surged, and market volatility increased sharply, highlighting the speed at which algorithmic trading operates—accounting for more than 70% of U.S. equity trades.
Retail investor participation surged over 50% last year, contributing to the market’s volatility, evidenced by significant stock movements. For example, Netflix’s shares dropped 75% in six months, and meme stock Opendoor Technologies surged 900%. This heightened volatility has prompted some investors to feel increasingly anxious, raising concerns over their investments.
In response to this climate, Luke Lango emphasizes a systematic approach to trading in his recent presentation, focused on identifying stocks transitioning into breakout phases. His backtested strategies have flagged stocks generating gains of 2,623%, 865%, and 2,149% during previous market conditions, aiming to pinpoint opportunities before they become obvious to the broader market.
