CopyTrader Blog
Evidence-based guides on copy trading metrics, risk, and trader selection.
Sharpe Ratio Explained
Learn why Sharpe Ratio is the single best metric for identifying skilled traders. Real data + how to interpret scores like a pro.
Maximum Drawdown: Why Your Worst Loss Matters More Than Your Best Gain
Maximum Drawdown reveals the worst loss you'll experience. This guide shows why MDD matters more than returns.
Copy Trading vs Manual Trading: When Each Makes Sense
Understand when copy trading beats manual trading and when it doesn't. Data-driven comparison.
7 Signs a Trader Is Overleveraged (And Will Blow Up)
Learn the warning signs of dangerous leverage before you copy someone who's about to lose everything.
The Trader Evaluation Checklist: 7 Red Flags That Separate Winners From Blowups
A systematic framework for evaluating traders before you risk your capital.
Why 500% Annual Returns Are Mathematically Unsustainable
The math behind why extreme returns always end badly. Learn what's actually sustainable.
Why Boring, Consistent Traders Beat Exciting, Risky Ones
The psychology and mathematics of why steady gains compound better than volatile wins.
Sharpe Ratio vs Win Rate: Why Your Favorite Metric Might Be Lying to You
Discover why win rate is misleading and how Sharpe Ratio reveals the truth about trader skill.
The Psychology of Maximum Drawdown: Why You'll Panic (And How to Avoid It)
Understand the emotional impact of drawdowns and how to prepare yourself mentally.
Copy Trading Platforms Explained: eToro, NAGA, and Others Compared
A comprehensive comparison of major copy trading platforms and their key differences.
The Follower Trap: Why Popular Traders Often Underperform
Learn why high follower counts can hurt performance and what to look for instead.
Position Sizing in Copy Trading: How Much to Allocate Per Trader
The mathematical framework for diversifying across multiple traders safely.
