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ESS&P 500 E-mini
YMDow E-mini
RTYRussell 2000
GCGold Futures
SISilver Futures
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NQNasdaq 100
ESS&P 500 E-mini
YMDow E-mini
RTYRussell 2000
GCGold Futures
SISilver Futures
N225Nikkei 225
BTCBitcoin
ETHEthereum

Edge Through the Regime

Real-time market analysis, comprehensive research, and video insights across equities, crypto, and macro markets. Built for traders and investors who demand clarity.

Research Reports

In-depth analysis covering equity markets, macroeconomic trends, and cryptoasset research. Each report provides actionable insights and strategic recommendations.

Equity AnalysisDec 2024

Equity Market Analysis: Tech Sector Q4 2024

Comprehensive analysis of technology sector performance, valuation metrics, and forward-looking trends in the fourth quarter of 2024.

TechnologyValuationQ4 2024
Macro StrategyNov 2024

Macroeconomic Outlook: Interest Rate Environment

Deep dive into current interest rate policies, their impact on markets, and strategic positioning recommendations.

Interest RatesMonetary PolicyMacro
Crypto ResearchOct 2024

Cryptoasset Research: Layer 2 Scaling Solutions

Analysis of Layer 2 blockchain solutions, their token economics, and investment thesis for the evolving crypto landscape.

BlockchainLayer 2Tokenomics

Market Videos

Real-time market commentary and analysis. Video content covering current market conditions, trends, and investment opportunities.

How to Use Market Structure (For Beginners)

How to Use Market Structure (For Beginners)

Dec 2024

This presentation covers how you can use market structure within your trading framework. It is IMPORTANT to note that this will NOT make you profitable but will serve as a guide to support your trading.

Understanding The Swing Failure Pattern (SFP) in Trading

Understanding The Swing Failure Pattern (SFP) in Trading

Dec 2023

Learn how to identify and trade the Swing Failure Pattern, a key technical analysis concept for market structure trading.

Why Most Traders Fail... (The 3 Steps To Success)

Why Most Traders Fail... (The 3 Steps To Success)

Sep 2023

I talk about a topic that isn't talked about enough... Why most traders fail.. and I mean why they ACTUALLY fail. It isn't the concept you trade.. it's how you approach the market, and how you have been skipping 2 steps..

About

Nick Thomas

Nick Thomas

Founder, Analyst

Carolinas-based. US Indices & Crypto Speculator. Obsessed with markets in all forms.

Nick is a Market Analyst with experience producing actionable research across crypto, equities, and macro-driven markets. Published contributor for major financial platforms including Benzinga and Seeking Alpha, with a background in fundamental analysis, technical structure, and sentiment evaluation. Proven ability to synthesize complex market data into clear insights for both institutional-style audiences and active market participants.

The Mission

Primate Trading serves as an educational hub designed to help traders and investors understand the current regime in financial markets. Our mission is to provide the knowledge and analytical framework needed to navigate today's complex market landscape—breaking down how markets work, how the machine runs, and what drives price action across equities, crypto, and macro markets.

Through real-time market analysis, comprehensive research reports, and educational video content, we focus on regime identification, active investing strategies, trade execution, and comprehensive risk management. We bridge the gap between institutional-level research and accessible, practical guidance, helping traders understand not just what's happening in markets, but why it's happening and how to position accordingly. Our goal is to empower active market participants with the clarity, context, and analytical tools needed to make informed decisions and manage risk effectively in any market environment.