One Good Trade by Mike Bellafiore

About the Book

One Good Trade takes readers straight onto the trading floor of SMB Capital, one of New York’s known proprietary trading firms. Mike Bellafiore shares real lessons from his own career, showing what it actually takes to trade with discipline and consistency instead of luck.

About the Author

Mike Bellafiore is a cofounder of SMB Capital, a proprietary trading firm based in New York City. He has trained countless traders over the years and has written for SFO Magazine, while also appearing on CNBC and TheStreet.com. He is a graduate of the University of Connecticut School of Law.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is a strong fit for anyone who wants to understand how professional traders actually think, plan, and manage risk. New traders, active investors, and finance students will all find practical value in these pages.

Quick Question: Have you ever wondered why some traders win consistently while others struggle no matter how hard they try?

That question sits at the heart of this entire book.

Another Quick Question: What’s more valuable, a single lucky trade or a system you can repeat for years?

This book makes a strong case for the second option.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is One Good Trade suitable for beginner traders?
Yes. While it dives into professional trading floors, Mike Bellafiore explains concepts in a way that beginners and intermediate traders can follow and apply.

Does this book focus on day trading or long-term investing?
The book is centered on proprietary and day trading strategies used inside SMB Capital, making it especially useful for active traders.

How many pages is One Good Trade Hardcover?
The hardcover edition runs 368 pages, published by Wiley, giving readers plenty of real trading examples and strategy breakdowns to work through.