re: showdownActurtle says "Of course 30% a year is achievable. Don't delude yourself."
OK, Acturtle, where are they? Where are these traders making consistent 30% compounded profits? They don't exist. This return compounded over a trading lifetime would produce the worlds richest man, surpassing Buffett with his mere 28% compounded return.
Assume Mr Trading Joe starts at age 20 with $10000 in the kitty. This is his bright future @ 30% pa: