About Belanger Trading
Belanger Trading is led by Josh Belanger, former Wall Street trader and one of Substack’s top finance voices and bestsellers.
As head trader and publisher of Notes from the Trade Desk, Josh tracks where real capital is moving before the headlines hit — helping readers stay one step ahead of the herd.
Every note is written from the trading terminal, not a newsroom. These are the same signals, setups, and insights Josh uses in his own strategy.
Some are fast-moving. Others unfold quietly over weeks.
But all of them are built around one idea:
Follow the money.
Because while people lie, money doesn’t.
What You Can Expect
Notes from the Trade Desk — daily insights, sharp and to the point
Smart Money Signals — big-money trades Wall Street hopes you miss
Real Strategy — tested, grounded, and focused on protecting and growing capital
No clickbait. No gimmicks. Just real trading intel trusted by over 300,000 readers.
As one of Substack’s most followed finance publications, Notes from the Trade Desk has become a go-to resource for everyday investors looking to sharpen their edge.
If you're ready to stop guessing and start following the money — subscribe free.
For premium research, trade alerts, and advanced setups, visit JoshBelanger.com.
Get to Know Josh
Josh Belanger didn’t grow up with connections. No Ivy League degree. No family foot in the door.
He got his break hustling for a job at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange — cold-calling firms until someone finally gave him a shot as a runner.
Josh worked his way up to a $500 million trading desk, executing strategies across equities, options, and bonds.
Over two decades, he built a career around one thing — following the money.
Along the way, he made a vow: If I ever figured this out, I’d help others do the same.
Because Wall Street doesn’t make it easy. And if you’re not on the inside, you're outside.
Now, Josh helps regular investors see the plays most never notice — with the same clarity, discipline, and edge he used behind the desk.
But ask him what matters most, and he’ll tell you:
“Helping regular investors see what the pros see and capitalize — that’s the real win.”
Josh has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, New York Post, Reuters, Yahoo Finance, and Dow Jones Newswire. He’s also a speaker, educator, and trusted voice in financial media.
Outside the markets, he’s an avid marathon runner and charity supporter — bringing the same discipline and focus to every part of life.
Here comes the money
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