Trader of the Month (September 2025): Giuliano Wins Again with a +67% Return

The September edition of our monthly contest saw Giuliano once again claim the title of Trader of the Month, thanks to an exceptional performance of 66.83% with a maximum drawdown of just 9%.

An impressive result that highlights his consistency and the strength of his systematic approach.

Right behind him were Massimo and Cristian, who also delivered remarkable performances this month.

Massimo achieved a 72% return with a 14.25% drawdown, showing a more aggressive, yet still very effective, trading style.

 

Cristian, on the other hand, recorded a 61.29% return with a drawdown of 18.49%, demonstrating strong resolve and solid risk management during volatile market phases.

 

These results underscore the high level reached by Unger Academy students, who, through the disciplined application of the Unger Method, are able to achieve top-tier performance even in challenging market environments.

 

Giuliano’s Journey: From the First Steps to New Milestones

A trained chemist, Giuliano approached systematic trading starting completely from scratch.

His analytical mindset and desire to thoroughly understand market dynamics enabled him to quickly grasp the Unger Method and develop a disciplined, informed approach.

He joined the Unger Academy three years ago and has been trading live for the past two. Over time, Giuliano has built a portfolio based exclusively on proprietary systems, all developed by him, which now form the core of his trading activity.

 

Giuliano’s Strategies: Between Discipline and Customization

Giuliano prefers trend-following systems, which he has developed and optimized over the course of his journey.

Although he had access to the ready-to-use strategies provided by the Academy, he chose to rely exclusively on his own systems, stating that it’s essential for him to fully understand every operational logic.

He currently uses 8 systems in live trading, building his portfolio independently and selecting systems based on recent performance and market diversification.

As for the markets he prefers, they include:

• Gold
• Lean Hogs
• Crude Oil (among the most profitable)
• E-mini S&P 500
• Nasdaq
• Euro
• British Pound

Whenever possible, Giuliano prefers to trade micro futures, which offer greater operational flexibility.

 

The Evolution of His Live Trading

Despite his excellent results, Giuliano maintains a critical perspective, always aiming for continuous improvement.

Although he’s very positive about his overall live trading performance, his current goal is to increase the portfolio’s stability, which currently alternates between very strong months and more difficult ones.

As he himself explains, his desire is to achieve more consistent monthly returns.

Giuliano has also observed that his systems tend to struggle during periods of high volatility in the S&P 500 index, which he considers the main market driver.

 

Giuliano’s Advice for New Traders

For those approaching systematic trading, Giuliano suggests:

• Don’t rush: time and consistency are essential to building a solid foundation.
• Apply the Unger Method rigorously, from system development to testing.
• Maintain a disciplined and patient approach, and learn to handle drawdowns with clarity.

 

A Story of Growth and Determination

Giuliano’s journey proves that dedication, study, and discipline can transform a complete beginner into a successful systematic trader.

His 66.83% return with limited drawdown, combined with his ongoing commitment to improvement, is tangible proof of the effectiveness of the Unger Method.

Congratulations to Giuliano on reaching this new milestone, and kudos also to Massimo and Cristian for their excellent performances!

 

Want to Know More About the “Trader of the Month” Contest?

Curious about our “Trader of the Month” contest? This exciting monthly competition is open exclusively to Unger Academy students and rewards the top performer with a €1,000 Amazon gift card for achieving the best live trading results using the Unger Method. Interested? Click here to learn more!

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