# The Rational Investor

> Quantitative scanner platform for time-poor swing traders. Backtested strategies across 500+ stocks and 400+ crypto tokens surface high-probability setups - not signals. 75% win rate on stocks, 700+ backtested trades. Plans from $39/mo.

## Products

- [Stock Scanner](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/results): S&P 500 coverage, 75% win rate, 700+ backtested trades. Alerts pre-market when conditions trigger.
- [Crypto Scanner](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/results): 400+ tokens, long and short models, three risk tiers (Conservative 1x, Standard 2x, Aggressive 2.5x).
- [Macro Dashboard](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/member-tools): 50+ indicators from FRED, Shiller CAPE, CFTC, CBOE. Composite macro stress score.
- [BTC 4-Year Cycle Tool](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/member-tools): On-chain composite analysis. ACCUMULATE/HOLD/DISTRIBUTE signals.
- [Free Discord](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/free): Read-only broadcast channels with daily briefs and weekly scanner recaps (1-week delayed).

## Pricing

- [Starter - $49/mo ($39 annual)](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/pricing): Screeners, community, macro dashboard, BTC cycle tool.
- [Pro - $99/mo ($79 annual)](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/pricing): Starter + stock scanner alerts + push notifications.
- [Edge - $195/mo ($155 annual)](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/pricing): Pro + crypto scanner (long/short) + BTC overlay signals.

## Key Pages

- [Homepage](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/): Platform overview with track record and trust signals.
- [Results & Track Record](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/results): Equity curves and backtest proof for stock and crypto scanners.
- [Free Membership](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/free): Email capture + free Discord invite with read-only broadcast channels.
- [Reviews](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/testimonials): Member testimonials and reviews.
- [Blog](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/blog): Data-driven guides on trading, investing, and market cycles.

## Blog Articles

- [The Benner Cycle: 150 Years of Predicting Market Crashes](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/blog/benner-cycle): 150-year-old market timing framework with 30/35 correct predictions. Current 2026 analysis included.
- [Bitcoin Halving 2028: The 4-Year Cycle Explained](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/blog/bitcoin-halving-cycle): All four halvings (2012-2024), post-halving returns, diminishing returns thesis, 2028 positioning.
- [How to Prepare for the Next Crypto Bull Run](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/blog/crypto-bull-run): BTC dominance shifts, altseason timing, risk-tiered allocation, sell-half-on-a-double strategy.
- [How to Invest in Crypto: A Systematic Approach](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/blog/how-to-invest-in-crypto): Exchange selection, wallet security, DCA vs lump sum, risk management with tiered leverage.
- [How to Start Investing in Stocks](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/blog/how-to-start-investing): Brokerage selection, position sizing, 3-factor setup framework, 90-day swing trading roadmap.
- [January Barometer: Does It Still Work?](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/blog/january-barometer): 70+ years of data, 75-80% accuracy rate, 2022-2026 case studies, portfolio allocation guidance.
- [10 Market Cycles Every Investor Should Know](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/blog/market-cycles): Daily kill zone through 80-year debt supercycle. Current cycle positioning for all 10.
- [Sector Rotation Strategy: Follow the Smart Money](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/blog/sector-rotation): Sam Stovall framework, sector ETFs by business cycle phase, Q1 2026 positioning.
- [How to Make a Trading Plan (with Template)](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/blog/trading-plan): 7-step guide with real swing trading plan example. Risk management, journaling, common mistakes.

## Disclaimers

- Past performance does not guarantee future results
- Trading involves substantial risk of loss
- Not registered as a financial advisor
- [Full Risk Disclosure](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/risk-disclosure)

## Optional

- [RSS Feed](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/blog/feed.xml)
- [Extended AI Context (llms-full.txt)](https://www.therationalinvestor.com/llms-full.txt)