Reading Markets Through Economic Patterns
Most traders spend hours staring at charts. But markets don't move because of technical patterns alone. Central bank decisions, employment data, inflation trends—these shape everything happening on your screen.
We started routehubcom in 2023 after noticing that retail traders in Asian markets often lacked structured macroeconomic education. You can master candlestick patterns all day, but without understanding interest rate cycles or fiscal policy shifts, you're trading blind.
Our programs connect economic theory to real trading decisions.
How We Got Here
Foundation
Started with weekend workshops in Jeonju, teaching basic macro concepts to local trading groups. Ten people showed up to the first session.
Curriculum Build
Developed structured six-month program combining economic theory with market application. Partnered with former policy analysts to validate content.
Digital Expansion
Moved learning materials online to reach traders across South Korea. Added case studies from regional markets and global events.
Advanced Modules
Introduced specialized tracks: monetary policy analysis, commodity cycles, currency correlations. Response exceeded expectations.
Community Growth
Built discussion forums where students share macro observations and debate economic interpretations. Learning became collaborative.
Next Cohort
Launching comprehensive program in September 2025. Applications open June through August. Limited to 40 participants for quality interaction.
The Information Overload Problem
Every morning brings dozens of economic releases. GDP revisions, retail sales, jobless claims. Most traders either ignore them or react emotionally without context.
We teach you which data actually matters for your trading timeframe. A scalper needs different information than a swing trader. You'll learn to filter noise and focus on signals that affect your positions.
Connecting Theory to Execution
Understanding that rising inflation typically leads to tighter monetary policy is one thing. Knowing when to position for rate hikes and which assets benefit is completely different.
Our courses bridge this gap. You'll work through historical case studies—2008 financial crisis, 2020 pandemic response, 2022 inflation surge—and see how economic shifts translated to trading opportunities.
Regional Market Context
Global macro matters, but regional dynamics create unique opportunities. South Korean markets respond differently to Fed decisions than European exchanges do.
We emphasize understanding your local economic environment—Bank of Korea policy cycles, regional trade dynamics, currency pressures specific to Asian markets.
Why South Korea as Our Base
Operating from Jeonju gives us perspective on markets that major financial centers sometimes overlook. Korean traders face unique challenges—time zone gaps with Western markets, language barriers in accessing research, regulatory environments that differ from US or European norms.
Market Timing Considerations
When New York opens, it's late evening in Seoul. Many local traders miss US session volatility or make rushed decisions. We teach strategies adapted to Asian trading hours.
You'll learn to prepare for Western session events during your active hours and position accordingly, rather than fighting your natural schedule.
Access to Analysis
Most quality macro research gets published in English by institutions in London or New York. Translation delays matter when markets move fast.
Our curriculum includes building your own analytical framework so you're not dependent on delayed third-party interpretations of economic events.
- Direct central bank statement analysis
- Real-time data interpretation skills
- Building personal macro dashboards
- Developing independent research habits
Meet Instructor Dae-Jung Kovalenko
Dae-Jung spent eight years analyzing economic policy for institutional investors before transitioning to education. She got tired of writing reports that only hedge fund managers could access.
Her background combines economics degree from Seoul National University with practical trading experience across equity, currency, and commodity markets. She's seen how macro analysis works—and fails—in real market conditions.
Case-Based Learning
Every concept gets tested against historical events. You'll reconstruct past macro scenarios and evaluate how different trading approaches would have performed.
Current Events Focus
Weekly sessions analyze ongoing economic developments. You'll practice forming macro views on live market conditions, not just textbook examples from decades ago.
Collaborative Analysis
Small group discussions where students present their macro theses and defend their reasoning. Learning happens through debate and peer review.