Trade Tuesday — Stock Patreons: The World's & Sweden's Largest
The subscription economy took the stock market
There's a phenomenon that's changed the way millions of people learn about stocks, trading, and personal finance. It's not CNBC. It's not Bloomberg. It's not even your bank. It's individuals — with a laptop, an analytics tool, and a Patreon account — building subscription services that, in some cases, bring in millions of kronor per month.
Patreon launched in 2013 as a platform for artists and musicians to get paid directly by their fans. Today, finance is one of the fastest growing categories on the entire platform. The phenomenon is global, but it has also come to Sweden — and the Swedish segment actually holds an impressive position on the global list.
In this post, we take a close look at three things: who the big players are, what you actually buy, and how to think smart if you want to use these services to build your financial knowledge and portfolio.
”A good stock trader doesn’t sell signals — he sells a mindset.” Amaelle Trade Tuesday
The foundation
What is actually a stock patron?
A stock Patreon is a paid subscription service where an analyst, trader, or investor offers their followers exclusive content behind a paywall. Unlike YouTube channels — which are free but ad-supported — Patreon content is directly funded by listeners.
This theoretically means a shift in incentives: the creator makes money when you is satisfied, not when you click on an ad. In theory, one more in line with your interest. In practice: it all depends on who you follow.
What is typically included?
The content varies greatly, but the most common offerings are: portfolio updates with the creator's own holdings, stock analysis and sector reviews, Discord communities for real-time discussion, buy and sell comments, macroeconomic analysis, video reviews and screeners, and in some cases direct "signals" — that is, clear recommendations.
⚠ Important to understand
No stock chart — no matter how good — is licensed financial advice unless the creator explicitly states so and is regulated by the Financial Supervisory Authority (Sweden) or the SEC (USA). What you are buying is a person's perspective and analysis process, not a guarantee.
That still makes it valuable — just like reading a good book about investing. But don't confuse education with advice.
List 1 of 3
Sweden's largest share patreons
Sweden is a small country, but within Patreon finance we hold an astonishingly high position. Swedish involvement in stocks, the stock market and personal finance is historically high — and it shows in the subscription figures. TV4 Nyhetsmorgon highlighted in 2025 that Stockrobber is Sweden's absolute largest Patreon creator in finance, and one of the largest in the country regardless of category.
~4,000Stockrobbers paying
subscribers
SEK 710,000 per month
(TV4 task 2025)
#4Global Patreon Ranking
finance, May 2026
| # | Creator | Focus | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇸🇪 Log Robbers Robin Broberg | Fundamental analysis, macro, stock analysis. Portfolio updates, Discord, in-depth posts on individual companies. | ~249–399 SEK/month |
| 2 | 🇸🇪 Metro Finance The Metro media brand | Stock news, analysis, macro. Professional editorial rather than individual creator. | ~199 SEK/month |
| 3 | 🇸🇪 Felix Nordqvist The Investment Club | Community focus, TA, Q&A, Discord. Often noticed in sponsored ads on Meta. | ~199–349 SEK/month |
| 4 | 🇸🇪 The Swedish Investor Erik Abrahamsson | English-speaking. Value-based investing, book-inspired analyses. CAGR 17.8% vs S&P 13.4% since 2013. | ~$5–15/month |
| 5 | 🇸🇪 IanG | Trading community, TA focus. Active on Patreon and social media. | ~149–299 SEK/month |
It is worth noting that Stockrobber is ranked #4 globally in Patreon finance as of May 2026 according to Graphtreon — which is exceptional for a Sweden-focused, Swedish-language account. It reflects how interested Swedish savers actually are in stocks.
List 2 of 3
The world's largest financial patreons
The global scene is dominated by English-speaking creators, primarily from the US. What’s striking is the disparity in reach — Kenan Grace alone has over 11,000 paying subscribers on Patreon, and that’s just the tip of a very large iceberg when you factor in YouTube, TikTok, and his own courses.
| # | Creator | Style & focus | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 🇬🇧 Kenan Grace 11,400+ subscribers | Trading focus. Positions itself as a "Top 1% trader". Technical analysis, options, swings. | $9–47/month |
| 2 | 🇺🇸 The Long Investor 10,800+ subscribers | Financial graphs and market visualizations. Macro-oriented. | $5–15/month |
| 3 | 🇺🇸 Market 101 4,400+ subscribers | Stocks and crypto, market analysis. Broad base of beginners to intermediate level. | $5–25/month |
| 4 | 🇸🇪 Log Robbers 4,195+ subscribers | Fundamental analysis, Swedish and global stocks. Only non-English account in the top 5. | SEK 249–399/month |
| 5 | 🇺🇸 Tom Luongo 3,800+ subscribers | Macroeconomics, geopolitics, gold. Libertarian angle. ~$28k/month in revenue. | $9–25/month |
| 6 | 🇮🇱 Tom Nash 2,500+ subscribers | Long-term investment, fundamental analysis. Extremely educational. Israeli-Canadian creator. | $5–20/month |
| 7 | 🇺🇸 Graham Stephan 5.1M YouTube | Real estate, ETFs, personal finances. Transparent about own income. Not primarily Patreon-based. | Free + courses |
| 8 | 🇺🇸 Andrei Jikh 4.3M+ YouTube | Dividend investing, crypto, financial minimalism. Monthly portfolio update on Patreon. | $5–10/month |
List 3 of 3
The merged top list
If we mix the Swedish and global players and rank them based on a mix of subscriber numbers, quality, transparency and benefit for the Nordic saver, the list looks like this:
| # | Creator | Market | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kenan Grace Global | International trading | ★★★★☆ |
| 2 | Stockrobber Sweden⭐ Best for SWE | SE + Global | ★★★★★ |
| 3 | Tom Nash Global | International stocks | ★★★★★ |
| 4 | The Swedish Investor Sweden | Global, English | ★★★★☆ |
| 5 | Andrei Jikh Global | US stocks + crypto | ★★★★☆ |
| 6 | Graham Stephan Global | US real estate + stocks | ★★★★☆ |
| 7 | Felix Nordqvist Sweden | SE stocks community | ★★★☆☆ |
| 8 | Metro Finance Sweden | SEE news + analysis | ★★★☆☆ |
Economy
What does it cost? and is it worth it?
Prices for stock Patreons vary enormously, but the pattern is clear: Swedish services cost approximately SEK 149–399/month, while global services in dollars tend to be at $5–50/month depending on level.
149 krLowest price point
Sweden
399 krTypical premium level
Sweden
$5–47Global team
per month
Is it worth the money?
It all depends on what you're looking for. If you're a beginner and want structure, community, and a sounding board for your thinking — yes, it could definitely be worth 200–400 SEK a month. It's cheaper than a course, and you get ongoing updates.
However, if you expect the creator's portfolio to be your portfolio and that you can copy trades without understanding the logic behind it — no, it's not worth it. And it's actually more dangerous than paying nothing at all.
”The cheapest thing you can buy is a financial education. The most expensive thing is the cost of ignorance.” Warren Buffett — paraphrase
How are you? emerged?
2013–2016
Patreon was started by Jack Conte. The platform is dominated by musicians, podcasters, and illustrators. Finance barely exists as a category.
2017–2019
YouTube creators like Graham Stephan and Andrei Jikh are starting to see their channels grow explosively. Personal finance and investing are entering mainstream culture. Patreon is being used as a complement to YouTube.
2020–2021
Covid-19 sends stock interest skyrocketing. GameStop, crypto, SPACs — a new generation of savers is born. Finanspatreons explode. In Sweden, the number of Avanza customers doubles in record time. Stockrobber establishes itself as a leading Swedish player.
2022–2023
Interest rate shock and stock market decline. Many beginners lose money and disappear. The serious ones remain. Financial patrons who survive the purge build a stronger, more loyal foundation.
2024–2026
AI tools, Threads, Substack and own membership platforms compete with Patreon. The market is consolidating. The best creators with genuine depth of analysis are strengthening their positions. Stockrobber reaches the top 5 globally. Swedish savers continue to top European engagement statistics.
2026 →
The trend is toward more specialization. Niche Patreons for specific sectors (space, biotech, AI stocks) are growing. Creators are building their own platforms and reducing their reliance on Patreon as an intermediary. The value of genuine community — not just information — is increasing.
How do you start over? Are you new?
You don't have to pay for anything during your first six months. Seriously. There's so much free education out there that it would be inefficient to jump straight into a paywall.
Step 1 — Build the foundation for free
Start with The Swedish Investor on YouTube — Erik Abrahamsson's channel is simple, educational, and based on proven, well-known investment principles. Then read a good book: The Intelligent Investor by Benjamin Graham or The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel. Both are available at the Swedish library.
Step 2 — Open an account and start small
Open an ISK account (investment savings account) at Avanza or Nordnet. Deposit a small amount, perhaps SEK 1,000–5,000. Buy a broad index fund such as Länsförsäkringar Global Indexnära or XACT OMXS30. Sit still for six months. Observe how you react when the stock market moves.
Step 3 — Find a Patreon that matches your style
Are you interested in individual stocks and fundamental analysis? Try Stockrobber with a monthly subscription. Do you want trading and technical analysis? Kenan Grace is a global option. Is English not a problem and you like value investing? The Swedish Investor on Patreon might be a good fit.
Step 4 — Evaluate after three months
Did you learn anything new? Has your understanding of companies, markets, or your own psychology improved? If the answer is yes — continue. If you just read and didn’t change anything in your thinking or behavior — stop and find another source.
🔑 Checklist for the beginner
✓ Do you understand the difference between a stock and a fund?
✓ Do you know what P/E ratio, dividend yield and market capitalization mean?
✓ Do you have an ISK account?
✓ Have you read at least one book about investing?
✓ Can you explain why you own what you own?
If the answer to at least three out of five is no — pause Patreon and build the foundation first.
The 10 best tips to succeed
Whether you subscribe to a stock tracker or not, these principles apply. They're not quick fixes — they're the kind of discipline that separates those who build wealth from those who lose money in the stock market.
01
Choose an educator, not a guru
The best stock advisor is one who teaches you to think, not one who tells you what to buy. Ask yourself: ”Do I understand the logic behind the recommendation?” If not — that’s a red flag.
02
Always try for free first
Most reputable Patreons offer free content on YouTube, Threads, or Instagram. Consume at least a month of free content before paying. If you don't get value from the free content — don't pay.
03
Separate entertainment from education
Many financial creators are great entertainers but mediocre analysts. One doesn't exclude the other — but be aware of which you consume when.
04
Never copy blindly
The creator's portfolio is the creator's portfolio. His risk tolerance, time horizon, and tax position are not yours. Use his analysis as a starting point, not a recipe.
05
Build your own process
The ultimate goal of following a good patreon is to one day not have to follow it anymore. Internalize the principles, build a checklist, create your investment thesis template. Independence is the goal.
06
Be critical of track records
Screenshots of +64% gains are easy to pick out. Always ask: what is the overall portfolio performance? How does it compare to the index? Over how long? Historical returns are, as always, no guarantee.
07
Value community, not just content
A Discord community full of engaged, analytical like-minded people is sometimes worth more than the creator's own posts. Discussion creates deeper understanding than passive consumption.
08
Diversify your information sources
Pay for a maximum of one or two Patreons at a time. Supplement with free primary sources: annual reports, Riksbank reports, the company's own presentations, the SEC's EDGAR database.
09
Set a fixed monthly budget
Decide in advance how much you'll spend on financial education per month — just like a gym membership. $200–$400 is reasonable. Any more than that and you risk it stealing from your actual investment capacity.
10
Patience is the real advantage
No patreon, no matter how good, can replace time in the market. Start early, invest regularly, and let compound interest do its job. It's the only "edge" available to everyone.
Summary
The conclusion: Stable foundation always wins
Stock Patreons are a genuinely useful tool in the hands of the right person at the right time. The Swedish segment is astonishingly strong — that a Swedish account ranks among the world's top four in finance on Patreon is proof of how deeply embedded the stock culture is in Sweden.
But there is a distinction that is crucial: information is not knowledge, and knowledge is not wisdom. You can read every post Stockrobber writes and still make bad decisions if you don't integrate it into your own framework.
The best way to use a stock mentor is to treat them as a teacher, not an oracle. Learn from the analysis. Question. Build your own process. And remember, the most profitable investment you can make is still in your own understanding — not in someone else’s advice.
Trade Tuesday is about building a stable foundation. And a solid foundation is not built with quick tips. It is built with time, repetition, and a curiosity that never fades.
Stable Foundation.
Tuesday after Tuesday.
Trade Tuesday is Amaelle's weekly day for finance, trading and investment thinking. Part of the 7-day Amaelle universe; amaelle.life · #TradeTuesday · #FirmFoundation
