I would usually share trade ideas here but instead, I’d like to ask a question to the day traders among us. When you start your day, how do you pick good candidates (on the tsx) for trading on 5m or 15m timeframe. Do you stick to 1 or a few stock that you trade everyday or do you adjust daily? If you stick to the same few stocks, why those specific stocks? When...
Hello, Trade identification is the process through which you are able to identify setups that can be actioned on in the markets. For this example, I shall be using the BTCUSD chart to chant my path as I look for tradeable setups. 1: Structure drawing Identifying the structure of trades is very key since it creates a sense of knowing where the market is at from...
Welcome, traders and investors, to our educational post on ascending and descending triangles! In the fast-paced world of financial markets, understanding chart patterns like these is crucial for making informed trading decisions. Ascending and descending triangles are powerful tools that provide valuable insights into market dynamics and potential price...
Hello, dear friend! As a fan of the Elliott Wave Principle, I have dedicated the past three years to studying, gaining experience, and improving my skills as an analyst and trader. Although the journey has been and continues to be challenging, it has been remarkably rewarding. My goal is to share personal insights and experiences and provide valuable...
The third “stream” of incoming real data, which simply cannot be ignored when analyzing a chart, is volumes. I’ll try to explain why the third stream, what are the first two. On any chart of a trading instrument there are two scales, price and time. These are two real and independent incoming data streams. All Technical Analysis studies them inside and...
TradingView has just introduced an innovative feature on their charts known as the Volume Footprint . This tool represents a significant advancement in chart analysis, offering a detailed view of trading activity and volume at specific price levels. Are you interested in gaining an early advantage by becoming one of the initial traders to master this new tool...
Gold prices are affected by Treasury yields and Consumer Price Index (CPI) data. High inflation typically leads to higher Treasury yields due to low unemployment and an overheating economy, which can decrease gold's appeal due to rising unemployment, making gold more attractive as a safe investment. Thus, gold tends to decline with high Treasury yields in...
Stock has RSI divergence on daily chart potential for trend reversal .
How Do Grid Trading Strategies Work? Grid trading stands as a distinctive strategy within the trading realm, offering a structured approach to navigating market volatility. By strategically placing buy and sell orders at predefined intervals, this method eschews the need to determine the market direction, instead harnessing the inherent fluctuations of the...
The historical pattern known as the seasonal divergence "Sell in May, and Go away" was popularized by the Stock Trader's Almanac, which stated that investing in stocks represented by the Dow Jones Industrial Average November through April and switching to fixed income for the remaining six months "would have delivered reliable returns with reduced risk since...
Applying risk management in forex trading is crucial for long-term success. Here are some key steps: 1. **Define Risk Tolerance:** Determine how much you're willing to risk on each trade. This is typically a percentage of your trading capital. 2. **Set Stop Losses:** Place stop-loss orders to limit potential losses on each trade. These orders automatically close...
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized the need for continued patience in monitoring inflation trends during his remarks at the Foreign Bankers’ Association's annual meeting in Amsterdam on Tuesday. Powell highlighted that while there was some easing of inflation in the U.S. last year, the first quarter showed unexpectedly high inflation rates, which were...
Hi all, This is the first (stream replacement) educational video with a very quick overview of volume. Tradingview just released the new Footprint Beta tool. It's something I asked them for a long time ago, so I am glad it's finally here! In this video I cover the time-price-opportunity tool as well as visible and fixed range. Leading into footprint. This is...
Introduction to Yield Futures In the complex world of financial markets, Treasury Yield Futures offer investors a pathway to be exposed to changes in U.S. treasury yields. Among these instruments, the Micro 10-Year and Micro 2-Year Yield Futures stand out due to their granularity and accessibility. These futures contracts reflect the market's expectations for...
Navigating the Financial Waters: A Detailed Trading Plan for Investors 1. Objective Setting and Strategic Goals: Theoretical Underpinnings Setting objectives in trading should be deeply rooted in financial theory and personal psychological analysis. The Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT) introduced by Harry Markowitz , which focuses on maximizing return for a...
Gold prices are influenced by Treasury yields and economic data from the Producer Price Index (PPI). When inflation rises, Treasury yields tend to increase, often driven by higher employment rates and an overheating economy, which can push gold prices down. Conversely, when deflationary trends appear, Treasury yields typically fall, often due to higher...
Auction Market Theory (AMT) is a conceptual framework used to understand the dynamics of financial markets, viewing them as auctions where buyers and sellers interact to determine prices. Although the AMT was initially developed to understand & analyse price action movements in the stock market, some of its core concepts can also be applied to any market,...
AT A GLANCE: Despite ongoing geopolitical conflict, oil prices and volatility are relatively low A rise in U.S. crude production and weak demand in China are helping oil inventories maintain average levels Considering many factors like the Russia-Ukraine war, OPEC+ cutting production by 3.6 million barrels per day and conflict in the Middle East, many...