I came across this price action pattern today that I’ve seen before. I thought it may be worth documenting for the future. I have noticed that there are times when a strong bullish trend is presented when there is a smaller slow down candle. Then, shortly thereafter, a relatively stronger bullish candle. There have been […]
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Introduction The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is a crucial economic indicator that measures the average change over time in the prices paid by urban consumers for a market basket of consumer goods and services. This index is not only a marker of inflation but also a tool heavily monitored by investors, especially those involved in
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In the high-stakes arena of futures trading, success is not just measured by the wins, but significantly, by how losses are managed and accepted. The difference between perennial winners and those who struggle lies in their mentality towards losses. This article explores the vital concept that, paradoxically, the best losers are the ones who often
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In the fast-paced world of futures trading, where fortunes can be made or lost in the blink of an eye, it might seem counterintuitive to talk about patience as a virtue. After all, the markets wait for no one. However, the seasoned traders know that patience is not just a virtue; it’s an essential strategy
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Got a late start this morning, so I decided to take a breath and watch a trading video or two. I recently came across the Peachy Investor channel and I have to say this lady gets it! I know, I know, there’s a lot of “experts” on YouTube. But, what I like about her is
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First, I’ll catch up. Yesterday, I blew an existing PA account AND a new one. I typically trade two contracts and then play around with what I call a “quickie” ATM strategy. Basically, a quick scalp for one lot with a $50 target. I use it when I see a quick dip in a strong
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Day trading can be both exhilarating and challenging, requiring quick decisions and a solid understanding of market movements. One of the keys to successful day trading is the effective use of technical indicators. Technical indicators are mathematical calculations based on the price, volume, or open interest of a security or contract. By providing traders with
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Support and resistance levels are price levels on a chart that tend to act as barriers, preventing the price of an asset from moving beyond a certain point. Support levels are considered the price levels at which buying pressure is expected to be strong enough to prevent the price from declining further, while resistance levels are the price levels at which selling pressure is expected to be strong enough to prevent the price from rising further.
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Controlling emotions while trading futures is crucial for success in the fast-paced and often volatile world of financial markets. Futures trading involves the agreement to buy or sell a particular commodity or financial instrument at a predetermined future date and price, and it can lead to significant gains or losses. Emotional decision-making can lead to
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