In this educational article, we will discuss the hidden costs of trading. 1 - Brokers' Commissions Trading commission is the brokers' fee for opening a trading position. Usually, it is calculated based on the size of the trade. Though most of the traders believe that trading commissions are too low to even count them, the fact is that trading on consistent...
A few years ago, few people were familiar with prop trading, but it has gained popularity in recent years as an alternative to traditional PAMM accounts. With PAMM accounts, traders manage investors' funds but must first attract and convince these investors. In contrast, prop trading offers a more straightforward approach to fund management that initially appears...
In the world of trading, success often hinges on making informed decisions based on reliable analysis. However, relying on a single indicator or tool can sometimes lead to false signals and missed opportunities. This is where the concept of trading confluence comes into play. Trading confluence refers to the alignment of multiple indicators, tools, or analysis...
HON happens to be oversold. But I didn't choose it for that reason. I chose it mostly to teach a couple of lessons about trading. I won't probably be updating this idea daily though, because I'm not trading it and I have too many other things to keep track of already. I will try to check in on it once a week or so. So why did I choose HON? If you asked 100...
DISCLAIMER: This is not trade advice. Trading involves real risk. Do your own due diligence. TUTORIAL: Today, I demonstrate the thought process and mechanical steps I take when trading my Multi-Timeframe strategy. We take a look at US Treasuries, which have offers a classic lesson in how to apply this approach. As you will see, throughout the year, this...
In this educational lesson, we will explain the concept of swing trading so that aspiring traders can learn how it works and what it means. Swing trading is considered a short to medium-term strategy that aims to trade specific market “swings” or oscillations within a broader trend. Swing trading is not day trading, and it is not long-term investing. Instead, it...
I’ve spent 8 years in crypto , and here’s what I’ve discovered ⏬ ------------------- ▪️ Throughout my journey, I’ve met hundreds of ambitious traders, but today only a few remain —those who were willing to wait and those who didn’t dream of quick profits. ▪️ According to most official studies, only 1-3% of traders make money. ▪️ Only 1% can overperform...
price action of Gold Spot (XAU/USD) in relation to the trendlines and patterns indicated. Chart Analysis 1. Weekly Flag Trendline: - The first chart shows a trendline forming a "flag" pattern on a higher time frame (possibly weekly or daily). This flag appears to be a bullish continuation pattern, indicating that after the consolidation within the flag, the...
TradingViewers, this one will take you back to basics. In this Idea we visit a tool that’s as essential as your morning coffee — the Moving Average (MA). This indicator is the market’s smoothing instrument, ironing out the noise and letting you see the trend for what it really is. What’s a Moving Average? Think of the Moving Average as the market’s...
Technical Analysis Using Elliott Wave Principles on exampled chart of SBI Cards (Daily Time Frame) This analysis is for educational purposes only and is not intended as financial or trading advice. Market movements are inherently uncertain, and the analysis is based on one possible interpretation of the Elliott Wave structure. Please consult a financial advisor...
Welcome to our 2-part series on how to trade the two most intense, liquid, and volatile periods of the trading day: the open and the close. These moments bookend the trading session and are critical for traders who thrive on fast-paced environments. In Part 1, we’ll focus on the open—the first hour after the market bell rings. We will explore why this period...
Understanding Previous day closes. Morning call we said down then up.. and that exactly what we did... Bullish above 5608 Bearish Below 5608 Market Goes up and down... we dont care.... Stay Frosty!
Understanding Economic Indicators Economic indicators help us understand the state and direction of the economy, providing valuable information across the various sectors. Indicators of economic growth are widely used by businesses, investors, traders, policymakers, and individuals who care about their financial future. In this FXOpen article, we will provide...
We identify high-quality trade opportunities by focusing on key support and resistance levels. By respecting these fundamental price points, traders can enhance their decision-making process. Support levels act as a floor where buying interest tends to emerge, while resistance levels serve as a ceiling where selling pressure usually mounts. Recognizing and...
For sending Alerts from Tradingview to Telegram i made 2 tutorial vidoes. There were alot of requests to make a video about sendign Alerts with screenshot of the chart . My friend Trendoscope also recommended to me to work on this feature , now i have made a video that does this task. To use this method Amazon AWS lambda service is used , what lambda does is...
This video is really designed to teach you some basics about Fibonacci Price Theory (FPT) Analysis. I wanted to show you how I see the charts using FPT and why, sometimes, I might be seeing things differently than you do on the charts. In my world, there are simple constructs that are evident on every chart. Supply & Demand zones, trending/flagging, and most...
Bots vs Brains; The hidden edge of Human touch in trading A random Google search on the internet about forex trading robots reveals thousands of forex robots exist. With all these trading robots promising handsome returns in the shortest time, the forex trading industry should be minting new millionaires daily. However, statistics from forex brokers paint a sad...
Hello traders. In this article, we dive deeper into another detailed way of seeing Bitcoin's potential end-of-cycle pattern. This is the 2nd part to the previous post that discusses Bitcoin's cycle using the Elliott Wave Theory - a comprehensive and subjective theory. Here, we will be exploring an alternative scenario that builds on our previous concept of...