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BTCUSD: Watch For These Signs To Confirm New Bullish Leg.BTCUSD update: Price finds support within the 8171 to 4983 zone and attempts to retrace higher. In this report I am going to discuss the next resistance level and some possibilities as buyers return to this market. As I wrote in my previous report, 8171 to 4983 is the largest magnitude .618 support area based on the entire price structure of this market. There is no other support area more relevant than this one. As suspected, buyers are slowly reentering the market as the Senate hearings put the general sentiment at ease. The general sell off is nothing more than a typical over reaction, and now is the time to watch carefully for the follow through as the market firms up. Keep in mind, as bullish as I have been and continue to be, this market is not out of the clear yet in terms of bearish structure. 8427 is the first level that needs to be cleared which will indicate that the current bearish leg is more than likely complete. From there, price is likely to test the 9887 to 10836 resistance zone (minor .618 of resent bearish swing) which is somewhat in line with the broad bearish trend line. This minor resistance serves as an initial target to lock in profits for any aggressive longs taken during the recent lows. What will determine if a broader momentum change is in effect is the next bear test. What makes these lows very tricky is there is no way to know if this is the beginning of a broader move up, or another head fake that will lead to a retest of the lows. If you are long from more aggressive entries, the best thing to do in this situation in my opinion is to now wait for supportive structure to unfold if you want to add to your position. There are three scenarios to watch for: the shallow pullback (often a couple of very small range candles), the higher low, and the double bottom (retest of 6K). If this market conforms to one of these scenarios, and does not make new lows, then there is a better chance a broader bullish move is in play rather than a bearish retrace back to lower lows. Also the fact that price is firming in a major support zone adds a lot of weight to any bullish formation that appears. In summary, being aware of risk is more important than rewards. This market still has room to test the low 7Ks or even 6K, but is less likely to go beyond that. With this in mind, you can better prepare for buying opportunities and manage risk as the market chooses its path. Choosing to be aggressive (buying into weakness) or conservative (buying upon structural confirmation) is all dependent on your risk profile and personality. In my case, I am long from an average price of 10800. I am open to adding but only on confirmation of structure. Playing the bigger picture in this way requires the patience and discipline to stick to the overall plan and not be swayed or shaken by immediate price movements. If you find yourself reacting to every little data point in this market, it means you have not chosen a time horizon. Start with the big picture and small size, that is a simple and effective way to keep probabilities and risk much more favorable. Questions and comments welcome.
BITFINEX:BTCUSD
by MarcPMarkets
52
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by EDWARDCASHTRADER
64
ETHUSD: Bulls Drive Price Into Resistance. Think Best Practices.ETHUSD update: The consolidation breaks from the higher low off of the 1K area and is now in the middle of a resistance zone. If you are long from the lows, this is a time to lock in SOME profit, NOT initiate new positions. At the moment, the major coin markets BTC, LTC and this one are moving together, just not at the same rate. What you are seeing in this market is the type of price action I am anticipating in BTC up to the 15 to 16K levels. This market has reached it's proportional resistance at the 1216 to 1304 area (.618 of recent bearish structure) which is an inflection point. The support and resistance levels that I notate on my charts serve as reference points to anticipate a crowd reaction but exactly how that reaction will unfold is unknown. It is a matter of recognizing and evaluating patterns that develop in those predetermined areas. At the moment price is pushing into a proportional resistance. This is an area where price is more likely to run out of steam momentarily and sell orders accumulate. This is why I always emphasize locking in SOME profit if you are long from lower levels. This is a best practice that reduces risk and still allows you to participate IF the market continues higher. IF you are driven by greed (typical herd mentality) and plan to sell nothing until this market reaches some fixed number "the top", you will under perform in the long run because you will be exposed to much higher risks. Shorting this market is also a high risk behavior unless you have the flexibility and attention to act quickly in terms of both taking profits or exiting a loss. Expectations need to be in line with the bigger picture in order to capture a broader move, and weakness is clearly not the broader market bias in my opinion. So if you were not positioned for this move at lower levels, where do you buy now? The 1074 level is a minor support (.382 of recent bullish swing) and serves as a reference point for new swing trade long positions. The key is to wait for 1. price to retrace to the level (may or may not happen), 2. wait for a reversal of some kind to appear (candle or chart pattern) and then 3. Evaluate risk and determine a reasonable target. If price never pulls back, then there is no trade, you move on and find something else. Can price still fall apart? Yes, because anything can happen. Price may retest 1074 and fall right through for whatever reason. For me, any extreme move below 1K becomes a position trade buying opportunity because I recognize the broader intent of this market. In summary, these markets are especially driven by emotions thanks to their novelty and large unprofessional population of participants. To capitalize on this, you must not let greed and fear govern your decision making. When a market reaches a resistance, even if it is slightly more likely to break through (like this market) you lock in profit if you have some, and hold onto some to see what happens. Otherwise you wait to see IF the market offers another opportunity at a projected level. Opinions and feelings will only lead to random performance which equates to nothing more than a gambling mentality. The first step you can take to minimize this natural thought framework is to learn to focus on risk, because real losses are what take you out of the game, not missing out on profits. Follow best practices and focus on always minimizing risk, and the profits will take care of themselves. Questions and comments welcome.
BITFINEX:ETHUSD
by MarcPMarkets
21
BTCUSD: Higher Low Implies Consolidation Breakout To Test 13K?BTCUSD update: Small consolidation forming around the 10988 support boundary on top of a series of pin bars within the support zone. I interpret this price action as a quiet accumulation. The higher low that has materialized at the 10534 to 9989 support zone points to bullish momentum increasing and a likely break above the 11871 to 12316 minor resistance zone. Higher lows typically lead to higher highs, it is a classic momentum reversal pattern. The fact that this structure is forming within a major support area is a bullish sign. The confirmation of bullish momentum is when price pushes through the 11871 to 12316 zone which is the .618 area of the most recent bearish swing. IF this market breaks 13K, it will signal higher prices to come. I am not short, but if I was, I would certainly be tightening stops or simply looking to get out. My position is long and my average price is around the mid 12Ks. I am still looking to lock in some profits in the 15K range. What about buying more? If you are not long yet, prices are still attractive for swing and position trades long. For swing trades, risk can be defined by the 10276 or 9900 lows which serve as reference points for stops. These stops may seem wide relative to current prices, but that is the nature of the structure in place at the moment. Taking long positions in this area has to be done with careful sizing in order to keep risk under control. IF the market tests the lows once more (which can happen) I will be looking to add more to my position upon the appearance of another bullish pin bar. Again I do not know if this scenario will occur, but if it unfolds, I am prepared to take action. The prices that I have in mind are the 10534 to 9989 area (.618 of minor bullish swing) or the 9683 reversal zone boundary. In summary, I can understand why some less experienced traders think this market is bearish. They are too focused on the small picture. Not only is the big picture technically still bullish, but we are in an expanding business environment which will keep these markets generally supportive. In such conditions it is better to buy near lows and hold for the next bull run which can lead this market back to the 16 to 17Ks without much effort, it is just a matter of the right catalyst. Effective positioning requires the perspective to buy when the herd is still bearish and sell when the market starts pushing into resistance zones. Most importantly you must have a perspective and plan your decisions around a small number of well defined scenarios, and then let the market choose. That is a great way to separate from the herd and capitalize on its impulsive nature. Questions and comments welcome.
BITFINEX:BTCUSD
by MarcPMarkets
25
BTCUSD: Reversal In Progress, Longs Still Attractive?BTCUSD update: Higher low formation established as price found support off the 10K area. Price momentum is also transitioning to bullish as this market attempts to climb out of the major support zone of 10534 to 8656. The focus now is to watch for follow through and prepare for the possibility of a failed low. As I wrote in my previous report, I placed a buy stop to add to my position in the 10990 area and was filled. I do not have any stops or target orders placed since it is just an add to my existing position trade from 13150. I am keeping risk mitigated by not using margin and keeping my size relatively small. If for whatever reason price collapses, it will not be too uncomfortable and I will probably look to add more. From a technical stand point, this market is in a good position to build the next bullish swing. The low put in at 9900 followed by a solid bullish candle is a good form of confirmation. When I wrote about this in my previous report, price was around the 10400 area, and I said you can buy into the low, take more risk, but get a better price, OR you can wait for confirmation, not get the best price, but have momentum on your side. I chose the more conservative scenario since I would rather have momentum in my favor. In terms of structure, this higher low formation is not only coming off of a minor support zone of 10534 to 9989 (.618 of recent bullish swing) but it is also coming out of a broader overlapping support of 10988 to 8656 area (.618 of broad bullish structure). This combination makes this area attractive for both swing trades and position trades since the rally potential off of this area is of a broader magnitude. In other words this is a big picture support and IF price bounces, a retest of the mid 14Ks to mid 15Ks is very reasonable. At the moment, this market is still within an attractive area to get long since the reward/risk and momentum are both favorable. The key is sizing in a way that is inline with your risk tolerance because a failure from here can take price back to the 9Ks. Any swing trades from here and you are looking at around 600 points of risk at least. Can this market still collapse? Of course it can. The bearish scenario to be mindful of is a break below 9900. That will put price back into the lower reversal zone boundary near 9683 and nearer the 8658 low of the larger support zone. This area is where I would anticipate the failed low formation. This is when price goes slightly lower and reverses dramatically. Often this scenario appears to be very bearish as it initially unfolds, and then results in a false break. I am not saying this will happen, I am just laying out the possibilities in order to plan ahead just in case. This is how you avoid reacting, which is typical of the herd. In summary, this market is starting to trade slower compared to the way it was behaving back in December. It is not moving 2K points per day. At that time I was writing that the futures will bring balance to these markets, not a push to 30K. Balance means slower, range bound type markets which is more in line with reality. Realistic markets offer unlimited opportunities as well, but to capitalize on them structured decision making is a major requirement. As far as my position trade long, I plan to lock in some profit in the low to mid 14Ks and then see what happens from there. A run back up to the 16350 area is very reasonable as well. Either way, I have a plan and I adjust as the market provides new information. Questions and comments welcome.
BITFINEX:BTCUSD
by MarcPMarkets
21
BTCUSD: Stability Forming Still Points To Higher Prices?BTCUSD update: Minor retrace takes price back to the 11K area while an inside bar is unfolding at the moment. This could be the beginning of the higher low formation that can take price back up into the 15Ks. Higher lows often lead to higher highs and are a general sign of strength. The formation at the moment is NOT an official higher low because the current candle is still open. IF this candle closes inside the range of the previous candle, it will be an inside bar. From there, IF price breaks above the inside bar high, I would consider that a trigger for a swing trade long. 10960 area can serve as a reference point for risk, while the first reasonable target is 14K. This puts reward/risk at around 2:1. IF price closes weak and no inside bar is established, then I will be watching for price to stabilize around the 10534 to 9989 area. This area is the .618 minor support of the recent bullish swing, but what also makes it interesting is all the overlap. This minor support is within a broader .618 zone that is relevant to the bullish structure that lead to the 20K high. On top of that, just below this area is the 9683 reversal zone boundary which is measured from the 10988 low. What does all this mean? There is a better chance price finds stability somewhere near or within the 10988 to 8656 area. Good place to take profits on shorts if you are short, and to look for bigger picture longs such as position and swing trades. Keep in mind this all dependent on the close of the current candle. At all times, many scenarios can unfold, but by limiting our scope to a smaller number of possibilities we gain the ability to make decisions that are more in line with what the market WANTS to do rather than what we want it to do. As long as price stays above the 9683 area, there is a greater chance of a higher low, it is just a matter of WHERE the market chooses to establish the formation. Also the reason I am using 14K as an initial target is because it is just below the 14211 to 15525 resistance zone which is the .618 area of the recent bearish structure. I prefer to lock in some profits while I can, and below the proportional area where sell orders are more likely to accumulate. In summary, navigating a trading market requires a well defined decision making process. Charts serve as a guide to evaluate possibilities and risk, but the key to utilizing them most effectively is to view them with a flexible mindset. There is no precision, only probabilities and estimates. This is why following an analytical framework and set of basic rules puts you steps ahead of the impulsive herd who continuously make and give back profits as they are driven to act by their greed and fear. We are obviously all in this to capitalize on opportunities, but in order to do that, the focus really should be on best practices rather than profits. Profits over time come as a derivative of quality decision making which is rooted by structure. Questions and comments welcome.
BITFINEX:BTCUSD
by MarcPMarkets
20
BTCUSD: Bullish Momentum Returns. Eyeing 15K Target.BTCUSD update: Price is making its way higher as anticipated now that it has penetrated the 11600 resistance area. The bigger picture presents a bullish pennant formation which continues to point to an eventual retest of 20K or higher. You can interpret this environment in many similar ways depending on how you draw the parallel trend lines. Bullish flag, pennant, etc. The idea to take away is this short term price pattern is a broad bullish continuation pattern. Which for me, means this market is more than likely not going any lower than 8K. On top of that if you consider the highly bullish context of the general environment and velocity of expanding technology, it all points to strength. If you have not taken any longs yet, there is still opportunity, but risk has slightly increased. The 11600 old support/new resistance level has been compromised which indicates bullish momentum is present. The problem is buying in this area is essentially the same as buying in the middle of a range where price action is most random. In terms of a position trade long, a lower risk alternative is to start a very small position, something like 20% or less of your usual position size. The idea behind this is if price continues higher without any significant retrace, at least you capture some of it while keeping risk under control. If price pulls back, (which is very possible at current levels) you can then add to your position on the formation of a subsequent higher low. The price area to anticipate such a formation is now the 10534 to 9989 support zone which is the .618 area relative to the recent bullish swing. The scenario I would prefer to see is price retesting the low at 9683 for a double bottom or failed low formation. I DON'T KNOW if this will happen, but if it does I am prepared to buy more. When I position trade, I am participating on the broader time frame which means using stops will not be effective since price moves can be sharp and dramatic. I prefer to control my risk with careful sizing. IF the market collapses (ANYTHING CAN HAPPEN), I will not be as affected because I only add when the market is in line with my scenario, not against it. If price works its way up to the 15K area which is in the middle of the 14211 to 15525 resistance zone (.618 of recent bearish swing), I will be looking to LOCK IN some profit from my position trade. You may wonder: Why sell there when it's going to 20K? I am not controlled by greed. I lock in profits when the herd gets excited and buys into an area where there is a better chance the market will pull back again. I make decisions based on estimates and general probabilities, not feelings. Plus there is no guarantee that this market will reach 20K. And if it does, I will still have a small portion of my original position. One other notable observation about the 15K area is it also overlaps with the upper boundary of the bullish pennant formation. If price cannot break out, then there is a better chance of it retesting the middle or lower regions of the pennant. In summary, if you find yourself confused in a market like this, the first thing to do is zoom out and to get a clearer perspective. So many people get caught up on the smaller time frames, that they lose perspective of the broader intent of the market which always carries more weight. This market is bullish, even if it pulls back and retests the lows, that would be a buying opportunity in my opinion. Keep in mind my bullish outlook is also based on the context of this environment which is also another factor often overlooked by inexperienced traders. As far as adding to my position, I am choosing to wait for a retest of the 10534 to 9989 area for a reversal formation. Remember effectiveness in trading does not come from charts and indicators. It comes from knowing how to put the information derived from such tools into perspective in light of your own risk tolerance. Questions and comments welcome.
BITFINEX:BTCUSD
by MarcPMarkets
37
BTCUSD: Minor Support Test Can Lead To Much Higer Prices?BTCUSD update: 11600 resistance taken out indicates bullish momentum returning while this market can be setting up for a broader move back to the 14211 to 15525 resistance area. If you are not long yet, the retrace to watch for is the 10242 to 9822 minor support zone. In my previous report, I wrote about the outside bar like formation (it wasn't an outside bar exactly, but it had the same effect). This served as a helpful indication that price was most likely on its way higher and since it was coming from an overlap of key support levels, it was a good place to consider position trade longs. Now that price is attempting to push through the old support/new resistance of the 11600 level, it can be preparing to establish a momentum reversal structure such as a higher low. The price area that I am watching for is the 10242 to 9822 zone which is a minor .618 support area relevant to the recent bullish retrace. It is also just above the 9683 boundary of the reversal zone where price established a swing low. If price can retest and reverse off of this minor support, that would be a signal for a swing trade long. If you are not long yet, this scenario offers an attractive area to establish such a position because the risk can be clearly defined by 9683 and potential target around the 14211 to 15525 zone. IF price fails to make a new low, that would present a sign of stability and increase the chances of higher prices in the near future. I have been long and will add if the higher low unfolds. Also IF the market offers the opportunity, I plan to lock in SOME profits in the mid to higher 14KS. For those who have been reading my reports for some time, I hope it is now clear why I also emphasize locking in some profits while you can. This is what a more normal trading environment is like, not that unrealistic non stop new highs that we saw weeks ago. Can price still fall apart? Sure, anything can happen and that is why we must always consider risk and manage it through stops and proper position sizing. The sign that would negate my bullish scenario is a break of the 9683 low without any immediate recovery or failed low price action. I believe this scenario is much less likely, BUT if it happens, at least take measures to protect yourself. In summary, one of the best lessons you can take away from the recent correction is when the market offers profits, TAKE some and wait for the next correction. Like I wrote weeks ago, vertical markets breed bad habits. Warped expectations and gut feel trading only lead to trouble. When corrections like this happen, and they always do, they shake out all the participants who had no sense of risk, or plan and were consumed by their greed. Greed and fear are at the forefront of the herd mentality, and the first step to separating yourself from that is to structure your investment and decision making process. Current market conditions are more realistic and require skill to navigate, and skill is not about what indicator to put on your chart. It is about structuring your thought process in a way that allows you to recognize and interpret market risk and potential. Buying supports in broader bullish markets and selling near resistance levels is a simple and effective best practice, but you have to put your greed and fear aside in order achieve better results consistently. Questions and comments welcome.
BITFINEX:BTCUSD
by MarcPMarkets
38
ETHUSD: Higher Low Forming Sets Up Next Attempt To 1424.ETHUSD update: The 1291 minor support level has generally held while price is attempting to retest the level again. The resulting higher low formation is a reversal structure that implies strength. On top of that price has been consolidating into a triangle which often results in trend continuation. I wrote about the swing trade potential around the 1291 level in my previous report while this market was pushing into the 1250s. I also wrote that IF price can show some form of reversal pattern in the area, it would offer a swing trade opportunity because risk will be better defined compared to the current 1459 target. As of now, I am long from 1311.65 with a stop at 1243 and target at 1395. The reward/risk is actually 1.2/1. It is not spectacular, but what I am looking at more is the price structure and probability of the bigger picture trend reasserting itself. Price may be fluctuating over the next day or so, but the bias is clearly bullish based on price structure. Price has also tested a projected support (1291) twice resulting in a higher low which is a clear momentum reversal pattern. The current candle took out the previous candle high and is attempting to close strong. For MY swing trade plan, there is enough criteria to take a risk because I am now in line with the momentum and bigger picture trend. Have I gone mad? Has the market finally sucked me into an emotional trade? Not quite. I am simply following my plan. I am in line with the trend, a support as been tested and established and price is now testing it again showing signs of a higher low within a triangle while I can clearly quantify risk and a reasonable target. On top of that, this triangle can be interpreted as a sub wave 4 of the 5th wave that I have been writing about as well. This structure implies there is a better chance for at least one more test of the high. This trade is slightly aggressive because it is off of a minor support, and I did not wait for the current candle to close strong, but I am willing to take those chances in light of a bigger picture that is generally bullish. There is no perfection or precision, it is a matter of risk tolerance and context. If this market falls apart, which is always a possibility, I have a stop in place. It is wide, BUT I compensate for that with my size. In summary, one of the basic tenets of TA is "history repeats itself" and that is what pattern recognition is all about. I have seen this situation countless times, and when enough factors line up within the criteria of MY plan, then I am comfortable taking risk. The current price action FOR ME is clearly presenting one of those opportunities. Charts offer tools to help organize price information, but if your experience is limited when it comes to interpreting that information, then you will have trouble seeing the "context" which is not as obvious. This is one of the reasons why everyone was calling for BTC to go to 5K and I went long at 13150. Interpreting context requires a deep understanding of how markets work and is a function of experience which goes beyond what you can see on a chart. Things change fast in these markets, and that is why holding onto an opinion is not a good idea, especially on smaller time frames. I look for factors to line up that help me determine direction, risk and reward. Once I have that information, and it is acceptable to MY tolerance, I take a trade and that is what you see here. Comments and questions welcome.
BITFINEX:ETHUSDLong
by MarcPMarkets
23
ETHUSD: 1540 Target Within Reason But Risk Of Reversal High?ETHUSD update: 1424 all time high made as this market pushes its way into a potential reversal zone. In this report I am going to talk about the next potential supports and what to make of the current wave count. First, let's talk best practices. On a new high, it is always a good idea to lock in some profit. This does not mean sell your entire position. It means to take some profit while you can and look to buy back in if there is a pull back. I keep reading over and over, "HOLD" but that is greed talking and these same people are going to be the ones to buy from when they are shaken out during a sharp retrace. Can this market go higher? Sure. No one can predict the top, but at least you have a chance to capitalize on the buyers while they are still buying enthusiastically. As far as the reversal zone: this market is in a high risk area. This is defined by the 1459 upper boundary of the projection measured from the 1069 low. That does not guarantee that it will reverse, but it should be very clear that this level is NOT an attractive place to initiate a new long position. Why not short? Price may be in an attractive area to short, BUT there is no confirmation at all which makes the idea low probability at the moment. What about the wave count? I always write about when 5 waves are in place, the chance of a broader retrace increases. As you can see there was a retrace attempt that took this market to the .382 of the recent bullish structure at the 1069 area, and the support held. Since 5 waves were in place, I was expecting that support to be compromised which would be more in line with the broader correction scenario. So what happened? The market negated the wave count. This happens, and is the reason why as short term traders we must always be flexible and open to anything. This is also why having the ability to interpret context comes into play significantly in situations like this. In a more normal environment, I would be looking for the current leg to be the B Wave, which implies a much steeper pullback to come. Based on the context of this environment though, I am not labeling this as a B wave. This is the Wave 5 of 5 which still has some room to run before facing the increased possibility of the broader correction again. How much higher? 1540 is a reasonable area to anticipate as the next target IF price pushes through the 1459 boundary without any bearish reversal activity. Remember there is little precision in TA. It offers ways to arrive at estimates that are derived from the information available at the moment. The retrace levels I am watching for in case of a shallow pullback are 1291 (.382 of recent bullish swing) and the 1206 to 1152 support zone (.618 of recent bullish swing). Based on the current structure, it is reasonable for this market to present a shallow retrace (subwave 4) and make one more attempt higher (subwave 5) before a broader correction is likely. In summary, just because the market has potential to go higher does not mean it is safe to take on a new position. Current levels offer a chance to lock some portion of profit for those who took risk at lower prices. At the same time, shorting may offer more attractive reward/risk, but without confirmation, you are selling into a situation where momentum is working against you which does not justify taking a risk in terms of MY trading plan. For me, the best thing to do is wait to see IF the market chooses to revisit a projected support level, wait for some form of reversal, and quantify risk from there for a swing trade long. There is no need to chase, because the market will eventually line up factors that make the most sense when it comes to reward/risk AND supportive momentum. Patience pays. Questions and comments welcome.
BITFINEX:ETHUSD
by MarcPMarkets
22
ETHUSD: 5 Wave Completion A Bearish Sign?ETHUSD update: 1382 all time high reached which was just 3 points shy of the target projection which completes 5 large magnitude waves. The possibility of a broader correction is now increased. In my previous report, I wrote about the possibility of a subwave Wave 4 correction before the bullish Wave 5 which is now in place. That scenario has played out and price has rejected the 2.618 target projection at 1385 which is a sign that all 5 larger magnitude waves are complete. Based on this structure, it is now reasonable to expect a broader correction. Keep in mind, I am not writing this based on feelings, or irrelevant opinions. It is based on the probabilities inherent within the market structure that is in place at the moment. How is this helpful? For one, I would not be looking to establish new longs at these levels because of the increased risk of retrace. How about shorts? The reward/risk is in favor of shorts BUT there is NO immediate reversal structure at the moment. Larger magnitude turning points are often a process and require time to unfold. One bearish bar is not enough to get short in my opinion. What would be a better scenario to justify a short position? A double top or lower high. That is when momentum aligns with the attractive reward/risk. Like I have written about before decisions are better when they are evidence based. And right now there is no evidence of a momentum reversal (a peak and a bearish inside bar is a good start, but not enough to justify risk). This is one of those areas where being flat makes the most sense for MY trading plan at the moment. Now keep in mind, when I write about a broader correction, reasonable levels to anticipate are the 872 to 738 support zone which is the .618 of the recent bullish structure. That is where I would look to put on a swing trade long if the price action can prove itself in that area. This type of correction can take days to unfold so a ton of patience is required. The reason why I am not that interested in the 1069 level (.382 of recent bullish swing) is because it is too shallow relative to the magnitude of correction that I am anticipating. In summary, the current situation in this market is very conflicting. On one side you have structure that signals a broader correction is more likely to unfold in the near future, while there are no reversal patterns in place (a single bar is not enough). In my opinion, until this market shows more clarity, it is easier to just stay flat. That is what my plan calls for. If your plan is more aggressive, that is fine, BUT you MUST take responsibility for your actions, because if you are going to blame others for your lack of experience, then you should NOT trade any market. My trading plan helps me not only to sort out the lower risk opportunities, but it also helps to filter out many would be losing trades. It has a cost though, and that is missing out on some good moves as well. I am okay with that because I know that generating profit and then losing it is more costly than missing out because its not just money you are losing, it is also confidence which you cannot put a value on. Opportunities in financial markets are infinite, while your capital is not. Comments and questions welcome.
BITFINEX:ETHUSD
by MarcPMarkets
60
BTCUSD: What To Watch For Within Key Resistance Area.BTCUSD update: Some selling activity is now appearing in the middle of the 16350 to 17876 resistance zone. This price action also happens to be in an area of overlapping resistance levels that I will explain further in this report. If price cannot recover quickly, it is more likely to retest the low 15K area. I have been writing about the 16350 to 17876 resistance zone for about two weeks. It is the .618 resistance area relative to the broader bearish structure off of the 19891 peak. Upon further evaluation, there are two additional levels within this zone that are also worth noting since they point to a increased chance of selling pressure. The 16923 level is the 1.618 target projected from the 12795 low. Often price will hesitate around these projections as it is doing now. The other level which is less relevant but still worth noting is the upper boundary of the reversal zone measured from the 16474 peak. This price is worth noting because it serves as a breakout point. If price pushes above, it is then much more likely to test 20K, if price can't break this level, then it is more likely to correct which can lead price back into the low 15Ks. Even though price is showing potential reversal activity at the moment, it still has to prove its weakness by breaking back below the 16450 and 16100 areas respectively. This is where letting the market prove itself comes into play. If you are in for a swing trade long, and prefer to be conservative, you can reduce risk now by exiting a portion of your position. If you prefer to be more aggressive, you can just hold until the market proves it wants to retrace further. Obviously you will lock in less profit but that is the trade off that you must accept by giving the market a chance to reward you further. A healthy correction from here would be the retest of 15070 (.382 of recent bullish structure) or the 14398 to 13766 area (.618 area relevant to recent bullish structure). That is the area to look to add to a position, or enter a new swing trade long upon a bullish reversal. In summary, the trading mindset is about anticipating. Anticipating means we consider a number of scenarios and then we evaluate new information to see which scenario the market is conforming to. At the moment this market is hesitating in an area where a significant correction can unfold from, BUT until it proves it wants to follow such a scenario, it is reasonable to expect continued strength. Having levels that are generated from market structure helps us to paint a better picture of what is within reason based on market movement, not our feelings or opinions. My plan is to initiate a swing trade long IF my projected supports can be reached and validated around the low 15Ks or low 14Ks as described above. Having such criteria helps me avoid being consumed by the reactionary emotions of greed and fear which is what drives the herd mentality. Questions and comments welcome.
BITFINEX:BTCUSD
by MarcPMarkets
27
ETHUSD: Push To 1045 Before Potential Correction?ETHUSD update: Price hesitates around 1000 which appears to be developing into a double top formation. Isn't this bearish? In this report I will evaluate the price action and consider what is more likely to follow based on market structure. The price structure leading up to the 1K area is bullish and has not shown any signs of significant weakness yet. The potential double top at the moment does not carry much weight. Why? Markets that are going to retrace often reject resistance areas quickly upon a retest, not float around the highs. Based on this price action, this market is more likely to consolidate on a smaller time frame and break higher. Which is also another way of saying it is NOT a good time to short this market. Based on the most recent pull back attempt, there is now a reversal zone boundary at the 1046 level. This means price can push slightly higher into new high territory and fail for a more significant retrace. This makes the area between current price and the 1045 area an attractive place to lock in some profit, and reduce risk. It is not an area to establish new swing trade or position trades long because the risk of retrace increases the higher it goes. The 978 area which has seen some price gyration is also a notable level because it is a 1.618 extension projected from the 642 low. These levels are usually not precise, but offer a good area to estimate a general target when it comes to assessing reward vs. risk. What all this means is this: To maximize your investment and your operations in this market, you need to at least have a sense of the time horizon for your position. If you are swing trading and bought in recently, this is an area to lock in profit to justify the risk taken, which means it is wiser to unload more of the position than less since the retrace risk is so high. If you are holding for longer term, and own from much lower prices, this also offers a chance to lock in some profit and reduce risk, but you have much more flexibility because a 20 to 30% retrace is much less threatening. Without some sense to time horizon, you will be at the mercy of the market. Your greed and fear will govern your decision making and more than likely get you to buy at the high and sell at the low. As far as buying goes, I am most interested in the retrace IF the market offers such an opportunity. The 881 level (.382 of recent bullish structure) is the first level I am watching for a possible bullish reversal. If price happens to retrace further, the 835 area (old resistance/new support) and the 788 to 724 zone (.618 of recent bullish structure) are the areas I will be watching for an attractive reward/risk opportunity as far as a swing trade goes. In summary, a key concept to remember about technical analysis is this: it offers a framework to organize market information in a way that helps us uncover clues as to what the market is more likely to do in the near future. It offers a way to measure and compare the decisions of the crowd and use that information to develop potential scenarios that the market is more likely to follow. It does not mean the market WILL follow. It is up to us to adjust as new information becomes available. When a market is on it's highs, as a swing trader, that is a place for me to take some profit and reduce risk. I don't care if it goes higher without me. IF the market is nice enough to offer a more attractive opportunity by pulling back to a support, then I will be happy to look for a place to get long in the area. Having this decision making structure allows me to operate in ways that stack probabilities in my favor, and give me a better chance of a profitable outcome on a repetitive basis. Having the ability to extract smaller profits repetitively is much more valuable than a single home run. Comments and questions welcome. Special thanks to The Henry Raines Show and @Goldbug1 for having me on as a guest. Listen to the archive: www.henryrainesshow.podomatic.com
BITFINEX:ETHUSD
by MarcPMarkets
30
BTCUSD: Bullish Momentum Can Lead Back To 20K.BTCUSD update: Bullish breakout and now attempting to retest the 16350 to 17876 resistance zone. The lower boundary of this zone is also the range high area as well. This is a good area to lock in profits upon any bearish reversals. At the moment, this market is showing continued signs of bullish momentum. When I say watch for bearish reversals, that does not mean I am bearish, I am just open and flexible to what the market can show next at such levels. Since the triple bottom formation off the 11600 low, this market has been producing high lows and higher highs. There is nothing bearish about that type of structure and implies bullish momentum. The current price area is very conflicting because the location implies a greater chance of selling, while price momentum shows no signs. So how do you navigate a situation like this? You go with the momentum until the market proves otherwise. To protect yourself and reduce risk, this area presents an opportunity to lock in profit, NOT get short (yet). Like I have explained in other reports, it is a best practice. Holding onto a smaller portion of your position allows you to participate if the market decides to break through the resistance zone and retest the 20K area. Since this market has broken out of a triangle, there is mounting evidence on the bullish side, especially since the low of the triangle represents a broad higher low on the bigger picture. Everyone gets caught up in the head and shoulders because they cannot see beyond the chart. Head and shoulders patterns are good for smaller time frame trading like day trading or scalping, not broad counter trend moves. The environment for this market is very bullish. Charts are a way to organize data and get a sense of temporary market intentions, not to base long term opinions on. As far as swing trades go, IF the market retraces and offers a lower risk buying opportunity, the levels to watch are the 14465 (.382 of recent bullish swing) or the 13420 to 12660 area (.618 of recent bullish swing). Also 15000 is worth noting because it would be a retest of the triangle boundary and a old resistance/new support. Bullish reversals in these area present more attractive buying opportunities in terms of risk compared to where price is now. Especially the 12,500 area which is the range low, great place to take a swing trade or position trade upon confirmation. In summary, anticipating which way the market is likely to move next is only one piece of the puzzle. Ultimately, the market leads and the best we can do is adjust or "listen". Right now this market is at a resistance which is an area to anticipate more selling than buying on the short term, BUT there are no significant signs and until there are, we can reduce some risk by locking in some profit or take no action until the price gives more of a reason. As long as the momentum does not change meaning price does not break any supports, or hardly retraces, then it is likely to continue higher. A push through the resistance zone can lead the way to a 20K retest, while any retest of support has a greater chance of holding as long as this market is generally strong. When you wait for a lower risk opportunity, like a bullish reversal off of a significant support, when situations like the one we have now come along, you have a lot of flexibility and favorable choices. This is much better than buying impulsively only to find yourself at the mercy of the market. Patience is strength, greed is weakness. Comments and questions welcome.
BITFINEX:BTCUSD
by MarcPMarkets
44
ETHUSD: Sub 1000 Psychological Resistance Area Higher Risk?ETHUSD update: 954 all time high reached as price reacts to the upper boundary of the 945 reversal zone. Price momentum is bullish and is likely to test 1000 but buying at current prices presents increased risk. This price action is nothing new. When you have strong markets like we have seen in these coins, it is still better to lock SOME profits at highs, and look to buy nearer supports. The biggest problem that I see with new investors is they are controlled by greed. They want to sell at the exact top and feel as if they have lost if the market goes higher without them. This is a normal reaction but must be identified and eliminated because this same greed is what leads to turning a winning position into a losing one. The 945 upper boundary of the reversal zone is a projected level that is measured from the 492 low. IF price fails within this zone, like it is now, that presents a situation that is similar to a double top but not as obvious. This zone, along with target extensions serve as better places to lock in profits, not establish new positions. Why not lock in all profits and just buy back on the pullback? The reason is there is no way to be certain that price will retrace or how much. By locking in some profit, you reduce risk if price decides to fall apart, and by holding onto some of the position allows you to continue to participate in the market IF it continues higher without any significant retrace. This is how a swing trade evolves into a position trade. We can't control profits, we can control risk. As far as where to buy now, the first level I am anticipating is the 835 minor support (.382 of recent bullish swing) which is also an old resistance/new support level (inversion). The second area is the 761 to 710 zone which is relative to the .618 of the recent bullish swing measured from the 640 low. Buying at these levels would be for a swing trade and would have a target some where in the high 900s. The risk has to be determined at the time of the entry. And that will be based on what kind of price action unfolds IF the market chooses to retest one of these areas. I would like to see a reversal pattern such as a double bottom or failed low before I consider anything else. What if price never pulls back? Then I miss the move. I do not care about how high or low markets go, I am only interested in opportunities that present a well defined risk, a signal that shows momentum is in my favor, and a target that is within reason and relatively attractive compared to the risk I have to take. It is possible price may hesitate to retrace and just continue higher to test the psychological 1K resistance, but the risk is unattractive at current levels. In summary, the concept of selling while you can is nothing new to professionals who are aware of the limitations of greed. When markets push highs, that is an opportunity to sell while buyers are plentiful, while selling the precise top is irrelevant. Buying strong markets at a low point offers greater reward potential at a lower risk. Controlling risk is what leads to long term success in any market, not home runs. In a case like this market, waiting for a retrace to a relevant level is the best I can do, especially when price is showing some signs of selling off of a projected resistance area. All markets eventually retrace and if the market I am interested refuses to, then I will look elsewhere for a market that offers opportunities that make much more sense in terms of the risk I have to take. Comments and questions welcome.
BITFINEX:ETHUSD
by MarcPMarkets
32
LTCUSD: Triangle Breakout Can Lead Back To 300?LTCUSD update: Consolidation breakout occurred with price now trading just under 250. At the moment, based on the current structure, momentum is bullish and is more likely to work its way into the 285 to 321 resistance zone. Just like BTC, this market has formed a higher low in recent price action which is clear momentum reversal. This formation has lead to the breakout of a triangle that has been developing for two weeks (since the 370 high.) The focus now is on the potential retrace levels that would offer an attractive reward/risk opportunity to go long. As I write this, price is hesitating within a mini consolidation (a series of inside bars) which is taking place within the area of a previous peak (257.40). This minor resistance can lead to a retest of the 234 level which is the .382 of the recent bullish structure, or the 219 to 210 support zone which is the .618 area relevant to the same structure. These levels are minor supports but do provide prices to watch that offer more attractive reward/risk compared to where price is now. IF price can retest these areas, a reversal pattern or higher low (just like the one in place around the 220 area) would be the justification to go long. As you can see from the chart. the target is the 285 to 321 resistance zone which is the .618 area relevant to the recent bearish structure. Price has been staying within these broader resistance and support zones which has lead to the triangle that is now obvious on the chart. Risk will have to be measured at the time the bullish reversal pattern occurs. What to avoid in a situation like this is premature entry. IF price falls through the oncoming supports, then it is more likely to test the low 200s or even the 190s for a possible double bottom formation. That scenario would offer the most attractive buying opportunities, especially for longer time horizon trades. In summary, the levels that are projected on this chart offer a better possibility of where price can react or reverse. They provide reference points where you can anticipate price action rather than react to it. The key to using this information effectively is to observe and evaluate the outcome of the price action at the time the levels are reached. Not jump in blindly. What you are looking for is price action to prove it is more likely to follow the anticipated scenario and that often unfolds in the form of a reversal pattern. The hardest part is WAITING in the face of building emotional pressure and impulse. By letting the market prove itself, you at least align your thoughts and actions with what the market is more likely to do rather than what you think. Comments and questions welcome.
BITFINEX:LTCUSD
by MarcPMarkets
24
ETHUSD: Consolidation Breakout And New Levels To Buy.ETHUSD update: New highs made as price touches 890 which should not be too surprising since there is a double bottom and higher low formation off the 647 area. This report will highlight what is reasonable to expect from here. The 814 level is a previously projected target where price basically peaked at the height of the BTC rally. Since then, it has retraced and consolidated, JUST LIKE BTC is doing at the moment. Consolidations are just another word for triangles and triangles are trend continuation patterns. The trend was never bearish. Price is now fluctuating in this area again which offers an opportunity to lock in some profit for swing trade longs. This is a best practice. It reduces risk and allows you to capitalize on the herd while they are buying. Buying now would be a bad idea even though it may look attractive since the "verticalness" is returning. The risk of retrace increases, and that is why it is better to lock some profit it and then hold on to some to see IF the market will continue higher to the next extension target levels. 944 is the upper boundary of the reversal zone where price can fail and retrace back to a newly relevant support level. 975 is the 1.618 extension projected from the 647 low which overlaps a previous extension measured weeks earlier. This is the range where price is more likely to put in a dramatic peak as the market unfolds and provides a reasonable estimate of where to measure reward potential from. As far as the potential retrace, the 735 level is the .382 of the recent bullish structure which is now the nearest relevant support. If price decides to break lower, the 639 to 574 area would be the range to watch since it is the .618 area of the recent bullish structure. If price cannot maintain the current breakout momentum, it will more than likely retest the middle of the range which makes the 735 area more attractive in terms of looking for a reversal structure to go long. I have previously written that the middle of ranges are where price action is more random, but IF price is coming off of a high, that is a different scenario and serves as an exception. In summary, the breakout to 890 is a heads up that this market may be setting up for a broader rally. As a swing trader, I want to be long, but not at highs. The next retrace will at least provide a better level to measure risk from, whether it is 735 or higher. The objective is now to wait for price action to unfold in a reversal pattern where risk is more attractive relative to the potential reward levels currently in place. If price falls through 735 without finding support, then the current move will be a false breakout and at that point is more likely to retest the low of the range since this is where the herd panics. Either way If I am going to buy, it has to be based on my plan which minimizes the kind of bad habits that have been reinforced in this recently unrealistic trading environment. Comments and questions welcome.
BITFINEX:ETHUSD
by MarcPMarkets
25
BTCUSD: Momentum Reversal In Play.BTCUSD update: Within the triple bottom formation that is now established in this market, there is a particular sequence of price action that often leads to a momentum reversal. The confirmation of this infrequent pattern is a retest and higher low of the 12350 support area. Price has broken the 13500 resistance level and if it continues at this rate, will most likely close above. My limit order that I placed yesterday at 13150 (Coinbase) was filled quickly and is now in my favor (this is a long term trade as explained in my previous report. No stops, no targets, no margin). Even though price action is slightly bullish at the moment, it is still not out of the clear. Is this the beginning of the next leg up? The 13520 level is the .382 of the recent bearish structure. Often, when this level is taken out, it signals a change in momentum which in this case is bullish. The confirmation comes in the form of a higher low formation which would be most attractive around the 12483 to 12139 minor support zone which is the .618 area relevant to this current bullish swing. If price chooses to retest the minor support, this would be an attractive area to add to long term positions, or initiate new ones. Since this level would also confirm a short term pattern reversal, it will serve as an attractive area for a swing trade long as well. Risk can be defined by 11600 low, or the low of the current structure at the time of the retest. What about lower prices? Like I always write: anything is possible because things change fast in these markets. IF for whatever reason, price falls through 12139 and retests 11600, it would then be much more likely to revisit the 10700 or lower. IF the market decides to retest these levels, 9683 would not be unreasonable since it is the lower boundary of the reversal zone (projection measured from 10700 low). What makes that bearish scenario less likely is the price action that is occurring now. The next retrace, whether it is shallow (way above 12483) or into the minor support will provide a much clearer view of what the market's intentions are. What is unfolding now is certainly bullish, but that does not mean the market will return to the vertical exaggeration that we saw 2 weeks ago. A change in momentum along with supportive structure can take this market back up to the 16350 to 17876 resistance area which is the short term target for any swing trades established near or below current levels. In summary, there are NOW signs in place that short term price momentum is shifting back to bullish. As you can see, it took a couple of days, not hours or minutes. This is what carries weight on a short term trading basis and why so much patience is required. The next retrace will more than likely offer entry opportunities that will have clearly defined risk. IF the price action makes sense I will not only add to my position trade, but also put on a swing trade with a short term target. The key is to watch for reversal patterns near or within the minor support zone. Taking a position sooner is up to your trading plan and risk tolerance, because it is still possible for price to attempt a retest of the lows, just a lower probability at this point. Either way stay flexible and listen to the market, not your own feelings or opinions. Comments and questions welcome. Also I would like to wish the Tradingview community a Happy, Healthy and Prosperous New Year! Thank you all for your support and encouragement. Let's learn from our mistakes and hit the ground running, and start the new year strong.
BITFINEX:BTCUSD
by MarcPMarkets
37
BTCUSD: Key Resistance Zone Near. Watch Supports For Higher Low.BTCUSD Update: The market recovery continues as price nears a key resistance zone. This is an area to consider locking in some profits, not establishing new longs. The higher low formation that materialized in the 11600 area has lead to a new bullish swing that has quickly worked its way near the 16350 to 17876 resistance zone which is the current .618 resistance area relative to the recent bearish structure. On top of that, price is currently sitting on the upper boundary of a minor reversal zone that is projected from the 11600 low. Even though there are no bearish reversal signs at the moment, this is an area where selling is more likely to appear. On the more bullish side, price has taken out the 14250 resistance level decisively which signals that the previous bearish momentum is much less likely to lead to a retest of the 11K lows. If price decides to retrace from the current area, it is more likely to find support around 14300 level (.382 of recent bullish swing) or the 13270 to 12500 area which is relative to the .618 of the recent bullish swing. Any retest and reversal off of these support areas are where reward/risk are most attractive compared to where price is now in terms of my swing trade strategy. Measuring risk in this market is very dependent on what you can afford since the small movements are hundreds of points. If you are going to use a stop, it has to be wide, and that is why under these market conditions, I think it makes more sense to start with smaller positions and build them as the market moves favorably and taking profits along the way at the predetermined levels IF your outlook is short term. All of this must be figured out BEFORE you take a trade. Being flexible and open for anything means you are open to listening to the market, not fighting it. For whatever reason, IF price breaks below the 12500 level again, that would open the door for a retest of the 10K lows and offer more attractive investment opportunities. Navigating these markets is not about "predicting", it is about adjusting and interpreting new information as it becomes available while comparing it to a predetermined scenario(s) originating from information available at the present time. In summary, timing short term trades in these markets may seem less effective when prices are moving in vertical lines. The thing to remember is "vertical moves" are far from the norm and low probability. That means the people who start out in the green simply because they bought into this market blindly will have to face sharp corrections just as randomly while the informed trader is prepared to capitalize on such extreme scenarios. The same impulsiveness and impatience that drives the inexperienced investor are the same forces that build opportunities for those who know how to wait, even in the face of markets that look like they are going up forever. Stop giving into the impulse of greed, and learn to wait for the market to come to you. People who were buying at 18K, expecting 30K had to watch a retest of 10K instead. That cycle is nothing new and will repeat itself again and again while varying in magnitude. Learn to wait, or at least manage risk in ways that allow you to capitalize on extreme moves rather than be hurt by them. Comments and questions welcome.
BITFINEX:BTCUSD
by MarcPMarkets
20
ETHUSD:Resistance Offers Profit Target But Consolidation Likely.ETHUSD update: A higher low unfolds off of the upper boundary of the 573 support zone leading to a new swing high within the 712 to 772 resistance zone. If price retraces from here, the market is signaling a consolidation, not higher prices. First, if you managed to buy into the higher low area, the current resistance 712 to 772 is the .618 area relative to the initial bearish swing, and is also an area to lock in some short term profits if that was your original intention. If you are struggling with the idea that price may go to 815 again and feel that taking some profit here will result in a "loss" if price goes higher, then short term trading is not for you. These resistance zones are not guaranteed to lead to a price decline, but they do offer a good estimate of where to maximize a profit based on the risk taken at the time the trade was initiated. You don't have to lock it all in, but half is not a bad idea. It reduces risk, and still allows you to participate if the market does continue higher. If the market falls apart instead, you at least capitalized on the move and can look to add to your position on the retrace. That is how a swing trade evolves into a position trade, and works well as long as the market cooperates (in this case, stays in a long term bullish trend). If this market does enter into a consolidation, there will be plenty of opportunities to capitalize on just on the long side alone. The next level I am watching is the 625 to 596 zone which is the .618 area relative to the current bullish swing. IF price can retest this area, I will be looking for bullish reversal patterns. The other area to be prepared for is the reversal zone which has a lower boundary of 513. Any reversal price action within 573 to 500 (.618 support relative to the broader bullish structure) is an attractive area to buy for swing trades and long term positions in my opinion. Price can go lower, but there are some relevant support structures along the way that make for a strong bullish argument (like the 480 old resistance area now a new support). In summary, when price action gets noisy, the best areas to evaluate are the range extremes which take some time to define. The worst place to evaluate is the middle because that is where randomness is high. Straight up markets like we have seen in the previous 8 weeks are easy for the inexperienced because they do not understand what happens when the environment changes. The same impulsive emotions of greed and fear will motivate these participants to give back their profits through "gut feel" trading, "because it worked so well a week ago!". This is the nature of the herd and drives prices more than anything else on the short term. We are all wired this way, but that does not mean we have to be controlled by the herd mentality. Having a process to guide your decisions is what will separate you. The process won't be the same for everyone, but having one is key. This process is your trading plan. Comments and questions welcome. PS. Happy holidays to the Tradingview community and your families.
BITFINEX:ETHUSD
by MarcPMarkets
31
LTCUSD: The More Attractive Level To Buy.LTCUSD update: Retracing from 370 high, price is beginning to hold. Is this a good place to buy for the next leg up? And how high can it go? From the short term trading perspective, buying the pullback in a strong market is the more effective behavior compared to buying into highs. The tough part is when do you buy into the pullback? And how do you know it won't pull back further? This is where the projected levels come into play. Projected levels on larger time frames carry more weight and are more reliable than the levels measured on smaller time frames. That is why I am watching the 258 support (.382 of bullish structure measured from 84 low). If I am going to buy for a swing trade, I prefer to start looking for reversals that I can measure risk from (like a double bottom on a smaller time frame) in this area because a retest and reversal still keeps the broader trend intact while offering attractive reward potential based on the information available at the moment. It is not unreasonable to expect a retest of the 370 high if the market can stabilize within a higher low area. The key to trading this effectively is waiting for the retest and confirmation which the market may NOT offer at all. You may wonder, "Then why wait for 260? Just buy it once it starts going up from any support and as long as the reward potential is greater than your risk, its okay? Otherwise you miss all the huge gains!". Adjusting to a level that the market decides to stabilize around other than the projected support is fine, BUT you need to realize when the noise comes back into these markets, you will be giving back the the "GAINS!" that you acquired by getting sucked in to many false starts. This is about forming habits that lead to consistency, not "you only made 100% when you could have made 500%!", that same mentality will set you up to donate your account back to the market once this environment returns to reality. A consistent profit is more valuable to me than a big profit. If this market breaks the 370 high (which is also the upper boundary of the reversal zone), the next push can take this market to the 424 area which is a 1.0 extension projected from the 241 low. These extensions serve as good estimates of short term profit potential and are essential to evaluating if a trade is worth taking when compared to the risk. In summary, the purpose for developing a plan of action around levels that are relevant to market structure is to simplify your decision making process and filter out all the false starts and forced trades that lead to a large collection of small losses. The smaller the time frame you trade, the more important it is to have such a process. The inexperienced traders are focused on the amount of profit, but do not realize that same mentality is what leads to over trading. Current market conditions reward such a mentality, but what happens when the environment changes? It always changes. Even as these markets work their way higher in the long run, it does not mean it will be a smooth and bump free ride. Develop the habits that will facilitate base hits, not home runs. Comments and questions welcome. Nasdaq Interview: So for those that missed it, my interview appeared in the Nasdaq Twitter feed yesterday. You have to scroll back and look for it (around 11 AM EST). Https://twitter.com/nasdaq
BITFINEX:LTCUSD
by MarcPMarkets
31