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NAS100USD: Transitioning from Sell-Side to Buy-Side CurveGreetings Traders, In today’s analysis, NAS100USD has been delivering bearish institutional order flow, characteristic of the sell-side curve. However, bullish institutional order flow is beginning to emerge, indicating a potential shift to the buy-side curve. This creates an opportunity to explore buy setups, provided confluences align with confirmation. Key Observations: 1. Bullish Order Block as Support: Price is currently reacting to a bullish order block, which is aligned with a Fair Value Gap (FVG). This confluence establishes a strong institutional support zone. 2. Reclaimed Order Block: A previously reclaimed order block has been broken to the upside, suggesting that it may now act as support, reinforcing bullish momentum. 3. Discount Pricing: Price is currently within a discount zone, making it an attractive area to seek buy opportunities with targets at premium liquidity pools. Trading Plan: Entry Strategy: Look for confirmations around the bullish order block and reclaimed order block to justify entering long positions. Targets: Aim for liquidity pools at premium levels, such as highs, where institutions are likely to offload positions. By aligning with the emerging bullish narrative and observing institutional behavior, we can position ourselves to capitalize on this potential market shift. As always, patience and confirmation are key. Kind Regards, The Architect
OANDA:NAS100USDLong
by The_Archi-tect
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Trading EURUSD and NZDUSD | Judas Swing Strategy 17/01/2024Last Friday was an exciting day trading the Judas Swing strategy! We were fortunate to spot two solid opportunities, one on EURUSD and the other on NZDUSD. Both trades presented similar setups, and once they ticked all the boxes on our trading checklist, we didn’t hesitate to execute. In this post, we’ll walk you through the entire process, from setup to outcome and share key insights from these trades. By 8:25 EST, we were at our trading desk, prepping for the session to kick off at 8:30 EST. During that brief wait, we marked our trading zones and patiently watched for liquidity resting at the highs or lows of the zones to be breached. It didn’t take long, NZDUSD breached its low within 20 minutes, while EURUSD followed suit just 40 minutes into the session. With the liquidity sweep at the lows complete, we quickly shifted our focus to spotting potential buying opportunities for the session ahead. Even though we had a bullish bias for the session, we never jump into trades blindly. Instead, we wait for confirmation—a break of structure to the upside, accompanied by the formation of a Fair Value Gap (FVG). A retrace into the FVG serves as our signal to enter the trade. On this occasion, both currency pairs we were monitoring met these criteria perfectly. All that remained was for price to retrace into the FVG, setting us up to execute the trade with confidence. Price retraced into the FVG on both EURUSD and NZDUSD, meeting all our entry requirements. We executed the trades risking 1% on each setup, putting a total of 2% on the line. Our target? A solid 4% return. The setup was clear, the risk was calculated, and we were ready to let the trades play out After executing the NZDUSD trade, it was pure momentum—zero drawdown as the trade went straight into profit without hesitation. The same was true for EURUSD, which also faced minimal to no drawdown and quickly hit our take-profit target. Both trades wrapped up in just 25 minutes, netting us a solid 4% return. These are the kinds of sniper entries traders dream of! But let’s be real, trading isn’t always this smooth. There will be times when you face deep drawdowns and even losses. The key is ensuring your strategy wins more often than it loses. And if your losses outweigh your wins, make sure your winners are big enough to cover those losses. Consistency and proper risk management are what keep traders in the game for the long haul
Education
by CleoFinance
NAS100USD: Analyzing Bullish Institutional Order FlowGreetings Traders, In today’s analysis of NAS100USD, we observe the continuation of bullish institutional order flow, presenting potential opportunities to align with this trend. The focus is on identifying evidence that supports taking bullish setups with proper confirmations. Key Observations: 1. Institutional Support Zone: Price is currently resting at a bullish order block, a strong institutional support zone. This order block is reinforced by an FVG (Fair Value Gap) positioned above it, further solidifying its significance. 2. Liquidity Dynamics: Sell stops resting below a recent low have been taken out, aligning with the order block. This suggests institutional activity, as liquidity has been created for order pairing (buying against sell-side liquidity). 3. Price Positioning: Despite being at a premium price relative to the intermediate high and low, there is no strong evidence to suggest a continuation into a discount zone. The liquidity sweep below the low strengthens the case for a bullish reversal from the current level. Trading Plan: Entry Strategy: Await confirmation at the current institutional support zone before taking buy setups. Target Levels: Focus on liquidity pools resting at the highs, as these are likely institutional profit-taking zones. By aligning with institutional order flow and leveraging evidence of liquidity sweeps and strong support zones, we aim to capitalize on bullish momentum. Always remain vigilant and ensure confirmation before entering positions. Kind Regards, The Architect
OANDA:NAS100USDLong
by The_Archi-tect
NAS100USD: Building Support for a Bullish BreakoutGreetings Traders, In today’s analysis of NAS100USD, the market exhibits bullish momentum, and we aim to align with this narrative by focusing on bullish setups. Confluences supporting this direction include key institutional support zones that present opportunities for potential buy entries. Key Observations: 1. Retest of a Breaker Block: Price is currently retesting a breaker block, a critical area of institutional support. This zone represents where institutions mitigate prior sell orders and reinstate buy orders, offering a strategic entry point. 2. Confluence with FVG (Fair Value Gap): The breaker block aligns with an FVG, further strengthening the support zone and enhancing its reliability for buy setups. Trading Plan: Entry: Look for confirmation within the breaker block and FVG area to establish buy positions. Approach: Focus on scalping opportunities, given the current short-term market structure and setups. By leveraging these institutional support zones, we aim to capitalize on bullish momentum with precision and discipline. Kind Regards, The Architect
OANDA:NAS100USDLong
by The_Archi-tect
Market Forecast UPDATES! Jan 20 MondayIn this video, we will update the forecasts for the following markets: ES \ S&P 500 NQ | NASDAQ 100 YM | Dow Jones 30 GC |Gold SiI | Silver PL | Platinum HG | Copper Enjoy! May profits be upon you. Leave any questions or comments in the comment section. I appreciate any feedback from my viewers! Like and/or subscribe if you want more accurate analysis. Thank you so much! Disclaimer: I do not provide personal investment advice and I am not a qualified licensed investment advisor. All information found here, including any ideas, opinions, views, predictions, forecasts, commentaries, suggestions, expressed or implied herein, are for informational, entertainment or educational purposes only and should not be construed as personal investment advice. While the information provided is believed to be accurate, it may include errors or inaccuracies. I will not and cannot be held liable for any actions you take as a result of anything you read here. Conduct your own due diligence, or consult a licensed financial advisor or broker before making any and all investment decisions. Any investments, trades, speculations, or decisions made on the basis of any information found on this channel, expressed or implied herein, are committed at your own risk, financial or otherwise.
COMEX:HG1!
by RT_Money
NAS100USD: Structural Weakness Points to Bearish BlueprintGreetings Traders! In today’s analysis, although NAS100USD maintains a bullish stance, there are signs of potential bearish momentum that may align with minor objectives. Key Observations: 1. Rejection Block Resistance Price action is currently held back by a rejection block, signaling a struggle to achieve higher highs. This resistance suggests weakness in upward momentum and the possibility of a shift. 2. Engineered Trendline Liquidity A trendline liquidity pool has formed below the current price level. With the rejection block preventing further upside, it’s likely that institutions will target this liquidity as the next objective. Strategy: By recognizing the structural constraints and liquidity targets, we can prepare for potential bearish moves. The key will be observing confirmation of downward momentum before executing trades. Let me know your thoughts or share insights in the comments. Let’s refine our strategies together! Kind Regards, The Architect
OANDA:NAS100USDShort
by The_Archi-tect
Trading AUDUSD | Judas Swing Strategy 15/01/2025Yesterday, we had an awesome trading session using the Judas swing strategy. We entered a trade on AUDUSD and secured a 2% gain! As is customary, at 8:25 AM EST, we commenced the day by reviewing the essential items on our Judas Swing strategy checklist, which comprises: - Setting the timezone to New York time - Confirming we're on the 5-minute timeframe - Marking the trading period from 00:00 - 08:30 - Identifying the high and low of the zone Once we’ve covered the basics on our checklist, the next step is to identify a sweep of liquidity on either side of the zones we’ve marked. For this trade, we observed a sweep of liquidity above the high of the zone, signaling a potential opportunity to focus on selling setups for this trading session. To avoid getting ahead of ourselves, we patiently wait for a break of structure to the sell side as additional confirmation of our sell bias. Notice how we didn’t rush into the trade, despite having a bias for the session. Instead, we chose to wait for the market to validate our bias. After some time, the break of structure to the sell side occurred, leaving behind a FVG, further supporting our analysis The next 5 minute candle retraced to fill the FVG left behind, completing all the requirements on our entry checklist. With our criteria met, we executed the trade, risking 1% of our trading account in pursuit of a 2% return After executing the trade, we encountered minimal drawdown as it quickly began moving in our intended direction. From that point, all that was left was to patiently wait for the trade to reach our objective and secure the 2% return Our patience paid off with this AUDUSD trade, as our take-profit target was hit after just 1 hour and 20 minutes in the trade. This reinforces the importance of sticking to your plan and trusting the process—discipline and patience are key to long-term trading success
by CleoFinance
NAS100USD: Anticipating Bullish Shift in Range-Bound MarketGreetings Traders! In today’s analysis of NAS100USD, we observe price consolidating within a range. While the overall sentiment remains bearish, I anticipate a bullish reversal aligning with projections from yesterday's analysis. Key Observations Discount Price Accumulation: Price is currently trading at discount levels where institutions have consistently targeted sell stops. These stops are being order-paired (bought against), signaling institutional accumulation in preparation for a move toward premium prices. Engineered Liquidity Above Resistance: The Resistance Zone has been identified as Engineered Liquidity, where buy stops (stop losses, pending orders, etc.) reside. This liquidity pool is a prime target for institutions to sell off their positions against willing buyers. Institutional Profit Targets: Institutions that accumulate long positions at discounted levels will look to book profits in premium zones, aligning with our strategy to target liquidity pools above the current resistance. Trading Strategy Entry Zones: Focus on buying opportunities at key institutional support levels in the current range, awaiting confirmation of bullish price action. Targets: The primary objective is the liquidity pool above the Resistance Zone, as institutions are likely to drive price into this area for profit-taking. For further insights into the rationale behind this bullish bias, refer to yesterday’s detailed analysis. Yesterdays Analysis: Stay vigilant and patient for confirmation before executing trades and make sure to do your own research before investing. Kind Regards, The Architect
OANDA:NAS100USDLong
by The_Archi-tect
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NAS100USD: Are We Witnessing the Start of a Bullish Takeover?Greetings Traders! In today’s analysis of NAS100USD, the overall trend remains bearish; however, compelling signs suggest a potential shift toward bullish price action. Here are the key confluences supporting this outlook: Key Observations: 1. Higher Highs Established: Recent price action has formed higher highs, indicating a potential shift from breaking bearish structure to targeting bullish objectives. 2. Transition to Buy-Side Curve: Significant structural breaks suggest a move away from the sell-side curve into the buy-side curve. This transition redefines key bullish order blocks created during the sell-side curve as reclaimed order blocks, now acting as strong institutional support zones. Reclaimed Order Blocks Explained: These occur when bullish order blocks, previously hedged during sell-side curve are reclaimed by institutions. The down candles within these zones signal areas where institutions are likely to initiate new buying opportunities. Trading Strategy: Entry Zones: Look for buying opportunities within reclaimed order blocks, which now function as robust institutional support zones. Targets: Focus on liquidity pools located at key highs, double tops, or failure swings. These areas serve as institutional profit-taking zones where buy stops reside, offering favorable order pairing opportunities. By aligning with institutional behavior and following the transition to the buy-side curve, we can strategically capitalize on potential bullish momentum. Stay vigilant and await confirmation before entering trades. Kind Regards, The Architect
OANDA:NAS100USDLong
by The_Archi-tect
$GOLD & $SILVER BullishGold and silver on the monthly chart exhibited SMT and mitigation of a PDA in the discounted region, signaling a potential MMBM, which was later confirmed on the daily chart. As a result, we maintain a bullish bias for these assets, considering they may be targeting the external liquidity of the monthly chart as the final objective. However, it is worth noting that the price might correct beforehand, returning to the discount region on the daily chart to seek internal liquidity and build momentum to reach the monthly chart's final liquidity target.
COMEX:GC1!Long
by Pilucax
$NQ & ES BearishThe NQ and ES on the monthly chart showed signs of rejection, indicating a possible correction toward a PDA located in the discounted region of this timeframe. Consequently, on the daily chart, there was a shift in the price delivery state, now seeking this liquidity as well as the daily sell sides. We maintain a bearish outlook for the assets, but it is important to note that the price may correct toward the premium region of the daily chart, seeking new liquidity to build momentum and ultimately reach the monthly chart objective: a more pronounced drop.
CME_MINI:ES1!Short
by Pilucax