MCL Short 11/18/2024MCL is in a downtrend in 4hr chart. Placed a short position in SZ that coincides with 4hr 21EMA (purple line). Taking half risk in this confluence SZ because zone is close by daily DZ (blue box), daily and 4hr trend don't match (no macro match) and the SZ is low volume. Target= 1:1 and 3:1. I'm already in the trade.
Multiple Time Frame Analysis
AUDUSD: ITF CURVE ANALYSIS (400min) - UPTREND✨ AUDUSD: ITF CURVE ANALYSIS (400min) ✨ (UPTREND)
BLO1 @ 0.64716 ⏳
BLO2 @ 0.64546 ⏳
TP1 @ 0.65633
TP2 @ 0.67142 (I'd TP at 0.6700 based on HTF analysis, IJS)
TP3 @ 0.68189
TP4 @ 0.69803
TP5 @ 0.7025
SLO1 @ 0.7045 ⏳
SLO2 @ 0.71139 ⏳
NOTE: Potential entry modification (may be an early entry but we'll see if the is it before the big move out. BLO at 0.6492 - PA set!
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BLO = BUY LIMIT ORDER
ITF = INTERMEDIATE TIME FRAME
PA = PRICE ALERT
SLO = SELL LIMIT ORDER
TP = TAKE PROFIT
Intermediate time frames (4 hours to 6 day):
— Offer a clearer picture of the underlying trend compared to short-term frames.
— Provide more opportunities for confirmation signals and technical analysis.
— Allow for more flexible trading schedules, trades can be held overnight.
— Suitable for swing traders and some positional traders.
S&P500 INDEX (US500): Your Trading Plan Explained
S&P500 index is testing a recently broken daily horizontal resistance.
With a high probability, it turned into support.
To buy the market with a confirmation, pay attention to a double bottom
pattern on a 4H.
If the price breaks and closes above 5899, it will give us a strong bullish confirmation.
The market will go up at least to 5954 level then.
If the price drops lower and sets a new lower low, the setup will be invalid.
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Swing LongI'm deploying a multi-timeframe approach here, focusing on a swing trade setup that aligns with both trend and momentum indicators. Here's the core of the strategy:
Entry Criteria: I look to enter on a break above a recent higher high combined with a flat to rising 5-day moving average. Additionally, I’m observing the anchored VWAP from the most recent high (to the left on the chart); it should ideally be flat or rising to confirm sustained interest.
Volume and Price Requirements: Only trading stocks with at least 300,000 shares in daily volume and a price above $3, ensuring liquidity and relevance for momentum.
Trend Confirmation: On the daily timeframe, the stock must be making higher highs and fall within an early Stage 2 uptrend based on Stage Analysis, indicating the start of an uptrend.
Stop Loss: My stop is set just below a recent significant low (higher low) on the 30-minute chart to keep risk in check. If this low is penetrated before entry, I cancel the trade to avoid premature breakdowns.
Swing longI'm deploying a multi-timeframe approach here, focusing on a swing trade setup that aligns with both trend and momentum indicators. Here's the core of the strategy:
Entry Criteria: I look to enter on a break above a recent higher high combined with a flat to rising 5-day moving average. Additionally, I’m observing the anchored VWAP from the most recent high (to the left on the chart); it should ideally be flat or rising to confirm sustained interest.
Volume and Price Requirements: Only trading stocks with at least 300,000 shares in daily volume and a price above $3, ensuring liquidity and relevance for momentum.
Trend Confirmation: On the daily timeframe, the stock must be making higher highs and fall within an early Stage 2 uptrend based on Stage Analysis, indicating the start of an uptrend.
Stop Loss: My stop is set just below a recent significant low (higher low) on the 30-minute chart to keep risk in check. If this low is penetrated before entry, I cancel the trade to avoid premature breakdowns.
Swing longI'm deploying a multi-timeframe approach here, focusing on a swing trade setup that aligns with both trend and momentum indicators. Here's the core of the strategy:
Entry Criteria: I look to enter on a break above a recent higher high combined with a flat to rising 5-day moving average. Additionally, I’m observing the anchored VWAP from the most recent high (to the left on the chart); it should ideally be flat or rising to confirm sustained interest.
Volume and Price Requirements: Only trading stocks with at least 300,000 shares in daily volume and a price above $3, ensuring liquidity and relevance for momentum.
Trend Confirmation: On the daily timeframe, the stock must be making higher highs and fall within an early Stage 2 uptrend based on Stage Analysis, indicating the start of an uptrend.
Stop Loss: My stop is set just below a recent significant low (higher low) on the 30-minute chart to keep risk in check. If this low is penetrated before entry, I cancel the trade to avoid premature breakdowns.
Long swingI'm deploying a multi-timeframe approach here, focusing on a swing trade setup that aligns with both trend and momentum indicators. Here's the core of the strategy:
Entry Criteria: I look to enter on a break above a recent higher high combined with a flat to rising 5-day moving average. Additionally, I’m observing the anchored VWAP from the most recent high (to the left on the chart); it should ideally be flat or rising to confirm sustained interest.
Volume and Price Requirements: Only trading stocks with at least 300,000 shares in daily volume and a price above $3, ensuring liquidity and relevance for momentum.
Trend Confirmation: On the daily timeframe, the stock must be making higher highs and fall within an early Stage 2 uptrend based on Stage Analysis, indicating the start of an uptrend.
Stop Loss: My stop is set just below a recent significant low (higher low) on the 30-minute chart to keep risk in check. If this low is penetrated before entry, I cancel the trade to avoid premature breakdowns.
S&P Weekly Recap: Rally Falters Amid Lack of ConvictionLast week’s market action delivered a reversal in sentiment, highlighting the fragility of the rally that had persisted since the so-called "Trump rally." The week began slowly, with the market testing buyers’ conviction to push prices higher. After confirming a lack of such conviction, sellers stepped in, driving prices sharply lower. As suggested in my previous recap, 585 (VAH) provided temporary support, and the week closed near this critical level.
Interestingly, most major sectors participated in the downward move, aligning with the broader market trend. However, XLF (Financials) stood out as the exception, managing to post gains despite the sell-off. This divergence suggests that there is still buying interest, with money continuing to flow selectively into the market.
The immediate objective for the bulls is to hold 585 and attempt to fill Friday’s gap. Failure to do so, with the price returning to the 568-585 range , would indicate that the rally is nearing exhaustion. While this would not immediately signal a transition into a bear market, it would mark a notable shift in sentiment. The 568 level remains critical for buyers; as long as it holds, the broader uptrend stays intact, and bulls maintain the upper hand. Meaning that I keep "bullish" outlook.
This week, the market’s attention will be on NVIDIA's earnings on Wednesday. While the previous report didn’t cause much volatility, traders will be closely watching for any surprises that could influence market momentum.
Gold/XauUsd falling more to 2519.00!Looking for Impulse down.
Gold holding at H4 FVG. Looks like it will fall more. It's important to have your own rules on RR and adhere to them. This trading idea is intended to assist you and enhance your knowledge. If you have any questions, please ask me in the comments.
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GBPUSD Analysis Monday Nov 18th Today's analysis for GBP/USD shows an overall bearish trend. I am looking to go short once the price hits the Sell-Side Imbalance Buy-Side Inefficiency (SIBI) Fair Value Gap (FVG) area. Additionally, there's a breaker block just around the FVG that reinforces this potential short entry. The resistance level at 1.2650, aligned with the 14-day EMA, is a key zone I'm watching closely. If the price reaches this level, it will provide an ideal entry point for a short position.
Stop Loss: 1.2680 - Placed 30 pips above the entry point to protect against unexpected upward movement.
Take Profit: 1.2590 - Positioned 60 pips below the entry point at a previous support level where price action may slow down or reverse.
Risk-to-Reward Ratio: 1:2
NB. The dollar has been strong since the elections and hoping to continue for a while with the BOE uncertainties.
Always keep an eye on upcoming economic events and market sentiment for any sudden changes. Happy trading!
XAU/USD 18 November 2024 Intraday AnalysisH4 Analysis:
-> Swing: Bearish.
-> Internal: Bearish.
Price Action Analysis:
Analysis remains the same as analysis dated 12 November 2024.
Price has printed both a bearish Internal Break of Structure (iBOS) and a subsequent bearish Break of Structure (BOS), confirming the need for a pullback across all higher timeframes (HTFs).
Currently, price action remains in alignment with the broader pullback requirements.
Intraday Expectation
The expectation for the intraday session is that price will print a bullish Change of Character (CHoCH) to signify the initiation of a bullish pullback phase. The positioning of this bullish CHoCH is indicated by the blue dotted line on the chart.
However, it is also possible that price could extend to a new low, bringing the CHoCH positioning much closer to the current price action, setting the stage for a potential bullish reversal signal.
Note:
Given the Federal Reserve’s dovish stance and ongoing geopolitical uncertainties, heightened volatility in Gold prices is anticipated to persist. Traders should exercise caution and remain vigilant in this high-volatility environment.
H4 Chart:
M15 Analysis:
-> Swing: Bearish.
-> Internal: Bullish.
Price Action Analysis:
The prior intraday expectation was invalidated as price printed a bullish Internal Break of Structure (iBOS), signaling a shift in internal order flow.
Following bullish iBOS, the next anticipated move is the printing of a bearish Change of Character (CHoCH), which would indicate the initiation of a bearish pullback phase. This CHoCH positioning is marked by a blue dotted line.
Intraday Expectation:
For today's session, we are looking for confirmation of a bearish pullback phase by price printing a bearish CHoCH. Bearish CHoCH positioning is marked with a blue dotted line
Alternative Scenario:
On the H4 timeframe, there are signs of a bullish pullback phase potentially developing, though there is no confirmation as of yet. In my view, the bullish momentum on the M15 timeframe is to assist the H4 timeframe in confirming its pullback phase.
Note:
With the Federal Reserve's dovish policy approach and rising geopolitical tensions, heightened volatility in Gold prices is expected to continue. Traders should remain cautious and prepared for potential whipsaws in price action.
M15 Chart:
Bitcoin - When will Bitcoin go to price correction?!Bitcoin is above the EMA50 and EMA200 on the daily timeframe and is trading in its ascending channel. Risk ON sentiment in the US stock market or investing in Bitcoin ETF funds will lead to its continued upward movement. We will look for bitcoin selling positions in the range of the channel ceiling (weekly).
Capital withdrawals from Bitcoin ETFs or risk OF sentiment in the US stock market will pave the way for Bitcoin to decline. Bitcoin buying positions can be looked for in the two specified demand zones.
It should be noted that there is a possibility of heavy fluctuations and shadows due to the movement of whales in the market and compliance with capital management in the cryptocurrency market will be more important.
US Spot Bitcoin ETFs
• Performance Last Week:
• During the first three trading days, US spot Bitcoin ETFs experienced substantial capital inflows, starting with a $1.11 billion inflow on the first day.
• However, in the last two trading days, the ETFs faced capital outflows of $400 million and $370 million, respectively.
• Weekly Summary:
Overall, the ETFs recorded a net capital inflow of $1.67 billion for the week, marking a positive performance.
Crypto Market Liquidations
• Coinglass Data:
• Over the past 24 hours, due to market volatility, more than 101,000 traders were liquidated, resulting in a total liquidation value of $231 million.
• This significant figure highlights the impact of recent market fluctuations on crypto traders.
Credit Agricole’s Analysis of the US Dollar
• Future of the Dollar:
• Unlike the 2018 rally driven by Trump-era policies, Credit Agricole argues that 2025 will not see a repeat of the same trend.
• Reasons:
• Current economic conditions differ significantly from 2018.
• Monetary policies and the dollar’s current strength indicate that the dynamics driving the dollar’s movements have shifted.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Bitcoin
• Bitcoin as the “Currency of Freedom”:
• Robert F. Kennedy Jr., former Secretary of Health under Trump, described Bitcoin as a tool for protecting the middle class from inflation and a solution to counter the devaluation of the dollar.
• He also highlighted Bitcoin’s potential role in addressing America’s crippling national debt, emphasizing its importance in the country’s economic future.
Declining Correlation Between Bitcoin and Gold
• The correlation between Bitcoin and gold has dropped to its lowest point in 11 months.
• James Stanley, Chief Market Strategist at Forex.com:
• Gold has recently reached an overbought status, and its price correction is reasonable.
• Investor Focus on Bitcoin:
As Bitcoin approaches the $100,000 threshold, gold may regain investor appeal, especially near critical support levels.
11/18 Third pump week or correction? Week's overviewOverview :
The post-election optimism is palpable, with markets expecting a business-oriented administration focused on cutting spending and reinvesting in the domestic economy. This sentiment aligns with key developments across markets:
Yields and Rate Cuts: Treasury yields are stalling, signaling a potential reversal following the Fed’s 75 basis point rate cut. If yields resume climbing, it could suggest market skepticism toward further cuts, hinting at expectations of stable or tighter conditions ahead.
Dollar Index and Macro Environment: The rising dollar index reflects the upward pressure on rates but also hints at a weakening macro environment in Europe since the index is calculated against the euro.
Gold's Decline: Gold has slid for two consecutive weeks, correcting 7% from its recent high. This drop could indicate stronger economic conditions boosting risk-on sentiment, or tighter monetary policy driving risk-off pressure. A stronger dollar further pressures gold downward, while a weaker dollar typically provides support.
CPI and Job Market:The Fed reported a year-over-year CPI increase to 2.6%, in line with expectations but up from 2.4% in the previous month. This marks the first uptick since April 2024. Meanwhile, unemployment has dropped for three straight months, now at 4.1%, below pre-pandemic levels.
CME Tool Insights:The CME tool indicates a 38.1% chance of no rate cut at the December 18th meeting. This aligns with a strong labor market and recent comments by Jerome Powell stating, “The economy is not sending any signals that we need to be in a hurry to lower rates.”
Institutional Bitcoin Investments:Institutional investors ramped up Bitcoin ETF purchases for the second week post-election. Despite retail-oriented funds like Fidelity and ARK selling on Thursday and Friday, BlackRock’s buying continued to dominate. Last week also marked the highest Ethereum ETF buying activity to date.
Market Indices: SP:SPX retraced to its 0.68 Fibonacci level after the election, setting up for a potential climb higher.
NASDAQ:QQQ mirrored the SP500, maintaining its retracement pattern.
BTC TA :
W : The past two weeks produced strong vector candles with rising volume, though still below the peaks of February-March 2024 and the bull runs of 2017 and 2021. While a correction is overdue, BTC may stay range-bound briefly or push toward the psychological $100k level as early as this week.
D : Bitcoin is in a parabolic phase, with no divergences or clear technical patterns—simply pumping higher.
4h : A small MACD divergence cleared over the weekend, and RSI normalized from overbought levels. Notable bullish CVD absorption occurred midweek, where selling pressure formed lower lows on the indicator, but buying pressure resulted in higher lows in price.
1h : No divergences detected, and BTC remains on track toward $100k.
Alts Relative to BTC :
The only altcoin keeping pace with Bitcoin is Solana, bolstered by its ecosystem of memecoins. However, unexpected contenders like XRP and ADA have entered the spotlight, pumping unexpectedly last week. Who’s behind this? It’s unlikely the DeFi crowd. Could it be that, six years later, people have forgotten Ripple’s controversies and Cardano’s slow progress?
Bull Case :
This is just the beginning of a major 2025 crypto cycle. With regulatory hurdles and quantitative tightening behind us, the path forward is clear for a prolonged bull market.
Bear Case :
With Bitcoin at all-time highs, this could mark the peak and final leg of the 2024 crypto bull run.
Fear and Greed Index :
At 83, we’re deep into extreme greed territory—a classic danger zone. Historically, extreme greed rarely ends well, and this is an official selling zone for a prudent investor. But you aren't one of them, are you?
NAS100 - Nasdaq will reach above 21,000?!The index is located between EMA200 and EMA50 in the 4H timeframe and is trading in its ascending channel. If the index rises towards the two specified supply zones, you can look for NASDAQ sell positions with the appropriate risk reward. Nasdaq's buying position is in the demand zone after the continuation of the corrective movement, and considering the downward sentiment at the end of the week, it should be saved quickly.
China’s Export Restrictions and Their Impact on Global Supply Chains
• China Tightens Export Controls:
Starting December 1, China will implement new regulations to tighten export restrictions on critical metals and raw materials, including tungsten, graphite, magnesium, and aluminum alloys, essential for the technology sector.
• China’s Objectives:
These measures are part of a broader strategy to manage sensitive exports and protect national interests.
• Global Market Impact:
The new restrictions are expected to disrupt global technology supply chains and introduce volatility in related markets.
Zelensky’s Perspective on Trump’s Presidency
• Zelensky’s Comments:
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the war in Ukraine could end sooner if Donald Trump returns to the White House.
• Constructive Interaction with Trump:
Zelensky emphasized that Ukraine successfully communicated its vision for peace to Trump, and he observed no opposition from Trump regarding Ukraine’s stance.
• Implications of Zelensky’s Remarks:
These comments reflect Ukraine’s hope for continued international support to expedite the resolution of the conflict.
US Economic Forecasts
• Q3 Earnings Reports from Major Companies:
This week, companies such as NVIDIA and TARGET will release their third-quarter (Q3) earnings reports.
• Federal Reserve Rate Cuts:
Rick Rieder, Chief Investment Officer at BlackRock, predicts that the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) will cut interest rates by 25 basis points in December.
• The current Federal Funds rate range is 4.5% to 4.75%, which Rieder considers restrictive.
• Following the December cut, the Fed is expected to pause temporarily to reassess future adjustments.
Jerome Powell’s Statements and Market Reactions
• Powell on a Strong US Economy:
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell highlighted the robust performance of the US economy, stating there is no urgency to lower interest rates.
• Cautious Approach to Rate Cuts:
Powell stressed that decisions should be made carefully due to uncertainties surrounding the neutral rate level.
• Market Reaction:
These statements reduced market expectations for a rate cut in December.