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BTC/USD Long Setup – Bullish Reversal PlayAfter a sharp drop, BTC is testing a key liquidity zone around 78.2k. The market structure suggests a potential bullish reversal, with a fakeout and recovery in sight. 📌 Trade Idea: Entry: After confirmation of a reclaim and bullish structure break (above ~79.3k) SL: Below recent low ~77.6k TP: 82.8k zone RRR: ~3.2 📅 Timeframe: 30min 📈 Bias: Counter-trend long 🔁 Watch for: Price reaction at current support and market structure shift 🚨 Wait for confirmation – patience is key in volatile conditions!
VANTAGE:BTCUSDLong
by EpicmindJournyFX
1
Trading UVIX for Effective Hedge📊 Trade Idea: UVIX Multi-Layered Entry Strategy (Scalping Volatility Spikes) The current market environment presents a unique opportunity to trade the Volatility Shares 2x Long VIX Futures ETF (UVIX), which has surged nearly 50% on Thursday and 124% over the last week. With ongoing fears surrounding President Trump's reciprocal tariffs, volatility is expected to remain elevated. 🔍 What Is UVIX? UVIX is a leveraged ETF designed to provide twice (2x) the daily return of the Long VIX Futures Index. Unlike the VIX itself, which measures expected market volatility, UVIX holds futures contracts on the VIX, aiming to profit from both upward spikes in volatility and the structure of the futures market. Pros of UVIX: High Return Potential: Can deliver significant gains when market volatility spikes. Effective Hedge: A powerful tool to offset losses during broad market declines. Liquidity: Offers easy access to volatility exposure without directly trading VIX futures. Cons of UVIX: High Volatility: Amplified moves can result in large gains or substantial losses. Decay & Compounding Issues: Daily rebalancing and futures roll costs can erode value over time. Not Suitable for Long-Term Holding: Designed for short-term plays, not buy-and-hold investing. Here’s my detailed risk-managed trading plan to profit from continued volatility. 🚀 Entry Strategy: Layered Buy Entries with Trailing Stops 🎯 Initial Entry: Entry Price: 80.00 (Just above the breached Supply Zone 0: 56.80 - 66.38) Stop Loss: Below the lower trend line from the recent parabolic move (For example, around 70.00). 📈 Position Scaling: Adding to Winning Positions Use Buy Stop Orders: As the price breaks above significant supply zones, place Buy Stop Orders to add positions. Scale in positions at: Level 1: Above 89.20 (Top of Supply Zone 1) Level 2: Above 113.25 (Top of Supply Zone 2) Level 3: Above 147.24 (Bottom of Supply Zone 3) Level 4: Above 182.36 (Bottom of Supply Zone 4) Manual Entries: Alternatively, you can manually add positions on strong breakouts during or outside Regular Trading Hours (RTH) to catch volatility spikes. !!!Use Limit Orders Outside RTH!! Place limit orders during off-hours to capture sharp volatility moves when liquidity is lower. Market volatility often increases during pre-market or post-market sessions. Capitalize on these moves with well-placed limit orders. 🛡️ Risk Management: Trailing Stops & Break-Even Protection Initial Stop Loss: Set below the lower trend line (e.g., 70.00). This provides a wide margin for market fluctuations while still protecting your position. Trailing Stop Loss: As the price progresses upward, move your stop loss to higher levels to secure profits. Use a dynamic trailing stop that follows major support levels or recent lows. Break-Even : Once UVIX has moved 10-20% above your entry point (80.00), move your stop loss to break even (80.00) for a risk free trade. 📌 Profit Targets Target 1: 130.79 (Historical 350% level from July 2024 move) Target 2: 165.46 (Top of Supply Zone 3) Target 3: 210.30 (August 2024 High) Adding positions as the price moves in your favor allows for maximum profit potential while limiting risk on initial entries. Moving the stop loss to break-even creates a risk-free trade, allowing you to ride the momentum without worry. Continually adjusting stops protects profits as they accumulate, ensuring that gains are secured even if the market turns sharply. 📣 Final Thoughts The Volatility Shares 2x Long VIX Futures ETF (UVIX) is a powerful instrument for profiting from short-term volatility spikes. Given the current geopolitical and economic uncertainty, this setup offers a strong risk-reward opportunity. 💡Advice: Avoid Greed & Gambling in Volatility Trading Trading the Volatility Shares 2x Long VIX Futures ETF (UVIX) offers tremendous profit potential during periods of heightened market volatility. However, the same leverage that can generate huge gains can just as easily cause significant losses. Avoiding greed and gambling behavior is crucial for your long-term success.
CBOE:UVIXLong
by MESHANL
1
RSI 101: Scalping Strategy with RSI DivergenceFX:XAUUSD I'm an intraday trader, so I use the H1 timeframe to identify the main trend and the M5 timeframe for entry confirmation. How to Determine the Trend To determine the trend on a specific timeframe, I rely on one or more of the following factors: 1. Market Structure We can determine the trend by analyzing price structure: Uptrend: Identified when the market consistently forms higher highs and higher lows. This means price reaches new highs in successive cycles. Downtrend: Identified when the market consistently forms lower highs and lower lows. Price gradually declines over time. 2. Moving Average I typically use the EMA200 as the moving average to determine the trend. If price stays above the EMA200 and the EMA200 is sloping upwards, it's considered an uptrend. Conversely, if price is below the EMA200 and it’s sloping downwards, it signals a downtrend. 3. RSI I'm almost use RSI in my trading system. RSI can also indicate the phase of the market: If RSI in the 40–80 range, it's considered an uptrend. If RSI in 20 -60 range, it's considered a downtrend. In addition, the WMA45 of the RSI gives us additional trend confirmation: Uptrend: WMA45 slopes upward or remains above the 50 level. Downtrend: WMA45 slopes downward or stays below the 50 level. Trading Strategy With this RSI divergence trading strategy, we first identify the trend on the H1 timeframe: Here, we can see that the H1 timeframe shows clear signs of a new uptrend: Price is above the EMA200. RSI is above 50. WMA45 of RSI is sloping upward. To confirm entries, move to the M5 timeframe and look for bullish RSI divergence, which aligns with the higher timeframe (H1) trend. RSI Divergence, in case you're unfamiliar, happens when: Price forms a higher high while RSI forms a lower high, or Price forms a lower low while RSI forms a higher low. RSI divergence is more reliable when the higher timeframe trend remains intact (as per the methods above), indicating that it’s only a pullback in the bigger trend, and we’re expecting the smaller timeframe to reverse back in line with the main trend. Stop-loss: Set your stop-loss 20–30 pips beyond the M5 swing high/low. Or if H1 ends its uptrend and reverses. Take-profit: At a minimum 1R (risk:reward). Or when M5 ends its trend. You can take partial profits to optimize your gains: Take partial profit at 1R. Another part when M5 ends its trend. The final part when H1 ends its trend. My trading system is entirely based on RSI, feel free to follow me for technical analysis and discussions using RSI.
FX:XAUUSDEducation
by dangtunglam14
7
NQ! Short Idea (MXMM, Quarterly Theory)Dear Traders, today I present you once again my current idea on the Nasdaq. We have swept a High Liquidity Area marked as my lower HTF PDA. Because of that we might see a stronger Pullback as shown on my Chart. However, I will still keep my eyes open and wait for the 9:30 (UTC-4) Manipulation to look for a Market Maker Sell Model which I will only consider a after a Pullback into my Key Areas and Price Action showing interests of a bearish continuation. (09:30 Manipulation, Liquidity Sweep + SMT Divergence, Break Of Structure, Any PD-Array) Praise be to God -T-
CME_MINI:NQ1!Short
by MarketMakers_T
1
#BTC #BTCUSDT #BITCOIN #LONG #Scalp #Scalping #Eddy#BTC #BTCUSDT #BITCOIN #LONG #Scalp #Scalping #Eddy BTCUSDT.P Scalping Long Setup Important areas of the upper time frame for scalping are identified and named. This setup is based on a combination of different styles, including the volume style with the ict style. Based on your strategy and style, get the necessary confirmations for this scalping setup to enter the trade. Don't forget risk and capital management. The entry point, take profit point, and stop loss point are indicated on the chart along with their amounts. The responsibility for the transaction is yours and I have no responsibility for not observing your risk and capital management. Be successful and profitable.
Long
by Eddy_Trade_
#TON #TONUSDT #TONCOIN #LONG #Scalp #Scalping #Eddy#TON #TONUSDT #TONCOIN #LONG #Scalp #Scalping #Eddy TONUSDT.P Scaliping Long Setup Important areas of the upper time frame for scalping are identified and named. This setup is based on a combination of different styles, including the volume style with the ict style. Based on your strategy and style, get the necessary confirmations for this scalping setup to enter the trade. Don't forget risk and capital management. The entry point, take profit point, and stop loss point are indicated on the chart along with their amounts. The responsibility for the transaction is yours and I have no responsibility for not observing your risk and capital management. Be successful and profitable.
Long
by Eddy_Trade_
4
Nasdaq Intraday TradeWith the overnight GAP, price jumped above the white Centerline, just to come back in the Asia session. We see that price broke the white CL and halted afterwards. Do yo see where it halted? Yes, at the Centerline of the yellow Momentum Fork! And currently it's pushing up through the white CL again...hmmm... So, we have momentum, clear support at the yellow CL, a potential new push through the white CL and a loooooot of Air...and stop/losses above to be sucked in §8-) I'm long with a stop below the yellow CL low, and with multiple targets to the upside. Let's have fun!
CME_MINI:MNQ1!Long
by Tr8dingN3rd
The Steps to Identify Key Levels on Chart Scalping Opportunity)**The Steps to Identify Key Levels on Chart:** 1. **Support & Resistance:** - Identify areas where the price has bounced multiple times. - Based on your chart, key **support** seems around **2900**, while **resistance** could be near **2925-2930**. 2. **Trendlines:** - Check if highs/lows are forming a triangle pattern. - If lower highs and higher lows appear, it could be a **symmetrical triangle** (potential breakout). 3. **Moving Averages & Volume:** - The **moving averages (EMA)** are close together, suggesting consolidation. - Look for a volume spike near breakout points (above 2925 or below 2900). ### **Possible Chart Pattern Scenarios:** - If price **breaks above 2925-2930 with volume**, it could be a **bullish breakout**. - If price **drops below 2900**, it may confirm a **bearish breakdown** (continuation down). - If price keeps bouncing between 2900-2925, it's likely **range-bound** (scalping opportunity).
OANDA:XAUUSD
by elitetrader9090
CRYPTO10 buy surely bullish mode big move pattern 1. (CRYPTO10) False Breakout Risk – The price might not sustain a breakout above 18,000, leading to a rejection below 17,500 before attempting another push. 2. Volume Confirmation – The volume seems inconsistent; a true bullish breakout would require increasing volume at key levels. 3. Trend Structure – The rounded bottom formation suggests a potential recovery, but a failure to hold above mid-range levels (~18,000) could result in sideways movement or a breakdown. 4. Macro Factors – External market conditions (interest rates, liquidity, BTC/crypto sentiment) could invalidate the upside scenario. 5. Bearish Retest Possibility – If the price breaks down below 17,343, we could see a deeper retracement instead of the expected move higher
PEPPERSTONE:CRYPTO10Long
by mrsamfx81
3
ORDI update for previous idea - local short scalpORDI had a nice drop since the upper golden pocket, as mentioned in the previous TA. Price also had a good local drop since the last post, but bears are just about to begin. Locally I am also bearish and want to see continuation. The previous high confirmed trapped longs but buyers stepped in at the range POC. Now the price is in the same zone of the previous high with the trapped longs. The previous high had lower OBV than the beginning of the range. The current high is even having lower OBV than the previous high. Imo this is just a retest / upthrust to trap more longs into the distribution setup. Another interesting fact is that the range had the LVN (low volume node) at the top of the range above the range POC, which is a sign of weakness. That never changed but at the end of the range ones longs started to build above the range VAH (value are high). Then the LVN could have been found at the bottom of the range, below the POC. This was the first early sign for me for trapped longs even before the trapped longs of the previous high got confirmed by breaking back into the range (failed auction). We still want to see much lower.
Short
by GoldsteinTheProfiletrader
Bitcoin/USDT 1-Hour Outlook: Consolidation Near 200 EMA at 86k.As traders awaiting for breakout 1. **Trend & EMA (200):** - The **200-period EMA** (Exponential Moving Average) is plotted, acting as dynamic support/resistance. - Price hovering near the EMA suggests a potential inflection point. A sustained break above could signal bullish momentum, while a drop below may indicate bearish pressure. 2. **Key Levels:** - **Immediate Resistance:** 86,000 USDT (current price level). - **Support Levels:** 84,000 → 82,000 → 80,000 USDT. - A close below 84,000 could trigger further downside toward 82k or 80k. Conversely, holding above 86k might target new highs. 4. **Actionable Insights:** - **Bullish Scenario:** Hold long positions if price sustains above 86k, targeting 88k–90k. - **Bearish Scenario:** A break below 84k could signal short opportunities toward 82k. - Use tight stop-losses (e.g., below 84k for longs) due to the tight consolidation range.
by KingProTrader
Gold (XAUUSD) 30Min – Short-Term Scalping SetupBearish Divergence & Resistance Rejection Price is reaching the strong resistance zone (2936 - 2940), near the ATH (2942.710). RSI shows bearish divergence, signaling potential weakness in momentum. A rejection from this resistance zone could trigger a short-term pullback. Possible Short Entry : Upon confirmation of rejection (e.g., bearish engulfing, wick rejections). Short-Term Targets (TPs): First TP: 2,928.762 Second TP: 2,921.587 Potential Next Moves: Short-Term Correction – A rejection from 2936 - 2940 could lead to a brief pullback toward support levels (2928 - 2921). Bullish Continuation – If price holds at support, we could see a new impulsive move toward the ATH (2942.710) and beyond. 📉 Scalping Play: Short from resistance with TPs at 2928 & 2921. 📈 Long Opportunity: If resistance breaks, look for confirmation of bullish continuation.
FX_IDC:XAUUSDShort
by uPaSKaL
Sharing a strategyFor my scalping or Intraday trade, I created this pine script combining various indicator (namely the famous Alphatrend by @KivancOzbilgic, Previous Day Close and 52WeeksHigh/Low) into one indicator. If price goes above the PDC and Alphatrend is a buy then I will make quick long trade. If price goes below the PDC and Alphatrend is a sell then I will make quick short trade. I added a percentage based on PDC to give me where I need to put my stoploss. Not really important as I always have proper risk reward ratio but it comes handy most of the time.
ICMARKETS:XAUUSDEducation
by sharpie0319
Why you should choose your trading period carefullyFirst, let's look at the four most important trading sessions. The Forex and stock market is divided into different trading sessions, which are based on the opening hours of the main financial centers: Session Opening Hours (UTC) Major Markets: -> Sydney session 22:00 – 07:00 Australia, New Zealand -> Tokyo session 00:00 – 09:00 Japan, China, Singapore -> London session 08:00 – 17:00 UK, Europe -> New York session 1:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. USA, Canada Note: Times vary slightly depending on summer or winter time. Why are trading sessions important? -> Volatility & Liquidity Depending on the session, there are different market movements. High liquidity → tight spreads and better order execution. Low liquidity → greater slippage and wider spreads. -> Active currencies & markets During the Tokyo session, JPY and AUD pairs are particularly active. During the London session, EUR and GBP pairs are the most volatile. During the New York session, USD pairs and stock markets moved the most. Opportunities & risks during overlapping times: The overlaps between sessions are the most volatile times because several major markets are active at the same time. 1. London-New York Overlap (13:00 – 17:00 UTC) → Highest volatility Why? The world's two largest financial centers operate at the same time. Opportunities: Big price moves → good for breakout traders and scalping. High liquidity → tight spreads, fast order execution. Risks: Extreme volatility → rapid price changes can trigger stop losses. News (e.g. US jobs data) can cause sudden movements. Practical example: A trader is watching EUR/USD and sees strong resistance at 1.1000. US inflation data will be released at 13:30 UTC. If the data is better than expected → USD strengthens, EUR/USD falls. If the data is worse → USD weakens, EUR/USD rises. Within a few minutes the price can fluctuate by 50-100 pips. → Strategy: News traders rely on quick movements, while conservative traders extend stop losses or pause during this time. 2. Tokyo-London Overlap (08:00 – 09:00 UTC) → Medium volatility Why? London opens while Tokyo is still active. Opportunities: JPY pairs (e.g. GBP/JPY) are moving strongly. Breakouts through the European opening. Risks: Sudden changes in direction as European traders often have a different market opinion than Asian ones. Practical example: A scalper is trading GBP/JPY in a narrow range of 185.00 – 185.20 during the Tokyo session. At 08:00 UTC London opens with GBP/JPY breaking above 185.50. Within 30 minutes the price rises to 186.00 as European traders buy GBP. If you recognize the breakout early, you can quickly take 50-100 pips. → Strategy: Scalpers rely on quick entries and take profits before volatility subsides. 3. Sydney-Tokyo Overlap (00:00 – 07:00 UTC) → Low volatility Why? Mainly the Asian market is active. Opportunities: Less volatility → good for range trading. Cheaper spreads for AUD and NZD pairs. Risks: Little liquidity → Slippage may occur. Strong moves are rare, except for major news from Japan or Australia. Practical example: A swing trader notes that AUD/USD has been fluctuating between 0.6500 and 0.6550 for days. During the Sydney-Tokyo session the price mostly stays in this range. The trader places a sell limit order at 0.6550 and a buy limit order at 0.6500. Since there is little volatility, it can be profitable with multiple small trades. → Strategy: Range trading is ideal because no major breakouts are expected. Conclusion: Each trading session has its own characteristics, opportunities and risks. The crossovers are the most volatile times - good for day traders, but risky for inexperienced traders. Anyone who understands the market mechanisms can take targeted action at the right time. The strategies mentioned above are simply derivations from the advantages and disadvantages of the respective sessions. Of course, a well-founded strategy concept requires much more.
GBEBROKERS:US500Education
by Speechless-Trading
1000BONKUSDT: Ready for a Breakout? 🔥 **1000BONKUSDT.P** has been consolidating under resistance for a long time, accumulating liquidity. The price has tested **0.017630 USDT** multiple times, and whales are clearly building positions. The question is: will we see a breakout, or will there be another dip before the pump? --- 🔑 **Key Levels:** **Support:** **0.017630 USDT** — Major demand zone. A breakdown below this level could trigger further declines. **0.016800 USDT** — Last defense for bulls to maintain the uptrend. **Resistance:** **0.018481 USDT** — Initial liquidity zone, where a local rejection may occur. **0.019000 USDT** — Key level that, if broken, opens the way to 0.020 USDT. **0.024379 USDT** — Ultimate target where large players might start taking profits. --- 🚀 **Trading Strategy:** **Entry Points:** - Long upon breakout of **0.018481 USDT**, confirmed by volume increase. - Alternative entry on a retest of **0.017630 USDT**, provided support volumes increase. **Stop-Loss:** - Below **0.016800 USDT** to avoid liquidity grabs before the potential move up. **Take-Profit Targets:** **0.019000 USDT** — Partial profit-taking, securing position. **0.020000 USDT** — Major target if momentum follows through. **0.024379 USDT** — Ideal scenario if a strong impulse move occurs. --- 📈 **Market Analysis:** Price has been consolidating near resistance, suggesting an impending breakout. Large orders in the order book indicate whale activity. Volume is starting to pick up, signaling a potential phase transition. --- 💡 **Conclusion:** 1000BONKUSDT.P is at a decisive moment. A confirmed breakout above **0.018481 USDT** could lead to a strong bullish move. However, if another fakeout and dump happen, it's time to reassess. What’s your take—ready for the pump? 🚀💬
Long
by Max_Pr0fit