WILL APPLE (AAPL) BREAK SUPPORT ON 1 HOUR CHART? CRASH INCOMING?The California based AAPL is down nearly -18% since March. It appears to be approaching some key support trend lines. Will the support prices hold for this tech giant? Are Trump Tariff's fueling a sell off?
Disclaimer: Not financial advice.
1AAPL trade ideas
Apple - All This Was Expected!Apple ( NASDAQ:AAPL ) perfectly plays out:
Click chart above to see the detailed analysis👆🏻
Just a couple of months ago, Apple perfectly retested the rising channel resistance trendline and has been creating the expected bearish rejection. This could perfectly form the next all time high break and retest, which would eventually lead to another significant move higher.
Levels to watch: $190
Keep your long term vision,
Philip (BasicTrading)
Apple & Tarrif'sI am looking at price action to continue to drop to the monthly key zone due to overall market rejection of the latest tariff news.
I would be looking at recovery if it approaches the daily break zone.
Overall, I would wait and see what the /ES will act throughout the day; uncertainty is still high therefore a conversative play would be ideal imo.
Trading Strategy (XAUUSD) April 3, 2025On Wednesday, Trump announced he would impose a 10% base tariff on all imports into the United States and higher tariffs on dozens of other countries, including some of America's largest trading partners, deepening a trade war that has shaken global markets and rattled U.S. allies. The Trump administration also confirmed that his 25% global auto and truck tariffs will take effect as scheduled on April 3, and tariffs on imported auto parts will be imposed on May 3.
XAUUSD trading strategy around the price zone:
SELL XAUUSD around 3175-3177
Stoploss: 3182
Take Profit 1: 3168
Take Profit 2: 3162
Take Profit 3: 3157
BUY XAUUSD around 3128-3130
Stoploss: 3123
Take Profit 1: 3135
Take Profit 2: 3141
Take Profit 3: 3148
Note: Always set Stoploss in all cases to be safe
Calibrating Trading Indicators for Different MarketsCalibrating Trading Indicators for Different Markets: A Beginner's Guide
(Simple Steps to Adjust RSI , MACD , and Other Tools for Better Results)
Key Idea : Just like you'd tune a guitar differently for rock vs. classical music, trading tools like RSI or MACD need adjustments depending on what you're trading (stocks, crypto, forex) and how it moves. This guide shows you how to tweak these tools using price swings (pivot points) to make them work better for your specific asset.
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Why "One Size Fits All" Doesn't Work
Most traders use default settings for indicators (like RSI's 14-day period). But these defaults were created for "average " markets. Real markets aren't average!
Example:
- Crypto ( CME:BTC1! ) : Super volatile → Needs faster, more sensitive indicators.
- Blue-Chip Stocks ( NASDAQ:AAPL ) : Less wild swings → Needs slower, smoother indicators.
If you use the same RSI settings for both, you'll get bad signals. Calibration fixes this.
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The Pivot Point Method for Calibration
One effective approach to calibration is measuring the natural rhythm of price swings between high and low points. Here's how to do it step by step:
Step 1: Find Pivot Points on Your Chart
Pivot points are like "price turning points." Use TradingView's ZigZag indicator (or draw them manually) to spot these swings.
How to Add ZigZag on TradingView :
1. Open your chart.
2. Click "Indicators" → Search " ZigZag " → Select it.
3. Adjust settings (defaults work fine for starters).
The ZigZag will draw lines between significant highs (peaks) and lows (valleys).
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Step 2: Measure the "Rhythm" of the Market
Count the bars (candles) between pivot points to find the market's natural cycle.
Example :
- If Bitcoin swings from peak to peak every 14 bars on average, its "cycle" is 14 bars.
- If Apple does this every 16 bars, its cycle is 16 bars.
In the picture above, we used the Williams Fractal to identify pivots.
Formula for Indicator Settings :
- RSI Period = Half the average cycle → If cycle = 16 bars → RSI = 8 days.
- MACD Settings : Fast EMA = ¼ cycle, Slow EMA = ½ cycle → Cycle = 16 → Fast EMA = 4, Slow EMA = 8
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Step 3: Test Your Calibrated Indicators
Backtest on TradingView :
1. Add your indicator (e.g., RSI) with the new settings.
2. Use the Strategy Tester (click "Add to Chart" → " RSI Strategy ") to see if signals improve.
Look For :
- Fewer false signals (e.g., RSI saying "oversold" too early).
- Clearer trends (MACD crossovers matching price moves).
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Calibrating Popular Indicators (Simple Rules)
1. RSI (Relative Strength Index)
- Default : 14 days.
- Calibrated : Half the average cycle length.
- Example : Cycle = 16 bars → RSI = 8 days.
Why It Works : Shorter RSI reacts faster to volatile markets (like crypto).
2. MACD
- Default : 12, 26, 9.
- Calibrated :
- Fast EMA = ¼ of cycle.
- Slow EMA = ½ of cycle.
- Signal Line = ⅙ of cycle.
- Example : Cycle = 20 → Fast = 5, Slow = 10, Signal = 3.
Why It Works : Matches the asset's natural momentum shifts.
3. Williams %R
- Default : 14 days.
- Calibrated : Same as RSI (half the cycle).
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How to Avoid Common Mistakes
Mistake 1 : Overfitting (Making It Too Perfect for the Past)
- Problem : If you calibrate too precisely to old data, it might fail in the future.
- Fix : Test on 2 types of data:
1. Training Data : First 70% of your chart (to calibrate).
2. Testing Data : Last 30% (to check if it still works).
Mistake 2 : Ignoring Market Changes
- Problem : What works today might not work next month.
- Fix : Recheck your settings every 3 months or after big news (e.g., Fed rate hikes).
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Free Tools to Help (No Coding Needed)
1. TradingView's "Auto-Detect Cycle" Scripts
Search for indicators like "Cycle", "RSI Adaptive" or " Rainbow Adaptive RSI " in TradingView's public library. These automatically calculate cycle lengths (Not tested).
2. Adaptive MACD/RSI Indicators
Try pre-built adaptive indicators like:
- Adaptive MACD : Adjusts itself based on volatility.
- Dynamic Pivot : Uses pivots to set stop-loss and take-profit levels.
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Building a Simple Pivot Calibration System
Basic ZigZag Calibrator Method :
1. Add ZigZag to your chart.
2. Manually count the bars between 5 recent swings.
3. Calculate the average → Divide by 2 → Use that number for your RSI/MACD.
Example :
- Swings: 12, 14, 16, 10, 8 bars → Average = 12.
- Calibrated RSI = 6 days.
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Why This Works (Without the Math)
Markets move in waves. By matching your indicator's speed to the wave length, you "surf" the trend instead of fighting it. Research shows adaptive methods like this beat default settings.
The Science Behind It
When you calibrate to an instrument's natural rhythm:
- Oscillators (RSI, %R) catch extremes at the right time
- Trend indicators (MACD) signal changes faster
- Volatility bands (Bollinger Bands) expand and contract appropriately
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A Step Further: Multi-Timeframe Calibration
For even better results, calibrate across timeframes:
1. Calculate cycles on daily charts for swing trading
2. Calculate cycles on 4-hour charts for day trading
3. Use both calibrated indicators together for confirmation
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Final Tips for Beginners
1. Start Small : Calibrate one indicator (like RSI) first.
2. Use Free Tools : TradingView has thousands of free scripts to automate calculations.
3. Keep Records : Document what settings work for which assets.
4. Be Patient : Finding the right calibration takes time, but the results are worth it.
Calibration isn't about being perfect—it's about making your tools work better for specific markets . Happy trading!
Apple May Have PeakedApple has tried to bounce recently, but some traders may think the tech giant has peaked.
The first pattern on today’s chart is the February low of $225.70. AAPL broke under the level on March 11 and has stayed there since. That may suggest old support is new resistance.
The stock has also remained below a 50 percent retracement of last month’s slide, which may confirm downward price action.
Third, the bounce in the last 2-3 weeks may be viewed as a potential bearish flag. Would a move under the line represent a breakdown?
Next, stochastics are nearing an overbought condition. A dip from here may suggest the recent strength is fading.
Finally, AAPL is one of the most active underliers in the options market. (Its average daily volume of 897,000 contracts in the last month ranks third in the S&P 500, according to TradeStation data.) That may help traders take positions with calls and puts.
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Apple (AAPL) Gains Momentum with 5 Swing Rally, Upside LikelyApple Inc. ( NASDAQ:AAPL ) is showing signs of strength as it builds momentum in a classic Elliott Wave structure. Today’s chart highlights a 5-swing rally from 208.4 low that has propelled the stock higher, signaling potential for further upside in the near term. After establishing a solid base, NASDAQ:AAPL has completed a 5-swing sequence—a bullish pattern often seen in trending markets. The rally began from a key support zone of 184.6 – 209.5. The latest leg up has ended wave (1) in 5 swing, suggesting the short term trend shifts to the upside. As long as pullbacks hold above the recent swing low, the path of least resistance is upward.
The immediate support sits at the prior swing low at 208.4. A hold above this zone keeps the bullish outlook alive. A break below this critical level would negate the bullish view, potentially signaling a deeper correction. Expect pullback in wave (2) to find support in 3, 7, or 11 swing for further upside. For those looking to join the trend, consider waiting for a 3 waves dip toward 100% – 161.8% Fibonacci support to optimize the risk-reward ratio. Define your entry, stop loss, and target ahead of time—tools like the Position Size Calculator can help fine-tune your approach.
Heading for 4 days of strong gains, gold gets support from TrumpIn the Asian session, spot gold
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continued to rise, surpassing $3,145/ounce, up more than $24 on the day.
The global trade war has caused concerns in the market, continuing to push gold prices to new highs. Gold prices rose 8% in March and have increased for three consecutive months this year.
Gold prices have increased more than 18% this year, following a 27% increase last year, thanks to a favorable monetary policy environment, strong central bank buying and demand for exchange-traded funds (ETFs).
Trump: Tariff details could be announced soon (Bloomberg)
US President Trump said on Monday local time that details of the tariffs could be announced either Tuesday night (April 1) or April 2.
Trump also said the US would be “very friendly” to other countries and that tariffs could be significantly reduced in some cases. Trump then talked about other issues before returning to the tariff issue, adding: “The tariff plan is in place.”
White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said on Monday that US President Trump will announce the reciprocal tariff plan “country by country” in the White House Rose Garden on April 2 and that no tariff exemptions are currently being considered.
In the latest escalation in the trade war, Trump is set to impose broad “reciprocal” tariffs on all U.S. trading partners on Wednesday, which he has called “Liberation Day.” Trump also plans to impose a 25% tariff on all non-U.S.-made cars this week.
Asked about the reciprocal tariffs and which countries would be affected, Leavitt declined to provide details. Asked whether lower tariffs would be applied to products used by U.S. farmers, Leavitt said “there are no exemptions at this time.”
Trump also said on Sunday that he would impose secondary tariffs of 25% to 50% on buyers of Russian oil if he determines Russia is trying to thwart U.S. efforts to end the war in Ukraine.
Gold Technical Outlook
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4 days of soaring, gold is heading for its fourth consecutive strong day as it breaks the target at the 0.618% Fibonacci extension of $3,139, followed by the target at the 0.786% Fibonacci extension of $3,177.
With the current technical conditions, there is no resistance or signal for a significant technical correction.
With the medium-term trend being highlighted by the price channel (a) and a blue price channel as the short-term trend. As long as gold remains above the EMA21, it will remain technically bullish in the long-term.
Meanwhile, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) is operating in the overbought zone but is not giving any signal for a possible correction to the downside.
For the day, the technical outlook for gold remains bullish, and any current pullback should be viewed as a short-term correction or a buying opportunity. With that, the notable positions for the uptrend are listed as follows.
Support: 3,139 – 3,128 – 3,113 USD
Resistance: 3,177 USD
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Long APPL between 196-205A bat pattern forming at 0.886 price at 203 at point D.
Pricing goes lower than 196 below point X, would invalidate the pattern.
The support of 196 is the previous resistance, which is why I see this pattern will soon test this points and a buy call might be realises.
Otherwise next support @ 169 would be the extreme for next buy call.
AAPL Breaks Structure! Will the 215 Level Hold or Crack Further?🧠 Smart Money Technical Analysis (1H Chart)
* Market Structure: AAPL recently broke its bullish trendline and confirmed CHoCH (Change of Character) twice, followed by a clear Break of Structure (BOS) on the 1H timeframe. Price is now in a minor bearish trend.
* Rejection Zone: Strong sell pressure came from the $225–$228 supply zone, which aligned with both CHoCH and BOS, acting as confirmation of distribution by smart money.
* Current Price: ~$217.26
Price is hovering just above the red support zone (~$215) — a key level. A breakdown here would suggest acceleration of the bearish move.
* Indicators:
* MACD: Bearish crossover and momentum pushing down, though histogram is flattening — potential loss of downside momentum.
* Stochastic RSI: Oversold, indicating a possible bounce, but not yet confirmed.
📊 Options GEX & Flow Analysis
* GEX Map:
* Gamma Resistance sits at $225–$228, aligned with Smart Money’s CHoCH zone.
* GEX Walls:
* 2nd CALL Wall: $227.5 (34.53%)
* Highest NETGEX: $222.5
* 3rd CALL Wall: $230 (39.67%)
* PUT Support Zones:
* Strongest PUT Wall: $215 (-81.59%)
* Next downside wall: $210 (-60.42%)
* Extreme Support: $200 (-21.37%)
* Options Oscillator:
* IVR: 54.3 — moderately elevated.
* IVx Avg: 38.4
* PUT$ Flow: 20% dominance, leaning bearish.
* Sentiment Lights: 🔴🔴🟢 — Bearish Bias with Caution
⚔️ Scenarios & Trading Ideas
🟢 Bullish Scenario (Low Probability)
* If $215 holds as support and MACD reverses:
* Entry: Above $218.50
* Target 1: $222.5 (Gamma magnet)
* Target 2: $225–$228 (Supply + GEX cluster)
* Stop: Below $214.50
🔴 Bearish Scenario (Preferred Bias)
* Break and close below $215 support opens downside:
* Entry: Under $214.50
* Target 1: $210 (Put Wall)
* Target 2: $205 / $200 (Deep put walls)
* Stop: Above $218
🔍 Summary
AAPL is currently sitting at a pivotal level ($215), with bearish momentum taking hold. If it loses this level, expect a slide toward $210 and possibly deeper. GEX positioning supports downside flow, while SMC shows supply zones were defended. Watch closely for any bounce or breakdown confirmation — this is a trader’s edge zone.
Disclaimer: This analysis is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always conduct your own research and manage risk appropriately.
Tecnical level for new buy entry is 185Not yet time to go heavy longs on Apple....If you wanna go heavy longs, 180-185 would be a safe level...If the channel breaks, then all hands in the air for a mega diarrhea fall.....I hope it doesn't come to that but....It looks like Wyckoff distribution at the moment for Apple....For very long term investors, buy some with every 10% dip.....
APPLE: Fibonacci Fractal Mapping IApple Inc has some complex cycles which we're about to breakdown to composite phases via fibonacci ratios.
REGULARITIES
Continuous Fractal
Since start 00's, bearish trends in Apple have notably shrunk in percentage terms, painting the past two decades as a period of ever growing optimism. Many long-term cycles remain incomplete for an extended time amplifying the opposing force.
A linear extensions through local tops can serve a future support level.
A parallel line of that same angle carries the same deterministic properties.
This unlocks use of Fibonacci channels to further analyze the structure factoring in specific side tilt.
Continuous Fractal Type - forces alternative approach in interconnecting critical points
Fibonacci Fractal Mapping
Fractal Hierarchy
AAPL will go short Mar 27Based on recent price action and indicators (with RSI and MACD hinting at possible weakness on the higher time frame), a short setup carries roughly a 60% probability of success over the next trading session. Conversely, a long move has an estimated 40% chance if prices find support and reverse from the current vicinity.
A target near 219–219.5 might be reasonable.