BTC - In the beginning phase of the Bull Cycle?*Important - Once the majority bashes crypto and calls it a scam calling for lower targets (like how many did in 2018 and missed out), that is when I will be all in! (In this post, Dumb Money were bashing on crypto, and they end up missing out on huge opportunity!. Check out the “Capitulation” phase shown on the comments.
Once dumb money becomes bullish, that would be the time to start taking profits regardless of top!
Whales/elites will not miss any opportunities to make money. They simply buy the fear, hype up the market, take profit and crash it again after taking profit. Instead of beating then, lets ride with them! ;)
Majority got Rekt last year due to listening to the "Bullish" Narratives the media and Social Media Influencers were portraying last year! Stop listening to them and start paying attention to the technicals.
Before reading, get rid of your moonboy mentality and no emotions for dips/corrections! Cannot rule bearish scenarios! Dips are for buying!!
People are so focused on the hourly/daily timeframe that they get emotional on every dip! Take a step back to the weekly/monthly timeframe and see why I'm so bullish now. Stop looking at the short-term dips/rise. Short term is irrelevant for the move that is coming!
You can't be emotional in these markets (stocks, forex, crypto, real estate, etc.). You will lose this game following the news and doing what the majority does. News creates emotions. Everything you need to know is on the charts. News is manipulated by the elites, and they take advantage of our emotions. Stop listening to the news and pay more attention to the charts. Don't follow the majority, because the majority will lose in the end! Also, don't buy the hype when everyone is buying... instead buy the fear when everyone else is selling.
Everything is on the chart! Cryptocurrencies are on the verge of exploding higher. Dips/Corrections are normal and needed in a bull market and are buying opportunities! Huge gains opportunity in the coming months! Never trade blindly. Use multiple indicators to make calculated decisions. Trade with no emotions!
"If you can't beat the fear, do it scared!"
"Be fearful when others are greedy, and greedy when others are fearful!" - Warren Buffet.
"Markets are a device for transferring money from the impatient to the patient. - Warren Buffet
"Show me the charts, and I'll tell you the news." - Bernard Baruch
"The secret to investing/trading is figuring out how rich you want to be and how poor you're willing to become."
"If you want to live like the 5% of the population who are hugely successful, then don't act like the 95%!"
Community ideas
Bitcoin: Wave 4 New Buy Signal.Bitcoin continues to gyrate within the Wave 4 price structure, which implies there is one more leg higher before probability favors a broader correction. Along with that, there is a buy signal in effect now (the break of the 42,600 inside bar high). This signal appears at a relevant level (off 40K support) and IF momentum follows through, has potential to test the 45 to 46K resistance in the coming week.
Now keep in mind, while this appears to be a higher quality setup, it appears in the middle of a holiday week. This fact can reduce the chances of follow through since volume is generally lower. I have been warning about the lower volume holiday environment to help shape expectations effectively (especially for those who receive my Trade Scanner signals).
Volume is more likely to get back to normal levels mid week or into early next week. Does this mean you should avoid signals? That would be the conservative choice. In my opinion if you want to take a signal, just trade smaller than usual size. If the momentum fails to follow through you lose less.
The key thing to consider is this: as long as Wave 4 does NOT overlap Wave 1, the bullish impulse still stands. This serves as a guide for objective and reasonable expectations. For example, momentum may fail and price may test 40K for a third time. If a new setup appears in such a scenario, I would consider this an even higher probability, especially if we are outside of the holiday volume.
The line illustration on my chart (Wave 5?) is what I consider the ideal scenario. This is NOT to be confused with a forecast because there is NO way to know if price will play out this way. These illustrations have not played out numerous times which is the nature of a market that is MOSTLY RANDOM (not always random). The idea behind this is to be prepared IF price confirms, and use this to gauge reward/risk.
If you intend to trade/invest for capital appreciation, your goal for the new year should be to focus your attention on the professional side of this business. This type of information exists in the form of academic papers, legal complaints, and professional associations, NOT Youtube. More time in front of charts WILL NOT matter if you do not understand what is going on behind the charts.
A big thank you again to the community for your encouragement and support over the year. Have a HAPPY, HEALTHY and PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR!
The Best and Worst Trades of 2023 💪First of all… happy new year to all traders, globally!
As the year comes to an end, and the new year begins, it’s time to join us in reviewing the top trades that defined our unforgettable year together. Marked by a historic market recovery across various global asset classes, including stocks, cryptocurrencies, and bonds, 2023 has been a memorable year for all of us.
Among the best performers, the Nasdaq-100 showed an incredible run, climbing more than 50% over the course of the year, while Bitcoin emerged as another noteworthy recovery adding more than $500 billion back to its market cap. While these two stories make many headlines, there’s much more to discuss and look into. After all, that’s what markets are about - research, planning, and data to find the next great trade.
Below, we'll recap these highlights, featuring charts and statistics that explain what happened in 2023 and some emerging trends to watch in 2024.
The best trades of 2023
Long Carvana +1063%
Long Solana +994%
Long Coinbase +448%
Long Avalanche +296%
Long Nvidia +245%
Long Bitcoin +161%
Long US dollars versus Turkish Lira +57%
Long Nasdaq-100 +55%
Short Natural Gas -38%
Short VIX -45%
For those who want to see more data, we’ve created handy lists for you below. Here are the best and worst for some of the most important asset classes:
The best stocks by market cap over $5 billion:
1. Carvana +1063%
2. Bridgegbio +502%
3. Coinbase +448%
4. Affirm +464%
5. Microstrategy +360%
6. Symbotic +346%
7. Applovin +275%
8. Super Micro Computer +253%
9. NVIDIA +245%
10. DraftKings +222%
Notable: Duolingo +232%
The worst stocks by market cap over $5 billion:
1. JD -53%
2. Moderna -45%
3. Pfizer -45%
4. Dollar general -45%
5. Estee Lauder -43%
6. Bayer -35%
7. Hertz -30%
8. Nokia -30%
9. Etsy -28%
10. Alibaba -19%
Notable: NIO -18%
The best performers in crypto by market cap over $3 billion:
1. Solana +994%
2. Chainlink +191%
3. Avalanche +296%
4. Bitcoin +161%
5. Cardano +155%
6. Polkadot +103%
7. Ethereum +97%
8. Tron +92%
9. XRP +88%
10. Dogecoin +33%
The biggest changes in forex - all pairs:
1. Swiss Franc / Turkish Lira +72%
2. British Pound / Turkish Lira +67%
3. Euro / Turkish Lira +63%
4. US Dollar / Turkish Lira +57%
5. Euro / Russian Ruble +33%
6. US Dollar / Russian Ruble +29%
7. Mexican Peso / Japanese Yen +25%
8. Swiss Franc / Japanese Yen +19%
9. British Pound / Japanese Yen +15%
10. Euro / Japanese Yen +13%
The best performers in commodities:
1. Cocoa +66%
2. Cattle +23%
3. Gold +13%
4. Sugar +4%
The worst performers in commodities:
1. Natgas -38%
2. Corn -29%
3. Wheat -20%
4. Soybean -11%
Indices:
1. Merval +321%
2. Nasdaq +55%
3. NIKKEI +31%
4. S&P 500 +25%
5. IBEX 35 +21%
6. DAX40 +19%
7. Russell 2000 +18%
8. Eurostoxx 50 +17%
9. CAC40 +15%
10. Eurostoxx 600 +11%
Notables:
Hang Seng -17%
VIX -45%
Thanks for being a part of our community and we look forward to celebrating the end of 2023 and the start of 2024. For those of you who read this far down, we have a game for you – can you spot the new tool we’ve added for 2024?
Happy new year, traders! Stay tuned for more great announcements.
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S&P starting to reprice it self as a comparison to the Russel Russel 2000 has currently reached is standard 2 deviation as a comparison to the pricing of s&p.
What this means is that currently the S&P price has increased so much over the Russel that recently it has deviated from it average +2 standard deviations.
At some point in time price will inevitably return to its average.
This could mean one of two things.
The s&p price declines more rapidly then Russel.
S&P does not increase in price as much as the Russel therefore underperforming the Russel causing the comparison to revert back to its average.
Last time such a miss price allocation happened lead to one of the biggest bear markets in recent history.
In 2000 the slow climb up with the SPX slowly rolling over and a big spike in Small cap quickly sent the SPX/RUT comparison plumet back down from its +2 to its +1 standard deviation within a short time period only to spike back up. (White arrows on the chart)
Something of the sort has happened recently.
Educational: A case for low volatility 🔹 INTRODUCTION
A prevalent saying in the trading world is that you need high volatility to make money in the markets. However, this statement needs to be more accurate. While high volatility is, in fact, necessary, it is very much based on perspective, and there are many cases where an extremely volatile market will be your downfall.
🔹 UNDERSTANDING THE ISSUE
The image above is an example of what a highly volatile market looks like. There are substantial moves and constant reversals. If you trade using traditional methods such as trend following, the majority will struggle to earn, executing in highly volatile markets.
In highly volatile markets, the odds of reaching your profit target drop significantly, and this is because the market could reverse at any time. You will also often hear that scalpers strive in these kinds of markets, which is very much possible, but this is because scalpers often trade at a negative risk ratio and take small gains from the markets. As a result, they can capitalize on those significant moves. See the image below.
However, what is happening within that highly volatile candle? One would be surprised to know that the market is not volatile within that candle on a lower timeframe. The market was very smooth and very consistent in its behavior.
Notice how the trend was very clear on the lower timeframe? Moreover, there are rarely any large spikes. Well, that is also low volatility, which brings us to another misconception between high and low volatility. Many people are under the assumption that low volatility means the market is not moving much. This is not the case. The market could be moving a lot; however, due to each move being consistent, it is considered low volatility. In other words, there is little variability in the movements. Each candle is within the same range of percentage change.
Notice how there are usually no large spikes in the low volatility charts? As long as that does not happen, trending markets can also be considered low volatility.
🔹SOLUTION
So, with all this understanding, how does one use high and low volatility to one's advantage? Well, at this point, it is clear. What anyone wants to do is use high volatility to enter the market is going to trend. So, we want to establish high volatility from a much higher timeframe. By doing this, we ensure that the market will trend significantly on a lower timeframe. What we then do is go to a much lower timeframe and execute within that volatility to catch extremely large moves in the market. Often, this will be within a single highly volatile candle. See the image below.
Thinking in Pine - Time Series Special CasesHello Everyone,
Welcome back to "Thinking in Pine" short video series. In this session, we have discussed few special cases of time series variables and using historical operator within local scope.
If you have not watched our previous video - "Thinking in Pine - Time Series" , request you to do that before continuing this video.
🎲 Summary of our today's discussion
How historical operator works for variables defined inside an conditional block
How historical operator works for variables defined in a loop.
🎯 Example Program Used
// Time series for variables within a condition
varip showLogInLoop = true
if(bar_index%3 == 0)
specialBarIndex = bar_index
if(bar_index > last_bar_index-3 and showLogInLoop)
log.info('Current and Previous special bar index are : {0} and {1}', specialBarIndex, specialBarIndex )
showLogInLoop := false
// Time series of variables within a loop
arrayOfX = array.new()
arrayOfLastX = array.new()
for i = 1 to 5
x = i*10
arrayOfX.push(x)
arrayOfLastX.push(x )
if(barstate.islastconfirmedhistory)
log.info('Array of X : {0}', arrayOfX)
log.info('Array of last X : {0}', arrayOfLastX)
🎲 References:
Pine Script® User Manual - Execution Model
Pine Script® User Manual - Time Series
Pine Script® User Manual - History Referencing Operator
Pine Script® Reference Manual - History Referencing Operator
Long Coinbase, Short BTC On Sell-The-News TriggerWhen traditional markets sense optimism, crypto markets go straight to the moon. Bitcoin (“BTC”) has been on a tear this year supported by hopes of spot BTC ETF launch, rising regulatory clarity, and monetary policy easing. When BTC sentiment turns bullish, it leads to sharp outperformance in digital asset-linked stocks as noted previously.
Coinbase is a top ranking performer. The crypto exchange stock is up a whopping 387% YTD outperforming BTC by almost 2.5x.
Outperformance during rallies is usually followed by sharper corrections during downturns. Buy the rumour and sell the news is common. In fact, it is more pronounced in crypto markets.
BTC trading at record prices for the year combined with bullish catalysts materializing soon, the risk of drawdown in prices remains high.
Digital asset linked stocks are likely to correct alongside BTC. But Coinbase is uniquely positioned to remain resilient. This paper posits a hypothetical trade set up with a long position in Coinbase and short position in BTC to position well into potential pull back in prices in the new year.
COINBASE’S “REGULATIONS FIRST” APPROACH HELPS BUT RISKS REMAIN
Coinbase adopts the strategy of regulation-focused expansion, giving it an upper hand in the otherwise largely unregulated digital asset industry.
That said, Coinbase faces its own raft of regulatory headwinds. In June 2023, the SEC sued Coinbase for operating as an Unregistered Securities Exchange, Broker, and Clearing Agency. Later in August, Coinbase filed a motion to dismiss the case on the basis that the cryptocurrencies listed on Coinbase do not qualify as securities.
Coinbase’s staking platform is another concern. Legal outcome remains uncertain. Regulatory overhang persists over Coinbase.
COINBASE HAS GAINED MARKET SHARE FROM CRISIS AT OTHER EXCHANGES
Coinbase has been holding up well when competing crypto exchanges have suffered collapse or punitive record regulatory fines. Consequently, it has been successful in swaying traders to its platform. News of Coinbase’s approval as a Virtual Asset Services Provider is just one of many global regulatory licenses the company has sought.
FTX collapse, regulatory action against Binance, and the shuttering of smaller exchanges like Bittrex has benefited Coinbase. It has gained BTC trading volume market share compared to last year (13.7% in 2023 v/s 5.7% in 2022), although it remains lower than its market share (18.1%) during the 2021 rally.
While Coinbase has taken volume share from Binance, both these crypto exchanges have lost share on BTC derivatives trading to CME Group. It is likely that Coinbase would lose out on some of the BTC trading volume to spot ETFs.
COINBASE IS THE CUSTODIAN FOR MOST OF THE PROPOSED SPOT BTC ETFs
While Coinbase may lose out on some of the trading volumes, it stands to benefit from the increased institutionalization of BTC.
The company has positioned itself to benefit from the institutional market as well. Coinbase Custody and Coinbase Prime are two of its offerings that stand to gain from spot ETF approval.
In Q3 2023, Coinbase derived 46% of its net revenue from transaction commissions (comprising of 95% from retail and 5% from institutions) and 54% from subscription and services revenue. This is a stark shift from Q3 2022 when 63% of its revenues came from transaction commissions. The shift towards services enables resilient growth from sustainable institutional sources.
Stablecoin revenue is the primary driver of services revenue for Coinbase. It has increased by 125% YoY. Stablecoin revenues represents earnings from stablecoin reserves linked to its partnership with Circle (USDC issuer).
While stablecoin revenues have driven growth in a high interest rate environment, Coinbase’s custodial revenue has lagged. Custodial income is up 9% YoY but 7% lower QoQ. Spot BTC approval with Coinbase as the custodian will help drive greater revenue resilience.
The following ETF’s which are up for approval imminently use Coinbase as their custody provider:
Source: Coindesk
Important to note that these agreements are not yet finalized and are subject to change. In fact, one of the SEC’s key concerns over approval has been the centralization of custody services with Coinbase. This recently caused Blackrock to amend the role of Coinbase in the proposed iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF. The goal of the amendments is to integrate refinements and improve the likelihood that the application is accepted by the SEC.
BITCOIN RALLY HAS OVERREACHED
A long position in BTC may be hard to justify given the massive price appreciation through 2023. BTC is up a mammoth 154%. Prices face risk of a sharp drawdown from profit taking.
Long-Term BTC holders have been accumulating their holdings all year. Many of these holders are now in profit. Nearly 90% of the total supply of BTC is in profit as per Glassnode.
While long-term holders have remained committed all year, realising these gains before a sell-the-news trigger will eventually lead to price pullback.
Source: Glassnode
THIS TIME, IT IS DIFFERENT FOR COINBASE
Coinbase performed poorly during the last Crypto drawdown. Back then, Coinbase was in dire straits. Losses looked precarious. Valuations were still roaring from its heady IPO levels. Now, both these metrics provide a reasonable entry.
Coinbase stock is still 50% lower compared to its level in Nov 2021 when BTC prices started collapsing.
HYPOTHETICAL TRADE SETUP
The hype in the run up to the approval of Spot BTC ETF is palpable. Downside risk prevails across BTC and Coinbase.
If buy-the-rumour & sell-the-news plays out, Coinbase is expected to remain resilient (relative to BTC) given larger market share and revenue diversification. Higher institutional income will also help bolster revenues along with increased trading volumes typically experienced during market shocks.
Investors can position to benefit from Coinbase’s relative resilience by opting for a long position in its shares hedged by a short position in CME Micro Bitcoin Futures expiring in January (MBTF2024). Each MBT contract provides exposure to 0.1 BTC (~USD 4,278). This requires 25 shares of Coinbase to balance the notional values on both legs.
The hypothetical trade set up would involve:
• Entry: 0.404% (USD 173.2 divided by USD 42,780)
• Target: 0.480%
• Stop Loss: 0.365%
• Profit at Target: USD 670
• Loss at Stop: USD 467
• Reward/Risk: 1.43x
Note: As of close of markets on 26th December 2023; Coinbase shares: USD 173.2 and MBTF2024: USD 42,780
MARKET DATA
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Bitcoin Consolidating In A Bull Pennant?Bitcoin appears to be consolidating in a bull pennant. I have not checked the chart in over a week as I have been on vacation, and little has changed - including the price.
A pennant has a descending resistance and ascending support. Remember, this can easily turn into a flag, a descending parallel channel. For that to happens, support breaks... people get bearish, only to see another form of bullish consolidation. So be careful.
Price is clearly interested in the $42,000 key area here, no surprises.
Solana Is the Fourth Largest Cryptocurrency by Capitalisation.Solana Is the Fourth Largest Cryptocurrency by Capitalisation. But for How Long?
2023 turned out to be a good year for cryptocurrencies, especially given the depressing mood that reigned at the end of 2022.
From the beginning of 2023:
→ Bitcoin increased in price by more than 150% – including due to rumours related to the approval of applications for a Bitcoin ETF;
→ Ethereum rose by approximately 85%.
But what has been particularly impressive is the progress made by the Solana project. This is a decentralised blockchain platform, which is characterised by high speed and scalability — they are achieved through the use of a unique architecture based on the Proof-of-History (PoH) protocol. In 2023, Solana became the first blockchain platform to reach 50,000 transactions per second. And a number of large investment funds, such as Grayscale and CoinShares, have added SOL to their portfolios.
SOL is a token that is used to pay for transactions and services on the Solana platform. It can also be used for staking to help support the network. The SOL/USD rate in 2023 has increased by more than 1000%!
At the same time, SOL now ranks 4th in terms of capitalisation of cryptocurrencies — after BTC, ETH, and the USDT stablecoin. December was the month when the price of the SOL token exceeded the psychological level of USD 100 for the first time since April 2022 (the historical high reached in the fall of 2021 exceeds the USD 250 level for SOL).
But will the price be able to stay above USD 100?
The 4-hour chart on the FXOpen TickTrader platform shows that:
→ the price broke through the USD 100 level, but did not test it;
→ the price broke through the level of USD 110, which confirmed its role as support;
→ the price reached the upper limit of the ascending channel, which began in early November.
At the same time, the chart shows bearish signs:
→ the price sharply reversed from the upper border of the channel on the last closed candle;
→ divergences formed on the RSI indicator.
In such a situation, you should be prepared for a scenario in which the SOL/USD price may fall — for example, to test the USD 100 level. In this case, the market can be supported by the median line of the channel.
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déjà vuCircle is the most perfect of shapes. It optimizes its area perfectly. An architectural marvel with no point of failure. And it is unique. All circles are similar to each other. Some small, other large. In the end identical.
Cycle is the Hellenic word of Circle.
I purposefully call it "Hellenic" instead of "Greek"
Market cycles are just that, cycles/circles. All of them are identical clones of the original.
Price is after all, nothing more than perfect fractals, the equation of which is, and will forever be, unknown to us.
FED is the all-powerful entity that gives birth and death to bull markets. Its only weapon is yield rates. Don't go against the FED.
Yield rates up = Bull Equity Market
Yield rates down = Bear Equity Market
Many think this is the other way around, that yield rates kill equity markets.
Why do rate hikes help equities though? Because Bonds. Bonds suffer during periods of rate hikes. And they soar when yield rates remain constant or fall.
The usual investment strategy of equities+bonds is creating a rapid shift in flow as we speak.
For a year, massive amounts of wealth was withdrawn from bonds, and invested into equities.
This trend is about to shift rapidly.
And the speed of such a shift is extreme.
While short-term rates are very fast moving, long-term yields represent a heavy market, and thus are more important in our analysis. I will ignore the FEDFUNDS rate because it represents a fraction of the weight of US10Y.
Long-term yields didn't change much in 2007, but the crash was devastating.
In 2018 the same happened, but faster in US10Y. The slope was much higher than in 2007. This resulted in a literal black swan event. The consequences of the 2020 crash are still unknown.
Moving to today, we witness an unparalleled change in yield rates. This has resulted in massive bond crashes as we have shown before, and will most certainly lead to incalculable effects in the equity market.
History has shown that the stronger the rate change, the harder the crash. This makes sense. The higher yield rates go, the greater the incentive to invest in bonds.
Be aware, the market is waiting for the FED to trigger the crash.
Make sure to pick the correct side when the cycle ends again.
Tread lightly, for this is hallowed ground.
-Father Grigori
Bitcoin Futures: A Quantitative Approach to Analyzing BTCIntroduction to Bitcoin Futures
Bitcoin, the pioneering digital asset, has carved a niche in the financial markets with its futures contracts. Bitcoin Futures provide traders and investors a regulated avenue to speculate on the price of Bitcoin without holding the actual cryptocurrency. This article delves into a quantitative analysis to analyze the next week's potential value of Bitcoin Futures, employing a sophisticated Neural Network model.
Current Market Landscape
The Bitcoin market is known for its rapid price movements. Recently, regulatory news, technological advancements, and shifts in investor sentiment have contributed to market fluctuations. Understanding these trends is crucial for traders looking to navigate this dynamic landscape.
Quantitative Analysis of BTC Futures' Potential Price Movements
Neural Networks & Machine Learning: At the heart of our quantitative approach is a Neural Network model. This model has been trained on historical weekly data of Bitcoin Futures, including key price points and other relevant market indicators.
Data Preprocessing: To ensure accuracy, the data underwent rigorous preprocessing, including normalization to make it suitable for the Neural Network. This step is essential in highlighting the true patterns and trends in the data without noise or scale issues distorting the model's view.
Model Training: Our model was trained over 500 iterations, adjusting its internal parameters to minimize prediction error. This training process involved feeding the model historical data and letting it learn from the actual price movements.
Evaluation and Prediction: After training, the model's performance was evaluated. The actual prices were compared against the model's predictions to assess robustness. This evaluation is crucial in understanding the model's reliability.
Impact of External Factors
Bitcoin Futures are affected by a range of external factors, including regulatory changes, market sentiment, and technological developments. These factors can cause sudden and unpredictable market movements, making the analysis of future potential prices challenging. Our model takes into account the historical impact of these factors, but it's important to remember that unforeseen future events can lead to deviations from predicted values.
Forward-Looking Market Views
Based on our Neural Network's learning and the recent market data, the model predicts that the value of Bitcoin Futures for the next week will be around "$44,026.60". This prediction is visualized in our graph comparing actual prices against predicted values over time, providing a clear view of the model's accuracy.
Given the fact that the current value of BTC is slightly under 43,000, a trader could plan a long trade targeting 44,026.60 as their exit price. Entries could be taken in many ways such as utilizing key technical supports or waiting for breakouts above key resistance price levels. In all cases, a professional approach to taking risk in the marketplace always require managing such risk using stop-loss orders and making sure the trade size has been pre-calculated. There are many more options on how to have a contingency plan in place in case BTC moved in the opposite direction our AI expected it to. More on this in future articles.
The model's learning curve, depicted in the accuracy graph, shows how the prediction accuracy improved over training iterations, reflecting the model's increasing proficiency at understanding the market.
Conclusion
Our quantitative analysis, utilizing a sophisticated Neural Network model, provides a prediction for the next week's value of Bitcoin Futures. While this prediction is grounded in historical data and advanced algorithms, it's important for traders to consider the inherent volatility and unpredictability of the Bitcoin market. The predictive model is a powerful tool, but it should be used as part of a broader strategy that considers market news, economic reports, and other indicators.
When charting futures, the data provided could be delayed. Traders working with the ticker symbols discussed in this idea may prefer to use CME Group real-time data plan on TradingView: www.tradingview.com This consideration is particularly important for shorter-term traders, whereas it may be less critical for those focused on longer-term trading strategies.
General Disclaimer:
The trade ideas presented herein are solely for illustrative purposes, forming a part of a case study intended to demonstrate key principles in risk management within the context of the specific market scenarios discussed. These ideas are not to be interpreted as investment recommendations or financial advice. They do not endorse or promote any specific trading strategies, financial products, or services. The information provided is based on data believed to be reliable; however, its accuracy or completeness cannot be guaranteed. Trading in financial markets involves risks, including the potential loss of principal. Each individual should conduct their own research and consult with professional financial advisors before making any investment decisions. The author or publisher of this content bears no responsibility for any actions taken based on the information provided or for any resultant financial or other losses.
Thinking in Pine - var, varip and regular variablesThis is our first video session on "Thinking in Pine" series. Before we start, we want to explain a bit about our new initiative.
🎲 What is "Thinking in Pine"?
In our journey to empower the trading community, we're excited to introduce "Thinking in Pine," a series of concise, 5-10 minute videos dedicated to unraveling the complexities of Pine Script®. We have our own list of topics to be covered, and we will start releasing the videos one by one. However, if you're grappling with any aspect of Pine Script® or stuck on an implementation, we encourage you to reach out to us or drop a comment here. We aim to address your queries by breaking down challenging concepts or implementations into easily digestible content.
What kind of videos are covered in "Thinking in Pine"?
Pine Script® Focus: We try to keep our focus on Pine Script® concepts and implementations.
General Utility: We prioritize topics that offer broader learning value. Though it's challenging to quantify this, we'll use our judgment to select topics that benefit the wider audience.
Time-Efficient Demonstrations: Ideally, we want to keep our demonstrations to 5–10 mins of time.
We're here to demystify Pine Script®, one topic at a time, making it accessible for everyone from beginners to advanced users. Stay tuned for insightful sessions with "Thinking in Pine"!
🎲 Demonstrating var, varip and regular variables in Pine Script®
In this video, we have demonstrated the difference between var, varip and regular variables by using an example implementation of OBV indicator.
🎯 Logic of OBV Calculation
Start with the value 0
On each bar, add volume to the indicator if close price is higher than previous bar close price.
On each bar, remove volume from the indicator is close price is lesser than previous bar close price
🎯 Highlights
Regular variables are initialized separately on each bar and does not propagate value to next bar unless coded to do it.
var variables are initialized once and then can be reassigned any number of times using := operator . The variables declared as var will propagate the current values to the next bar.
varip variables are initialized once and then can be reassigned any number of times using := operator . varip will behave similar to var on historical bars. However, on real time bars, they are recalculated on every tick, and they remember the state of each tick.
🎯 Example Program Used
Here is the example program used in the demonstration.
//Plot built-in OBV value for reference
plot(ta.obv, "OBV Built In", color=color.yellow)
//Volume multiplied by +-1 based on change in close price compared to previous bar.
volumeBySign = math.sign(nz(ta.change(close), 0))*volume
//Obv calculation by using regular variable. Code need to access and add last bar value using obvByRegular
obvByRegular = 0.0
obvByRegular += nz(obvByRegular , 0) + volumeBySign
plot(obvByRegular, "OBV By Regular Variable", color=color.blue)
//Obv calculation using var variable. Since var variables propagate values to next bar,
// we do not need to use historical operator to get the last bar value
var obvByVar = 0.0
obvByVar += volumeBySign
plot(obvByVar, "OBV by var Variable", color = color.maroon)
//Obv implementation using varip. The OBV is calculated based on every tick. Histoical values will match the same as that of other implementation.
//However, in real time, the calculations are done based on the tick values
varip obvByVarip = 0.0
varip lastPrice = close
varip lastVolume = volume
if(barstate.isnew)
lastVolume := 0
obvByVarip += math.sign(close-lastPrice)*(volume-lastVolume)
lastPrice := close
lastVolume := volume
plot(obvByVarip, "OBV by varip Variable", color = color.purple)
🎲 References:
Pine Script® User Manual - Variable declarations
Pine Script® Reference Manual - var
Pine Script® Reference Manual - varip
Pine Script® User Manual - Operators
Happy Holidays and Merry ChristmasHappy holidays and merry Christmas, traders.
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Full Time Trading. Everything You Need to Know
Once you mature in trading and become a consistently profitable trader, the question arises: are you ready to trade full time?
Becoming a full time trade is a very significant step and my things must be taken into consideration before you make it.
✨ Becoming a full time trader implies that you quit your current job, that you give up a stable income - your salary.
In contrast to classic job, trading does not give guarantees . Please, realize that such a thing as stable income does not exist in trading.
Trading is a series of winning and losing trades, positive and negative periods. For that reasons, remember that in order to become a full time trader, your average monthly trading income must be at least twice as your monthly expenses.
✨ Moreover, even if your trading income is sufficient to cover two months of your life, that is still not enough. You must have savings.
Trading for more than 9 years, I faced with quite prolonged negative periods. One time I was below zero for the entire quarter.
For that reason, supporting a family and living a decent life will require savings that will help you not to sink during the losing periods.
✨ Another very important sign is your correct and objective view on your trading. Please, realize that if you bought Bitcoin one time and made a couple of thousands of dollars, it does not make you a consistently profitable trader.
Please, do not confuse luck with the skill. Your trading must be proven by many years of trading.
✨ You must be emotionally prepared for the living conditions that full time trading will bring you.
Being a full time trader implies that you are constantly at home,
you work from home from Monday to Friday.
You do not see your colleagues, your social life will change dramatically.
I know a lot of people who started to trade full time and then realized that they can not work from home for different reasons.
⭐️ So what are the necessary conditions for becoming a full time traders:
you should have savings that will cover the negative trading periods,
your average monthly trading income should be at least twice as your monthly expenses,
your trading efficiency must be proven by objective, consistent results,
and you must be psychologically prepared for working from home.
When these conditions are met, you can make a significant step and become a full-time trader.
Are you ready?
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Harnessing Harmonics Part 1: The Measured MoveWelcome to this two-part series on Harmonics! In this first instalment, we'll delve into the foundational concept of the Measured Move using the ABCD pattern. Understanding this essential structure lays the groundwork for precise trading decisions based on harmonic principles.
Introducing the ABCD Pattern
Price action in any market and on all timeframes tends to move from periods of imbalance in supply and demand to periods of equilibrium. This ebb and flow of price discovery is reflected in the ABCD price pattern – a foundational pattern in harmonics which is an area of technical analysis that seeks to utilise the current volatility of a market to predict turning points.
The ABCD pattern illustrates the ‘impulse, retracement, impulse’ nature of trending price action, it consists of three legs:
AB: The initial leg of the move
BC: A corrective phase following AB
CD: The leg that mirrors AB in direction approx. magnitude
Harmonic ABCD Pattern:
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What is a Measured Move?
The core principle behind the ABCD pattern is that the best approximation of the next phase of directional price movement is the magnitude of the last phase of directional price action. In other words, the best predictor of CD is AB.
A Measured Move is generated by identifying when an AB leg has formed and transposing this AB leg onto the corrective phase at BC.
Understanding the Measured Move within the ABCD pattern serves as a cornerstone for traders seeking to employ harmonic analysis techniques to anticipate market movements with precision.
Measured Move Approximations:
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How to Use the Measured Move:
The Measured Move is a simple concept but can be very powerful when harnessed correctly. In a world in which the vast majority of technical indicators are lagging in nature, the Measured Move is a forward-looking indicator that is calibrated the volatility of each individual market.
Here are the two cleanest ways to utilise Measured Moves in your trading:
1. Dynamic Profit Target:
Utilise the Measured Move as a dynamic profit target mechanism. Once the initial trend (AB leg) is established, projecting the potential length of the subsequent move (CD leg) provides a quantifiable target for profit-taking. This aids traders in securing gains while the trend continues its momentum.
Benefits:
Offers a clear and predefined target for profit-taking, aiding in trade management.
Can help traders to focus on the trade setups with the most attractive levels of risk-to-reward.
Additional Tips and Tricks:
Confirm the Measured Move target with other technical indicators or patterns for stronger validation.
Adjust trade size and risk exposure according to the projected target to optimise risk management.
Measured Move Profit Target Example:
In the following example, EUR/USD puts in a clear directional move lower which breaks support – forming an AB leg. The market then undergoes a choppy period of retracement – forming our BC leg.
A trend continuation trade setup in which EUR/USD is shorted can then be initiated and a profit target can be generated using a Measured Move (CD) which is generated by transposing AB onto BC.
Part 1: EUR/USD Daily Candle Chart
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Play if forward (see part 2 below) and we can see that the market comfortably hits the harmonic measured move target and forms a short-term bottom around the harmonic target zone.
Part 2: EUR/USD Daily Candle Chart
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2. Reversal Zone:
The Measured Move can be used to identify areas where price action may stall or reverse direction. When the CD leg completes near the projected Measured Move level, it serves as a signal for potential trend reversal, providing an opportunity to enter trades in the opposite direction.
Benefits:
Pinpoints potential reversal points, allowing for strategic entry into new trends.
Provides an early indication of trend exhaustion or change in direction.
Additional Tips and Tricks:
Combine the Measured Move analysis with horizontal levels of support and resistance.
Combine with reversal candlestick patterns.
Example 1: FTSE Completes Measured Move into Resistance
In the following example, the FTSE completes a harmonic Measured Move into a clear area of horizontal resistance. Notice how a series of reversal candles form near the harmonic completion zone.
FTSE 100 Daily Candle Chart
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Example 2: Gold Completes Measured Move into Resistance
Here’s a recent example of a harmonic Measured Move completion in the gold market. Notice how this completion occurs at a key level of resistance and a large bearish engulfing candle forms upon completion.
Gold Daily Candle Chart
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Summary:
By integrating the Measured Move technique into your trading strategy, you gain a structured approach to both profit-taking on trend continuations and identifying potential reversal areas. This methodical application of harmonic principles aids in enhancing trade precision and confidence.
In Part 2 we'll explore advanced harmonic concepts building upon this foundation.
Disclaimer: This is for information and learning purposes only. The information provided does not constitute investment advice nor take into account the individual financial circumstances or objectives of any investor. Any information that may be provided relating to past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results or performance. Social media channels are not relevant for UK residents.
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Navigating the Markets with Fibonacci ChannelsToday we delve into the fascinating world of Fibonacci Channels, a powerful tool for traders looking to identify potential non-horizontal support and resistance levels in the market.
Throughout the video, we provide a step-by-step guide on how to place Fibonacci Channels on price charts, allowing you to visualize and understand their significance in identifying key price levels. We also showcase real-world examples to demonstrate how Fibonacci Channels can be used to find points of interest, such as trend reversals and price targets.
Furthermore, we discuss the integration of Fibonacci Channels with other technical indicators, providing insights into how this combination can enhance your trading strategy. By the end of this video, you will have a comprehensive understanding of Fibonacci Channels and the ability to confidently incorporate them into your trading approach. Get ready to unlock the potential of Fibonacci Channels and take your trading skills to the next level!
Nasdaq100: Analyzing the Potential Impact of a Rising Wedge The Nasdaq100, a benchmark index comprised of 100 of the largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange, has long been a key indicator of the tech-heavy segment of the market. However, recent market trends and technical analysis have sparked concerns about a potential downturn, largely attributed to the formation of a rising wedge pattern that commenced on December 7th.
A rising wedge is a technical chart pattern characterized by a series of higher highs and higher lows, converging in a manner that resembles a triangle with a rising slope. Despite its name, this pattern often signals a potential reversal in the market's upward trajectory, suggesting an imminent downturn.
Since its inception on December 7th, the Nasdaq100 has exhibited this distinct pattern, with successive higher highs and higher lows gradually converging. While such formations are not definitive predictors of future market movements, they serve as cautionary indicators, prompting investors and analysts to scrutinize the market's behavior more closely.
Historically, rising wedges have been associated with bearish implications for the markets. The narrowing price range within this pattern indicates a loss of momentum and an impending decrease in buying interest. As a result, investors tend to grow cautious and may start reducing their positions, leading to a potential selloff.
Several factors may exacerbate the impact of this pattern on the Nasdaq100's performance. Firstly, the ongoing concern about inflationary pressures, supply chain disruptions, and potential interest rate hikes by central banks may contribute to market volatility. Moreover, uncertainties surrounding geopolitical tensions and global economic recovery post-pandemic continue to cast a shadow on investor sentiment.
Tech stocks, which heavily populate the Nasdaq100, are particularly sensitive to market shifts and sentiment changes. The rising wedge pattern's presence within this index raises concerns about the sustainability of the rally that propelled many technology companies to soaring heights.
However, it's crucial to note that technical patterns are just one aspect of market analysis and not foolproof predictors. Fundamental analysis, including a company's financial health, earnings reports, and industry trends, plays a significant role in determining stock performance.
Investors and traders are closely monitoring key support and resistance levels within the rising wedge pattern. A breach below the lower trendline could signal confirmation of a potential downturn, prompting increased selling pressure and a bearish outlook for the Nasdaq100.
In conclusion, the Nasdaq100's formation of a rising wedge pattern since December 7th has raised concerns among market participants. While technical analysis suggests a potential downturn, it's imperative to consider broader market dynamics and fundamental factors that could influence the index's future performance. As investors navigate these uncertainties, a cautious approach with a diversified portfolio and strategic risk management may prove prudent in navigating potential market volatility ahead.