Strategies for Trading

How Large Overnight Moves in SPY and QQQ Play Out During the Trading Day Big overnight gaps in indices often set up compelling trading opportunities. This in-depth analysis examines how frequently these gaps are “faded” intraday, with special focus on Monday vs. other weekday differences along with the actionable trading insights I was able

Here’s how to trade a bear flag setup Bear flag patterns are one of the best chart patterns you can trade in a bear market and so let’s talk about how to trade a bear flag pattern. Just in case you don’t know what a bear flag pattern is, it is basically a pause in

Every swing trader faces moments of uncertainty when a trade doesn’t perform as expected. One of the biggest challenges is figuring out whether the trade failed due to flawed technical analysis vs market conditions not favorable or simply adverse to the trade setup. Understanding the difference between these two factors is critical for long-term trading

A stock market correction that started in February has continued its slide through March, leaving many traders wondering if they should go entirely to cash or keep trading. With volatility popping, and the Mag7 stocks crashing, this period can feel reminiscent of the early stages of previous market downturns. It’s not an easy environment to

Short-term bounces aren't meant to go straight up. There is plenty of reason to expect a stock market bounce right now, but it doesn't mean that stocks go straight up with out any resistance or push back. Once there is a meaningful reversal day, whether it is a major rally on strong volume, or a

As January goes, so goes the year! If you've been trading stocks for any length of time, you've probably heard of the January Barometer. You'll hear it quoted endlessly by the media, but let me tell you, that whole expression of "As January goes so goes the year" has zero value to it any longer.

The holiday season presents unique opportunities for swing traders who understand the market's behavior during these low volume periods. Thanksgiving and the Christmas/New Year period in particular exhibit some of the most reliable trading patterns of the year, offering swing traders distinct advantages when properly understood. Thanksgiving Week Trading Patterns Thanksgiving week has historically provided

Managing Portfolio Volatility in Swing Trading: Essential Tips for Success The stock market is a dynamic environment, and succeeding as a trader requires more than just knowledge of when to buy and sell. Managing portfolio volatility is crucial to sustaining long-term success in swing trading. It’s not just about making profits; it’s about protecting them

Don't Have Too Many Trade Confirmation Signals The previous day's massive reversal off the lows following the CPI report was completely unexpected and looking for a trade confirmation signal that would suggest that buying at the lows that morning would lead to a 150 point rally on SPX would've been nothing less than a pure

Understanding a Counter Trend Rally The Importance of Context in Trend Analysis Let’s talk about a counter trend rally as it applies to the stock market. The SPDR S&P 500 Trust ETF (SPY) mirrors the S&P 500 and its price action and for swing traders trying to predict and capture its price swings and