NAS100 Technical Analysis and Next Week's Trading Plan

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Trend Overview:
NAS100 has recently completed Wave 5 of a higher-degree impulsive structure, indicating a potential trend reversal or a corrective move is imminent. This is consistent with Elliott Wave Theory, where after a 5-wave move, the market typically retraces in a corrective 3-wave pattern (ABC).

Key Structural Observations:

Wave 5 Characteristics: Sharp rally towards 21,247.5 suggests exhaustion of bullish momentum as it aligns with a liquidity zone.
Significant Break of Structure (BOS): A bearish BOS at the daily level signals potential trend weakness.
2. Technical Components
A. Elliott Wave Analysis
Current Count:

Wave 5 Completion: The chart shows Wave 5 at 21,247.5.
Expectation: A corrective Wave ABC towards lower levels, targeting key support zones.
Next Move:

Wave A: Likely to move toward the dealing range low (20,465.8).
Wave B: A shallow retracement before further downside.
B. Harmonic Patterns
Bearish Harmonic Pattern Completion:

The harmonic structure completes near 21,247.5, a confluence zone marked by Fibonacci extensions (0.786 of Wave 4 and 1.272 extension of Wave 3).
Expect strong selling pressure near this level.
Harmonic Implications:

Downward targets align with Fibonacci retracements:
38.2% at 20,758 (minor support).
61.8% at 19,777.5 (major support).
C. Order Flow and Liquidity
Liquidity Zones:

Buy-Side Liquidity (BSL): Stops above 21,247.5 represent trapped buyers in the rally, making this level a magnet for liquidity grabs.
Sell-Side Liquidity (SSL): Stops below 20,465.8 will likely get targeted during the correction.
Point of Control (POC):

POC at 19,493.2: A high-volume area that aligns with the lower end of the dealing range, marking a potential demand zone.
D. Volume Profile
Volume Concentration:
Significant buying volume occurred in the range 20,758–19,888, suggesting this range will act as initial support during a pullback.

Low Volume Areas (LVAs):
Thin volume between 21,000 and 21,247 indicates potential for a rapid decline if selling pressure emerges.

3. Key Levels
Resistance Levels:
21,247.5:
Major swing high and harmonic completion zone.
High-probability reversal area.
Support Levels:
20,758: Minor support (38.2% retracement).
19,777.5: Major support (61.8% retracement).
19,493.2: Final support zone (Point of Control and low of dealing range).
4. Next Week's Trading Plan
Scenario 1: Bearish Move (Primary Plan)
Short Setup:

Entry: Enter short positions near 21,247.5, targeting liquidity above this level.
Stop Loss: Set stops above 21,300 (beyond the invalidation of Wave 5).
Profit Targets:
Target 1: 20,465.8 (sell-side liquidity zone).
Target 2: 19,777.5 (major Fibonacci support).
Target 3: 19,493.2 (POC/demand zone).
Rationale:

Exhaustion of Wave 5 aligns with harmonic completion and liquidity grab.
Scenario 2: Bullish Move (Secondary Plan)
Bullish Setup:

Entry: Enter long positions if price retraces to 20,758–19,777.5 and shows bullish rejection (e.g., pin bar, engulfing candle).
Stop Loss: Set stops below 19,424.3 (final invalidation of bullish structure).
Profit Targets:
Target 1: 21,138.9 (prior swing high).
Target 2: 21,247.5 (retest of highs).
Rationale:

The correction might end within the identified dealing range, providing a favorable risk-reward for longs.
5. Key Validation and Invalidation Levels
Bearish Bias Invalidated:

Sustained break above 21,300 suggests continued bullish momentum.
Bullish Bias Invalidated:

Break below 19,424.3 invalidates bullish correction, signaling deeper retracement.
6. Risk Management
Position Sizing: Keep risk per trade between 1-2% of capital.
Risk-Reward Ratio: Aim for 3:1 or higher.
Max Loss for the Week: Do not exceed 5% drawdown.
7. Additional Considerations
Economic Calendar: Monitor macroeconomic data that could impact U.S. indices.
Market Sentiment: Watch for news and earnings that may affect NAS100 components.
Live Order Flow: Track changes in real-time to confirm bearish/bullish moves.
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Trade closed: target reached
🚨 Monday Trading Plan Update: "Patience is Key" 🚨

📅 Objective: Gain clarity by observing Monday's price action and the daily close.

🌟 Plan Breakdown
🛑 Sit-Out Mode (Main Strategy)

Mondays often bring choppy, unclear moves. By waiting for the daily close, we can spot:
Where key levels are forming.
How price reacts to these levels.
When to position for high-probability setups.
🎯 Scalp Option (For the Brave)

If you must trade, stick to small, low-risk scalps. Use high-confluence setups and tight risk management.
🔍 Why This Approach?
💡 "Not trading is also trading."

Avoid unnecessary losses from impatience.
Prepare for higher-quality setups later in the week.
Start the week with a clear and disciplined mindset.
📊 What to Observe Today:

Key levels and reactions.
Sentiment from market participants.
Volatility and range for the week.
💎 Key Takeaway
"Trading is a marathon, not a sprint." Starting your week with patience helps you trade smarter and align with your strategy.

Let's stay sharp, observe the market, and prepare for the opportunities ahead. 💪
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📊 End of Day Thoughts

Today’s market showed a lot of indecision, with price consolidating around key levels. For me, it was a reminder that waiting for clarity is just as important as taking trades. Tomorrow, I’ll be watchingfor potential setups
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