GME GameStop Options Ahead of EarningsIf you haven`t sold GME before the previous earnings:
Then analyzing the options chain and the chart patterns of GME GameStop prior to the earnings report this week,
I would consider purchasing the 15usd strike price at the money Calls with
an expiration date of 2024-1-19,
for a premium of approximately $2.63.
If these options prove to be profitable prior to the earnings release, I would sell at least half of them.
Looking forward to read your opinion about it.
Strategy
HOW-TO apply an indicator that is only available upon request?Recently, I've realized that my typical day involves constant encounters with indicators. For example, when the alarm clock rings, it's an indicator that it's morning and time to get up. I am checking the phone and once again paying attention to the indicators: battery charge and network signal level. I figure out in just one second that such a complex element of the phone as the battery is 100% charged and the signal from the cell towers is good enough.
Then I’m going out on a busy street, and it's only because of the traffic light indicator that I can safely cross the road to reach the parking lot. Looking at the on-board computer of my car, with its many indicators, I know that all the components of this complicated mechanism are working properly, and I can start driving.
Now, imagine what would happen if none of this existed. I would have to act blindly, relying on luck: hoping that I would wake up on time, that the phone would work today, that car drivers would let me cross the road, and that my own car would not suddenly stop because it ran out of gas.
We can say that indicators help to explain complex processes or phenomena in simple and understandable language. I think they will always be in demand in today's complex world, where we deal with a huge flow of information that cannot be perceived without simplifications.
If we talk about the financial market, it's all about constant data, data, data. Add in the element of randomness and everything becomes totally messed up.
To create indicators that simplify the analysis of financial information, the TradingView platform uses its own programming language — Pine Script . With this language, you can describe not only unique indicators, but also strategies — meaning algorithms for opening and closing positions.
All these tools are grouped together under the term "script" . Just like a trade or educational idea, a script can also be published. After this, it will be available to other users. The published script can be:
1. Visible in the list of community scripts with unrestricted access. Simply find the script by its name and add it to the chart.
2. Visible in the list of community scripts, but access is by invitation only. You'll need to find the script by its name and request access from its author.
3. Not visible in the list of community scripts, but accessible via a link. To add such a script to a chart, you need to have the link.
4. Not visible in the list of community scripts; access is by invitation only. You'll need both a link to the script and permission for access obtained from its author.
If you have added to your favorites a script that requires permission from the author, you'll only be able to start using the indicators after the author includes you in the script's user list. Without this, you will get an error message every time you add an indicator to the chart. In this case, contact the author to learn how to gain access. Instructions on how to contact the author are located after the script's description and highlighted within a frame. There you will also find the 'Add to favorite indicators' button.
The access can be valid until a certain date or indefinitely. If the author has granted access, you will be able to add the script to the chart.
EURUSD Is ready for the big bullish run towards 1.1050!On Thursday, EUR/USD faced a significant decline of almost a hundred pips, marking its worst day in months. The Euro weakened broadly, while the US Dollar showed a mixed performance due to softer inflation and a balanced labor market in the US. Daily chart indicators suggest a downside, though the overall trend remains upward, albeit with reduced momentum. A close above 1.1000 would indicate potential for more gains, while a drop below 1.0780 could shift the bias. On the 4-hour chart, EUR/USD broke an uptrend line and is testing the 1.0890 support, with the next target at 1.0860. A break could focus on 1.0830, likely attracting buyers. Technical indicators lean negative, and the RSI approaches oversold levels, suggesting potential consolidation around 1.0900. To remove the short-term bearish bias, the Euro needs to rise above the 20-period SMA at 1.0960. The pair experienced its most significant decline in over a month, correcting from three-month highs above 1.1000, reaching a bottom at 1.0883, with a potential for short-term consolidation. Eurozone CPI rose 2.4% YoY in November, below October's 2.9%, marking the slowest annual increase since July 2021. Speculation arises about a potential ECB rate cut as inflation approaches the 2% target. The Euro lagged in the market for two consecutive days, especially against the Swiss Franc. Final Manufacturing PMI readings and a rebound in US Treasury yields supported the US Dollar despite mixed US data. Inflation remained above the Federal Reserve's target, while rising Continuing Jobless Claims indicated a softer labor market. On Friday, the release of US data, including the ISM Manufacturing PMI, is scheduled.
BTC - Market Structure 101 📚 Keeping It SimpleHello TradingView Family / Fellow Traders,
📊 I find the BTC H1 chart interesting as it has been respecting the market structure cleanly inside the rising channel recently.
📈 As the price approaches the lower bound of the channel, the bulls are taking control for an impulse after breaking above the last high in blue and the 21 EMA.
📉 Conversely , as the price nears the upper bound of the channel, the bears take charge for a correction after breaking below the last low in green and the 21 EMA.
Today, BTC rejected the upper bound and broke below the green low and 21 EMA, signaling that the bears are currently in control.
📉 The bears are expected to maintain control, and we anticipate a movement towards the lower bound of the channel.
📈 However , a shift in momentum could occur if the bulls regain control by breaking above the red channel and reaching 38,100. In such a scenario, we would anticipate a bullish continuation towards the upper bound of the rising channel.
What are your thoughts? Do you believe BTC will continue to adhere to this simple market structure?
📚 Always follow your trading plan regarding entry, risk management, and trade management.
Good luck!
All Strategies Are Good; If Managed Properly!
~Richard Nasr
EURUSD Ready for the big short towards 1.089The EUR/USD experienced a decline after four consecutive days of gains, stabilizing just below 1.1000, while the US Dollar seeks to recover. On Thursday, Eurozone inflation data could disappoint expectations downward, while the US will release the core PCE index and weekly jobless claims. A daily close well above 1.1010 could pave the way for further gains. A decisive break below 1.0960 would indicate further losses, with the next support at 1.0920, near an upward trendline. Key resistance is at 1.1000, while additional recent highs could lead to resistance at 1.1070. The inflation situation in Europe indicates a slowdown, with German and Spanish data falling below expectations. Overall, the positive trend of the ECB may be influenced by additional inflation data. The US economy showed stronger growth in the third quarter than previously estimated, bolstering the Dollar. On Thursday, US data on Core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) and weekly jobless claims could further influence the Dollar, especially if they highlight further slowing of inflation and the labor marke
XAUUSD Is it time to go down? Target 2026!Gold Trend: The price of gold appears to be in an upward phase, testing $2,050 per troy ounce. This could be influenced by various factors, including expectations regarding inflation, the strength of the dollar, and the monetary policy of the Federal Reserve.
Role of the Dollar: Although the US dollar is showing signs of recovery, it remains generally weak. Hopes for an end to the tightening cycle by the Federal Reserve may be one of the factors contributing to this weakness.
Federal Reserve Position: Statements from some regional bank presidents of the Federal Reserve indicate a divergence of opinions regarding the future path of monetary policy. While some are confident that inflation will remain under control, others are more cautious and do not rule out further interest rate hikes.
Government Bond Yields: Yields on US government bonds are declining, indicating some caution or concern about the economy. The recent lows in yields may reflect a growing focus on safe-haven assets such as gold.
Upcoming Key Events: Investors seem to be awaiting US inflation data, particularly the October Core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) Price Index. A further decrease in inflationary pressure could positively impact the market and pose a threat to the demand for dollars.
Gold Next Move ? (XAUUSD)Investors in Asia, meanwhile, took comments from erstwhile Federal Reserve hawk Christopher Waller as perhaps a signal of another era-shift, as he flagged that U.S. interest rates could be cut in the months ahead.
A rally in bonds and slide in the dollar that has run for weeks in the afterglow of a benign U.S. inflation report extended in Asia in the wake of Waller's remarks.
Two-year Treasury yields fell to a four-month low just below 4.70%. Ten-year Treasury yields hit a two-month low of 4.28%.
Interest rate futures price more than 100 basis points of cuts next year and a 40% chance they begin as soon a March.
The dollar's slide led to multi-month highs for the yen, euro, sterling and Swiss franc against the greenback and sent spot gold, in dollars, to its highest since May.
Gold approaching 2000 ahead of GDP!The price of gold (XAU/USD) struggles to capitalize on intraday gains, hovering around the $2,052 level and retracing from a peak touched last Wednesday, near seven months ago. Despite a modest rebound in the US dollar and a positive risk tone, the precious metal remains in positive territory for the fifth consecutive day. The Federal Reserve officials' recent less hawkish statements confirm the market's bets on monetary policy tightening starting from March 2024. The disappointing auction of US Treasury bonds has lowered yields, providing support for gold. Attention is now focused on the preliminary US GDP report and the core PCE price index, which will influence Fed policy expectations and guide the direction of the dollar and gold.
84% PoP - Playing the Oil Prices with /MCL Futures $USO $CL
I've decided to make a play on the oil prices and chose /MCL futures for this venture. The trade required a BP (buying power) of $600, with a maximum profit potential of 1.07cr. This sets up a favorable risk-reward ratio of 1:6. The IVR (Implied Volatility Rank) stands at 51, which is advantageous for the credit strategies I prefer. With a PoP (Probability of Profit) of 84%, the conditions seem ideal for the 34 days duration I've set for selling the 70 put leg.
I opened an semi-bullish position with a put short on the January expiry /MCL futures. My expectation is that the oil prices will either not fall too rapidly or will actually rise. For future management of this position, I have two scenarios in mind:
If the Oil Continues to Fall Strongly: In case the oil continues its strong downtrend, I plan to sell a call leg on top, transforming the position into a strangle from the current naked put. If the fall is steep, or I fear that the break-even point of $69 might be breached, I'll hedge my risk by purchasing a put around the 60 strike, turning it into a credit spread and wait for the 21 DTE (Days to Expiry).
Stagnant or Slight Rebound in Oil Prices: If the oil price doesn't move much or rebounds slightly, I'll quickly close my position for a profit. The target? About 50% of the original credit received for writing the put, which amounts to roughly $50. This would mean a 10% return on my utilized capital, which I find quite satisfactory.
In summary, this strategic move in oil futures trading is well-aligned with my risk appetite and trading preferences, providing a good balance between risk management and profit potential.
EURUSD Bullish channel with a breakout above 1.0950!During Monday's Asian session, the EUR/USD pair experienced modest declines, primarily due to renewed demand for US dollars. The rise of the EUR seems constrained due to current macroeconomic prospects. Currently, the pair is trading near 1.0935, with a 0.08% loss for the day. Economic data from Germany indicates an improvement in the German IFO business climate index in November, but this appears to have little significant impact on the euro's performance.
A moderate expansion in private sector economic activity is anticipated in the United States for November, but disappointments in the data could affect the resilience of the US dollar (USD) in the American session. Additionally, the price is currently at 1.0950 after a false breakout on the daily chart. I expect a potential price retracement to two key levels, the first at 1.0850 and then at 1.0760, corresponding to the 38% Fibonacci retracement. Conversely, a breakout to the upside of the 1.0950 level on a daily chart could suggest an upward movement with the objective of reaching the June highs at 1.12.
Wishing everyone a successful trading day. Greetings from Gaia.
XAUUSD: 2014 will be the crucial level in view of the Fed!The price of gold has struggled to surpass $2,000, facing resistance around $2,010. Daily oscillators suggest potential buying opportunities around $1,989-1.988, with support levels at $1,979-1.978 and $1,965. A break below the latter could lead to levels around $1,940. On the other hand, a break above $2,000 could pave the way for $2,007 and $2,009-2,010, with positive prospects to reach $2,022 and $2,040. However, the current price fluctuates below $2,000, with investors cautious about the future direction, influenced by FOMC minutes and positive US data. Speculations about higher interest rates and US Treasury yields hinder gold. Despite expectations for the Fed to maintain stable rates, fears of a hike persist. Weak signals from stock markets support gold as a safe haven, but the situation remains uncertain. The US dollar is recovering, but traders anticipate stability or possible rate cuts in 2024. The economic context influences gold prospects, still on track for the second consecutive weekly gain, with attention turning to US PMIs for further indications. First, I expect a price increase to the 2014 level, where I've identified two possible scenarios: a breakout of the supply zone with a subsequent retest before moving towards the 2023 high. The second scenario involves a price increase to the 2014 level, followed by a pullback towards 1981, where I've identified a crucial daily chart support and resistance level. My overall view is bullish in the long term. Greetings from Gaia, and happy trading to all.
BTC to ValhallaQuantitatively speaking all of my systems aggregated are long.
There will of course, be a lot volatility.
Like any other normal crypto upwards trending market.
Not providing and esoteric uber complex system on here since they are private.
Now with that being said, a myriad of things are in the right direction for HTF investing and also if you had a good swing entry on the recent price action.
As this continues to play out many small-cap coins have had their waves with their small glimmers of alpha, short-lived. Easy exits thought lol.
In a macro sense, all TradeFi systems are long and most asset classes are max long, and yeah you can find out the quantitative backing yourself.
The recent reduction in correlation between crypto and traditional markets, has seen a more strongly positive correlation in the past 21 days. Confusing the mind of the retail trader.
There is still low sentiment on crypto in its entirety and moreso elicits the stage of disbelief.
But, that does not matter in the slightest. Qualitative "Analysis" is boring anyway.
Take your leverage off degen.
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LONG Strategy I Use With The Logical Trading Indicator V.1In this post I want to explain how I use the Logical Trading Indicator V.1 that I published as a community script here on TradingView. The following strategy is what I use on a daily basis with a number of different assets, primarily crypto and FOREX, but can work with just about any asset with a chart.
This post is not specific to one particular timeframe, but I made the chart on the 1HR as that is the timeframe that the default settings were keyed in on. It is based on a LONG strategy. A SHORT trade would be just the opposite, which I will also make a post about as well.
When I sit down to the charts, I set my alerts so the indicator tells me when to trade so that I can go about my day and make my moves with the alerts hit. This keeps me with a mechanical strategy that I can use to help keep my emotions out of the trade.
Steps I take to prepare for a LONG trade:
STEP 1: Set alert and watch for a bullish cross of the basis line. This indicates that the trend is changing and to be on the lookout for momentum change as well as the BUY signal.
STEP 2: Set alert and watch for the next BUY signal. This happens when the price is above the basis line and the ATR meets the multiple set in the settings. So by default it is set to 2x multiple. So when the price jumps 2x the ATR figure, that means we are getting some serious bullish momentum and it is time to enter a long trade.
STEP 3: Although this indicator works on a trailing stop loss strategy, it's always good risk management practices to set what I call an emergency stop loss. This protects your capital in-case everything just goes wrong. I set my emergency stop loss inside or just to the outside of the lower bollinger band range. This gives your trade room to move and go in the direction that it is indicating, but protects you incase the market turns quickly and you aren't paying attention.
STEP 4: Set alert and watch for Take Profit signals. This happens when the price closes inside the upper bollinger band range, which also indicates an 'overbought' range similar to an RSI. The signal fires when the next candle closes below the band. This let's you know the momentum has changed and it could be a great time to take at least 50% or more of your position off the table.
STEP 5: Set alert and watch for a bearish cross of the basis line. This indicates that the trend is starting to change and is when I usually close out the rest of the trade.
STEP 6: You can set an alert to let you know when the SELL signal fires. This is the absolute LAST chance to get out in profit. This is the trailing stop loss signal that is built into the indicator. With my particular strategy, I am usually out of the trade at this point, but if I didn't get a chance to do anything when I got the bearish basic cross, I am definitely closing everything out when I see that SELL signal. This is also when you could be looking into flipping bearish and taking a SHORT trade, then it's just the opposite.
I hope this helps answer some questions that people might have about how to use the Logical Trading Indicator V.1!
Option TradingOption Trading work based on a contract that gives the buyer the right to buy or sell a certain asset, at a predetermined price (strike price) within a certain time period.
A very simple task, but is there a clear technical analysis method that can provide consecutive wins?
This post is not trading advice, just a statistical hypothesis test. I will try in 100 candles, and stop if the win rate is below 70%
If you are an options trader, or are interested in learning the system I use, please follow this post.
INTU Intuit Options Ahead of EarningsIf you haven't bought INTU ahead of the previous earnings:
Then analyzing the options chain and the chart patterns of INTU Intuit prior to the earnings report this week,
I would consider purchasing the 560usd strike price Puts with
an expiration date of 2023-12-1,
for a premium of approximately $11.50.
If these options prove to be profitable prior to the earnings release, I would sell at least half of them.
Looking forward to read your opinion about it.
ADSK Autodesk Options Ahead of EarningsIf you haven`t bought ADSK ahead of the previous earnings:
Then analyzing the options chain and the chart patterns of ADSK Autodesk prior to the earnings report this week,
I would consider purchasing the 210usd strike price Puts with
an expiration date of 2023-11-24,
for a premium of approximately $4.00.
If these options prove to be profitable prior to the earnings release, I would sell at least half of them.
Looking forward to read your opinion about it.
BITCOIN 15 MINUTES STRATEGY This is 15 minutes chart and we are targeting a TP of 38416.74 aiming the highest of 15 time frame on a pennant chart.
This is our short term analysis as when we go to daily time frame we see a strong Billish confirming a continuation of a weekly bullish.
By then we are aiming a TP of 40848.00
Please leave your opinion on a comment box
Deep dive into SmartBot strategy [Skyrex]Overview
The system is designed to continuously monitor assets price movements, identifying formation of bases, and providing alert notifications when these bases and/or layers are either breached or adhered to. System settings are adjusted by machine learning model applied to historical price action data.
Release Notes
These major features and enhancements were introduced since the first launch of the system in
November 2021
Enhanced script efficiency for faster compilation and integration;
Introduced a "Layer Settings" section for customized layer configurations;
Added options for setting a take profit percentage;
Exchange commissions implemented into statistic calculations;
Implemented a new "Take Profit" plot series, including a data point in the data window, to
facilitate trade closure at the current base line;
Added a plot series to display emerging bases during active trades on the current base line;
Introduced an option to make custom early trade exits including after reaching breakeven;
Implemented a setting for enhanced trade exit strategies;
Adjusted the minimum layer value for Layer 1 to exchanges’ “minNotional” filter;
Modified the start month condition to a calendar month basis for improved initial rendering of base lines;
Consolidated all "Layer # Cracked" and "Layer # Respected" X-crosses into a unified "Layer # Cross" set to streamline the Data Window list;
Eliminated base/layer line shifts to the Base Marker to simplify chart rendering calculations;
Added option to set custom exit conditions at each Layer;
System is rebuilt from PineScript programming language to Python using libraries: TA-lib,
python-binance, CCXT, scikit-learn;
Implementation of Machine Learning based on scikit-learn;
Added Bayesian classifier and obtain the corrected indicator’s values;
Implemented labeled Elliott wave data once a month for additional model training;
Enhanced Signal Issuance Module based on Python 3.10, making decisions based on model
predictions, and sending trading signals according to the second-level trading strategy algorithm, implemented using the TA-lib library, in the form of a JSON file to the panel via Webhook;
Enhanced integration of Fractal DCA system with Machine Learning extension to ensure
seamless and adjusted to market conditions signals production for SmartBot public beta test
launch;
System structure
Identification of Bases
The system is engineered to detect pivot lows within a fractal configuration, subsequently verifying their eligibility as bases in alignment with the principles of fractal strategy trading1. The validation process for a pivot low encompasses several checks:
Confirmation that the rate of change in price during declines and rebounds surpasses a
specified threshold;
Verification that the volume at the pivot low exceeds the moving average of volume,
determined by a predefined length;
Assurance that the volume magnitude significantly exceeds the moving average of volume;
Assessment to ensure that the newly identified base is sufficiently distanced from the
previous range, employing a specific percentage difference threshold in price.
Understanding Fractal Patterns
A fractal pattern represents a repetitive configuration observable on price charts, which is
instrumental in forecasting reversals amidst broader, more erratic price movements. These
fundamental fractals typically consist of five or more bars. The criteria for fractal identification are as follows:
A bearish turning point is identified by a pattern where the central bar has the highest high, flanked by two lower highs on each side.
A bullish turning point is marked by a pattern where the central bar has the lowest low,
surrounded by two higher lows on each side.
The fractals depicted in figure below exemplify ideal patterns. It is important to note that while numerous
variations of less perfect patterns may occur, the essential structure of the fractal must be
preserved for its validity.
A notable limitation of fractals as a system is their inherent nature as lagging indicators. Specifically, a fractal cannot be established until a minimum of three bars have completed on the price chart. In the context of the Fractal trading strategy, it is the bullish fractal pattern that is utilized for base identification.
The system is equipped with a feature that permits customization of the number of bars that
constitute the bullish fractal. The default configuration is set to a 6-bar fractal pattern. This pattern is instrumental in validating price declines and subsequent rebounds. In the latest update, the algorithm has been modified to accommodate a more flexible approach in analyzing the lows of each bar during these declines and rebounds. Instead of requiring a strictly ascending sequence, the revised algorithm focuses on confirming that the pivot point is indeed the lowest, and that the observed declines and rebounds surpass the pre-established ranges.
Validation of Cracks and Bounces
The process of validating cracks and bounces begins with the identification of a bullish fractal
pattern, as per the system's fractal pattern settings. Upon recognizing such a pattern, the system
counts the bars to the left and right of the lowest pivot point and then calculates the Price Rate of
Change (ROC).
The Price Rate of Change is a momentum indicator that quantifies the percentage difference in
price between the current price and the price from a specified number of periods ago. The ROC is determined using the following formula:
ROC = (Most recent closing price - Closing price n periods ago) / Closing price n periods ago x 100
As demonstrated in figure below, the system employs a 3-3 fractal pattern to calculate the ROC. In this example, the ROC for the Price Drop was computed to be 33.97%, and the ROC for the Price Bounce was 35.93%. These two values are then compared against the predefined “Minimum Price Drop (%)” and “Minimum Price Bounce (%)” settings.
Should the ROC values for both Price Drop and Bounce surpass the established thresholds, the
base is deemed valid and qualifies for additional validation. Settings either of these parameters to zero (0) implies that the system will bypass this validation step and accept any bullish fractal pattern as valid
Volume Validation Methodology
In accordance with the principles of Fractal trading, volume plays a crucial role in validating a base. It is primarily used to corroborate the market's robust response in preventing a further decline in price. This is typically evidenced by a "spike" in volume on the price chart, signaling a strong market reaction to the current price level.
Moreover, the Fractal trading system acknowledges that volume analysis is particularly pertinent at lower timeframes, where block trades occur. These block trades may not be as discernible in higher timeframes (e.g., on a 1-hour chart). Consequently, while the system incorporates Volume Analysis to gauge the market's reaction at a potential base, this feature is not activated by default, given its optional nature.
Volume analysis involves scrutinizing the quantity of shares or contracts traded within a specific
timeframe. This analysis is a key tool for technical analysts, who integrate it with other indicators to inform their trading strategies. By examining volume trends alongside price movements, investors can ascertain the significance of price changes in a security.
The system executes volume analysis through two distinct methods:
Comparison of the volume at the low pivot point against the volume moving average, based on the following criterion:
( > ) = True
Application of a multiplication factor to the volume, ensuring it surpasses the volume moving average by a specified margin:
( > ) = True
In the following example, volume is greater than volume moving average:
Ensuring adequate spacing between bases
The system possesses the capability to be configured in such a manner that it spaces out the
formation of new bases at a predetermined distance from the existing base. This feature is
instrumental in preventing the occurrence of multiple bases being identified near one another. The left chart has 3 base lines that are very close together.
No percent of change for new bases
5% percent of change for new bases
Base Line Placement
The system supports configurable settings for determining the positioning of the base line. This line can be set at the low point of the bar, or alternatively, at the lower value between the opening and closing prices. A comparative analysis of these two distinct options is presented, utilizing the same fractal pattern for evaluation
Base Placed on Low
Base Place on Open
A critical consideration in this context is that if the bar defining the pivot low (termed as the Base Reference Bar) exhibits a lower value than either of the two placements, then the placement will default to utilizing the low of the Base Reference Bar.
Base Placement on Low of Reference Bar
Understanding Layering Functionality
Elucidation of Layers and Their Respective Unit Types
The system is designed to accommodate a maximum of nine (9) distinct layers, each equipped with its own set of crack and respect alerts. Layers can be set dynamically through API requests or preconfigured at a position start; unit value can be configured in two ways:
as a percentage of the price,
as a fixed quantity (such as BTC, USD, etc.). Assigning a value of zero (0) to a layer
effectively deactivates it.
A “respected” layer definition
In the system's framework, a layer is classified as “cracked” when the market price descends
beneath the specified layer price threshold. An alert is activated whenever this occurs. However, the criteria for a layer being acknowledged as “respected” can be determined through one of two selectable options. A layer is recognized as respected based on the following price action scenarios:
1. "Respected Base" - means that the system will consider all layers that are cracked below the
base as respected when the price action returns to the base after a base crack. For example,
consider this chart below:
As illustrated, the initial base along with layers 1 and 2 are breached. However, when the price
subsequently ascends, the entire configuration is deemed adhered to upon the base being
respected. Consequently, in this scenario, a total of four alerts are activated:
Base breached;
Layer 1 breached;
Layer 2 breached;
Base respected.
Moreover, it is noteworthy that no alert is generated upon the second breach of Layer 2. Therefore, under these settings, a layer is only recognized as breached once while the base breach is in effect. Once the base is respected, the system resets the states of the layers. Hence, if these layers are breached again post-reset, new alerts will be issued accordingly.
2. "Cracks Next Layer First" - means that the system will consider all layers that are cracked below the base as respected when the price action returns to the layer after the layer below it is cracked. For example, consider the chart.
Again, the cracked state is restored when the price is returned to the base. While the last
layer will never be considered respected since there is no “Next Layer” to be cracked.
Duration of layered trading activity
The duration of layered trading within the system is adjustable, allowing to define the maximum permissible number of cracks per base. Upon reaching this threshold, the system ceases to issue alerts for further price movements across the layers. Instead, it shifts its focus to identifying new bases as they emerge. A base is deemed to be cracked upon the breach of the first layer.
The system offers a configurable option to set a maximum limit on the number of bars for which a layered trade can be active. Upon the breach of the 1st layer, the system initiates a count of the duration, in terms of bars, for which the trade remains active. Should this duration surpass thepredefined maximum threshold, the system will then classify the base as disregarded and start recognizing new base candidates as they emerge. This feature is particularly beneficial in preventing the system from persisting indefinitely on the same base. By default, this setting is assigned a value of 0 bars, indicating that it is initially inactive.
The system additionally offers a feature to manage the initiation point for base detection. This
functionality is crucial in ensuring that the detection process does not commence amidst an
ongoing, long-duration cracked base. Such a scenario could potentially hinder the identification
and charting of new bases, thereby impacting the effectiveness of the trading strategy. The
system also provides the ability to control the starting point of the base detection so that you can ensure that you are not starting in the middle of a cracked base that is long running in duration, thus preventing new bases from being detected and place on the chart.
Risk management settings
The system is designed to incorporate a "Take Profit" feature, which enables to exit a trade
following a base crack, thereby mitigating the risk of the base not being respected. Alongside the Take Profit functionality, the system also allows for the configuration of Break Even and Stop Loss parameters. These can be activated at predetermined layers, offering users the flexibility to tailor the timing of their application.
Furthermore, the system facilitates the input of specific exchange buy and sell commission rates. This inclusion is critical for refining the Take Profit calculations, ensuring they are as accurate as possible to realize the intended profit margins.
These configurations play a pivotal role in recalculating the Take Profit price line with each layer crack. It's important to note that the efficacy of this setting is contingent on the "Layer Is Respected When Price" being configured to "Respects Base." In scenarios where this is not the case, the Take Profit price line will experience an upward adjustment whenever layers are respected. Therefore, the optimal utility of this setting is realized when it is paired with the "Respects Base" configuration.
The calculation of the Take Profit line value will inherently treat the Stop Loss Percentage as a
negative figure. Consequently, there is no requirement to specify a negative number for this setting.
Accompanying this text are screenshots that demonstrate diverse instances of these settings being applied within a chart context
Take Profit with Layer Activation Settings Disabled
Take Profit Activated at Layer 3
Break Even Activated at Layer 3
Stop Loss Activated at Last Layer
AUDUSD BUY - High probability tradeHi Everyone, it's been a while but I'll slowly get back at posting my trading ideas here.
Today's setup is on AUDUSD.
AUD has had a good rally with the US Dollar weakness, which is currently retracing and reaching a key level.
My Setup takes into account the 50% Fibonacci retracement as well as 0.65200 area of previous resistance that could be tested as a support to continue to move price up!
I'm placing my stop loss below the Order Block that broke recent structure - in case the market does not respect that level, this setup will no longer be valid and we should look for another opportunity.
However, I think this is a great trading idea with added confluences!
Let me know your thoughts!
Good luck!
Cheers,
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TMC the metals company Options Ahead of EarningsIf you haven`t bought TMC before the spike:
Then analyzing the options chain and the chart patterns of TMC the metals company prior to the earnings report this week,
I would consider purchasing the 1usd strike price at the money long term Calls with
an expiration date of 2026-1-16,
for a premium of approximately $0.50.
If these options prove to be profitable prior to the earnings release, I would sell at least half of them.
Looking forward to read your opinion about it.
XAUUSD: Reaction to the supply zone at 1983!The situation in the Middle East has impacted global markets, affecting commodities like the gold price on Comex. Despite optimism related to Chinese stimulus and expectations of the Federal Reserve maintaining interest rates, Comex gold faces challenges. The recent US CPI report indicated consumer inflation cooling faster than anticipated, while unemployment claims suggested a slowdown in the labor market. Market expectations of the Fed keeping interest rates unchanged in December 2023 and potential rate cuts in 2024 have pushed the yield on the US Treasury's 10-year note to a two-month low, benefiting gold. The decline in the US dollar since September and concerns about the conflict between Israel and Hamas, with potential impacts on the global economy, have contributed to supporting gold. The People's Bank of China's decision to keep borrowing rates low and inject liquidity into markets, along with Chinese regulators' commitment to further support the real estate sector, has boosted investor confidence and limited gold's safe-haven appeal.
The price of gold is currently undergoing a corrective downward phase after reaching a recent ten-day high of $1,993 on Friday, seeking a clear direction as a new week begins on Monday. The price is testing bearish commitments while hovering around the 21-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) at $1,975, having sharply retraced from multi-day highs on Friday. Failure to defend this level on a daily closing basis could trigger a renewed downtrend towards static support in the $1,955-$1,950 range. The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) indicates the price is in an overbought condition, suggesting a potential downward movement. The immediate upside barrier is observed at the descending trendline resistance of $1,991, above which Friday’s high of $1,993 could be retested. The corrective decline in the gold price is influenced by risk sentiment, with the absence of significant US economic data, communication from the Federal Reserve (Fed). Risk sentiment is expected to be a crucial factor in gold price dynamics and is currently influenced by optimism regarding Chinese stimulus and positive corporate earnings reports from Japanese companies. Gold is currently in an interesting situation; at the time of writing, the price is reacting to the $1980 level after reaching a supply zone on the daily chart. It will be interesting to wait for operational confirmations, above $2000 to continue and attempt to ride the bullish trend or, conversely, wait for the price to fall below $1920-$1890 to assess potential declines towards the $1850 zone. A truly interesting pair to follow.