Holding on.Buyers held on in the S&P 500 going into the weekend. Although the close was positive it was not super strong. Look for a quiet day on Monday with the shortened trading session.
MES1! trade ideas
Weekly Recap & Trade Ideas Review - META LULU TSLA GME SOXXHad kind of a mixed bag this week, lots of chop. I think the majority of the trade ideas this week were pretty good though. You could have played them short term and made money, but I went for some longer term plays. I had some good short term trades and some bad. Overall I like my positioning, but if we rally early next week I'm thinking it'll be risk on mode. Should be interesting either way.
OverNight ES Price action Review 8-30-24Reviewing the Overnight Price action ES looking for clues as to what the market wants to do and doing a quick recap of yesterdays price action into the close.
Evening upThe structure in the S&P 500 for Thursday implies a market that rallied and then backed off which could indicate the market evening up before the PCE number on Friday. The expectation is for a positive close going into the weekend unless the PCE reports something that is a surprise to the market.
ES Price Action REview 8-29-24Going over the price action overnight ES after NVDA earnings. looking for clues as to what the market wants to do and our plan for the day.
ES/SPX levels and targets Aug 29thComplete round trip for ES after the fail and reclaim idea of 5572. As I mentioned, 5654-5585 is the range with 5630 as the magnet. We got a classic failed breakdown of this zone after Nvidia earnings printed. And now we are back at 5630 for the 20th test.
As of now: We're coiling for a breakout. 5611-15 is the key support. As long as it holds, 5642 and 5650-54 are in play. Watch for a dip below 5611.
Is it cheap enough?Is the S&P 500 at these lower levels cheap enough for buyers to return to this market? They GDP estimate on Thursday and the PCE numbers on Friday May provide the incentive for buyers to return to this market.
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S&P 500 silver bullet short scalp trade, 1000 bucks in 3 min ;)S&P 500 silver bullet short scalp trade. Targeting a previous session low, shorting a 10am fvg on a choppy morning session. Using a liquidity run and discount opening range gap as confirmation.
The Setup, More than NVDAE-mini S&P (September) / E-mini NQ (September)
S&P, yesterday’s close: Settled 5637.00, down 15.00
NQ, yesterday’s close: Settled at 19,591.25, down 199.25
E-mini S&P and E-mini NQ futures consolidated lower on Monday in a healthy manner. Despite a dovish Fed Chair Powell at Jackson Hole Friday and bursts of strength across the indices in response to his tone, nothing really changed; the odds of three and four rate cuts this year have not budged, and the market is essentially right back into range. In addition, our opinion is little changed; the CME’s FedWatch Tool signaling 100bps worth of cuts through yearend at a 70.5% probability is overzealous and the rebound from the August 5th volatility event is too clean. Most of our readers are familiar with our style, so for those of you who are not, we are rarely negative on the stock market, but right here, right now, outside of one binary factor (NVDA earnings), we believe the risks are skewed to the downside as those probabilities are to be reined in and volatility will have a gasp at the least.
Yesterday’s opening bell range in the E-mini S&P was a classic stop sweep, trading to a new swing high of 5669, just shy of our major three-star level at 5672.75, before reversing 40 points. We now have major three-star resistance at 5669-5672.75 and a new line in the sand in which a close above will reinvigorate bullish tailwinds. Remember, we still have a critical line in the sand for the E-mini NQ at 19,925. With some early weakness, the most crucial level for each the E-mini S&P and E-mini NQ comes in at 5599.25-5603.25 and 19,462-19,495, where a break below is likely to invite heavy waves of selling.
Bias: Neutral
Resistance: 5637-5646.50***, 5652.50-5655.25**, 5661.75-5665.25**, 5669-5672.75***, 5717.25-5721.25****
Pivot: 5631
Support: 5618.50-5624***, 5614.25**, 5599.25-5603.25****, 5593.25-5594.50***, 5573.50-5582.75***, 5558.50-5560.25**, 5547.50-5551.75***, 5526.75-5536.50***
NQ (September)
Resistance: 19,643**, 19,680-19,705**, 19,783-19,801***, 19,832-19,867***, 19,904-19,925****, 19,981-19,995*, 20,025-20,085**, 20,150-20,180***, 20,355-20,371**
Pivot: 19,578-19,618
Support: 19,514-19,544**, 19,462-19,495***, 19,394**
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$ES Sitting on my hands waiting for NYSE:ES to do 1 of 2 things;
1. To go long; waiting on NYSE:ES to hit 5620.75. Remember I'm only looking for a scalp bounce for the prop firm accounts.
2. To go short; waiting on NYSE:ES to hit 5,657.25. Again, only looking for a an area of indecision in which the price will reach and reject 4-6 ticks.
ES/SPX levels and targets aug 28thSince last Monday, 5630 has been a magnet for ES as expected. We’ve tested, flushed, and reclaimed it over 15 times, each time with solid profits. We saw the same pattern again overnight.
As of now: Setting up for Nvidia earnings. The 5654 to 5625-30 range is still choppy. As long as buyers hold 25-30, 5646, 5654, and potentially a break towards 5672+ next in play. If 5625 breaks down, then I'm looking for a dip to 5605.
ES Overnight Price Action REview 8-28-24Going over the price action OVEernight looking for clues as to how the market wants to trade and where our edge is. always know where you'll get out if you're wrong. NVDA After hours Earnings only thing that matters.
A neutral set upThe last four trading sessions in the S&P 500 have created a neutral set up with a bullish bias as the market waits for Nvidia reports which occur after the close. This means I am not looking for a big directional day on Wednesday unless we get new fundamentals that can drive that market.
AMR+ & OHLC Statistical MappingMy entry was based on AMR+ (Average Range Levels indicator) & +Manipulation from OHLC Statistical Mapping indicator
target was as always opposing manipulation :)
2024-08-27 - priceactiontds - daily update - sp500Good Evening and I hope you are well.
tl;dr
Indexes - Yeah I spare you your time. Markets have no idea where to go right now but I think Nvidia earnings can move it for good. Absolutely no opinion on those earnings and how market will react. I don’t like to gamble on such things.
sp500 e-mini futures
comment: I won’t conjure much words today for a market inside a 50 point triangle. Clear support and resistance visible. Either scalp it to both sides or wait for the breakout. No opinion on which side the breakout will happen. Both sides have arguments and I won’t try to guess it.
current market cycle: trading range
key levels: 5600 - 5670
bull case: Bulls want to get above 5670 and to make the bears give up so they can print a new ath or at least 5700 again. I do think many bulls will give up below 5550 but that’s far away for now. Currently no more magic to it.
Invalidation is below 5580.
bear case: Bears coming through with selling spikes rather than consecutive bear bars or sustained selling. I think many stops will be around 5675-5680 and market would probably print 5700 fast then. If Nvidia misses and market pukes, below 5580 I will heavily favor the bears to reverse the madness.
Invalidation is above 5675.
short term: Neutral as it gets.
medium-long term: Bearish. I gave the 5000 target 3 months ago and we almost got there way earlier than expected. There is a reasonable chance we will see an event unfolding over the next days/weeks. Something breaks during these violent moves and this time will not be different.
current swing trade: Nope.
trade of the day: Buying the bear trap at the open anywhere below 5619. Second best was any long around 5628 since market is trying hard to show you this is support for now. Selling 5649 was also decent. Trading range with clear support and resistance. Buy low, sell high and scalp.
Identify when Price begins Behaving in 'Certain' waysIf you watch it long enough, you will start to see little nuisances in price that tip you off on what may likely occur. It can switch from day to day, so you have to be willing and able to switch up some biases you may have from the previous day. This is why I love price action so much. It can give great clues!
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Volatility in Focus: A Trader's Perspective on S&P 500 Futures1. Introduction
Volatility is a critical concept for traders in any market, and the E-mini S&P 500 Futures are no exception. Traditionally, traders have relied on tools such as the Average True Range (ATR) and Historic Volatility (HV) to measure and understand market volatility. These tools provide a snapshot of how much an asset's price fluctuates over a given period, helping traders to gauge potential risk and reward.
ATR measures market volatility by analyzing the range of price movement, often over a 14-day period. It reflects the degree of price movement but doesn’t differentiate between upward or downward volatility. Historic Volatility looks at past price movements to calculate how much the price has deviated from its average. It’s a statistical measure that gives traders a sense of how volatile the market has been in the past.
While these traditional tools are invaluable, they offer a generalized view of volatility. For traders seeking a more nuanced and actionable understanding, it's essential to distinguish between upside and downside volatility—how much and how fast the market moves up or down.
This article introduces a pragmatic, trader-focused approach to measuring volatility in the E-mini S&P 500 Futures. By analyzing daily, weekly, and monthly volatility from both the upside and downside perspectives, we aim to provide insights that can better prepare traders for the real-world dynamics of the market.
2. Methodology: Volatility Calculation from a Trader’s Perspective
In this analysis, we take a more nuanced approach by separating volatility into two distinct categories: upside volatility and downside volatility. The idea is to focus on how much the market tends to move up versus how much it moves down, providing a clearer picture of potential risks and rewards.
Volatility Calculation Method:
o Daily Volatility:
Daily upside volatility is calculated as the percentage change from the prior day's close to the next day’s high, assuming the next day’s high is higher than the prior day’s close.
Daily downside volatility is the percentage change from the prior day's close to the next day’s low, assuming the next day’s low is lower than the prior day’s close.
o Weekly Volatility:
Weekly upside volatility is determined by comparing the previous Friday’s close to the highest point during the following week, assuming the market went higher than the prior Friday’s close.
Weekly downside volatility is calculated by comparing the previous Friday’s close to the lowest point during the following week, assuming the market went lower than the prior Friday’s close.
o Monthly Volatility:
Monthly upside volatility is measured by taking the percentage change from the prior month’s close to the next month’s high, assuming prices moved higher than the prior monthly close.
Monthly downside volatility is calculated by comparing the prior month’s close to the lowest point of the following month, assuming prices moved lower than the prior monthly close.
3. Volatility Analysis
The E-mini S&P 500 Futures exhibit distinct patterns when analyzed from the perspective of upside and downside volatility. By measuring the daily/weekly/monthly fluctuations using the trader-focused approach discussed earlier, we gain valuable insights into how the market behaves on a day-to-day basis.
Key Insights:
Trend Observation: The data reveals that during periods of market distress, such as financial crises or sudden economic downturns, downside volatility tends to spike significantly. This indicates a greater propensity for the market to fall rapidly compared to its upward movements.
Implication for Traders: Understanding these patterns allows traders to anticipate the potential risks and adjust their strategies accordingly. For instance, in highly volatile environments, traders might consider tightening their stop losses or hedging their positions to protect against sudden downturns.
4. Comparative Analysis: Rolling Volatility Differences
To gain deeper insights into the behavior of the E-mini S&P 500 Futures, it’s useful to compare the rolling differences between upside and downside volatility over time.
Rolling Volatility Differences Explained:
Rolling Analysis: A rolling analysis calculates the difference between upside and downside volatility over a set period, such as 252 days for daily data (approximately one trading year), 52 weeks for weekly data, or 12 months for monthly data. This method smooths out short-term fluctuations, allowing us to see more persistent trends in how the market behaves.
Volatility Difference: The volatility difference is simply the upside volatility minus the downside volatility. A positive value suggests that upside movements were more significant during the period, while a negative value indicates stronger downside movements.
Key Insights:
Trend Observation: The rolling difference analysis reveals that downside volatility generally dominates, particularly during periods of economic uncertainty or financial crises. This confirms the common belief that markets tend to fall faster than they rise.
Implication for Traders: Traders could use rolling volatility differences to anticipate changes in market conditions. A widening gap in favor of downside volatility may signal increasing risk and the potential for further declines. Conversely, a narrowing or positive rolling difference could suggest improving market sentiment and potential opportunities for long positions.
5. Volatility Trends Over Time
Understanding the frequency and conditions under which upside or downside volatility dominates can provide traders with valuable insights into market behavior. By analyzing the percentage of days, weeks, and months where upside volatility exceeds downside volatility, we can better grasp the nature of market trends over time.
Volatility Trends Explained:
Percentage of Days with Greater Upside Volatility: This metric shows the percentage of trading days within a given year where the upside volatility was higher than the downside volatility. It highlights the frequency with which the market experienced more significant upward movements compared to downward ones on a daily basis.
Percentage of Weeks with Greater Upside Volatility: Similarly, this metric calculates the percentage of weeks in a year where the upside volatility was greater than the downside. It provides a broader perspective on market trends, capturing sustained movements within weekly timeframes.
Percentage of Months with Greater Upside Volatility: This metric reflects the percentage of months in a year where upside volatility exceeded downside volatility. It is particularly useful for identifying longer-term trends and understanding the market’s behavior over extended periods.
Key Insights:
Trend Observation: Historically, again, we can see the data shows that downside volatility tends to dominate, especially during periods of market stress. However, there are years where upside volatility has been more frequent.
Implication for Traders: Traders can use these insights to adjust their strategies based on the prevailing market conditions. In years where downside volatility is more frequent, defensive strategies or hedging might be more appropriate. Conversely, in years where upside volatility dominates, traders might consider more aggressive or trend-following strategies.
6. Key Takeaways for Traders
The analysis of the E-mini S&P 500 Futures’ volatility, broken down by daily, weekly, and monthly intervals, provides crucial insights for traders. Understanding the distinct patterns of upside and downside volatility is essential for making informed trading decisions, particularly in a market that often behaves asymmetrically.
Practical Conclusions for Traders:
Risk Management: Given the dominance of downside volatility, traders should prioritize risk management strategies. This includes using stop-loss orders, protective options, and other hedging techniques to mitigate potential losses during volatile periods.
Strategic Positioning: Traders might consider adjusting their position sizes or employing defensive strategies during periods of heightened downside volatility. Conversely, when upside volatility shows signs of strengthening, more aggressive positioning or trend-following strategies could be beneficial.
Timing Entries and Exits: Understanding the patterns of volatility can help traders better time their entries and exits. For instance, entering the market during periods of lower downside volatility or after a significant downside spike can offer better risk-reward opportunities.
Adaptability: The key to successful trading in volatile markets is adaptability. Traders should remain flexible and adjust their strategies based on the prevailing market conditions, as indicated by the volatility analysis.
By incorporating these insights into their trading approach, traders can better navigate the E-mini S&P 500 Futures market, enhancing their ability to capitalize on opportunities while managing risks effectively.
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ES/SPX levels and targets Aug27thOn Friday, my target for the rally was 5654, and 5654-5588 range continues to be a volatile chop zone. As I mentioned, 5630 is acting like a magnet, with five losses and recoveries since 3pm. Chasing or overtrading here is a recipe for losses.
As of now: No changes. 5630 and 5619 are supports. As long as buyers hold, 5640 and 5654+ remain in play. If 5619 breaks, I’m selling at 5604 and 5588.
ES OVERnight price action REview 8-27-24Going over the price action Overnight looking for clues as to what the market wants to do. no A+ setup no trade today NVDA earnings out tomorrow. market waiting on NVDA seems like. range day inbound.
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Weekly Trade Ideas - ES NQ META SOXX TSLAMy top 5 trade ideas for this week, plus a review of some previous ideas. I haven't posted the text ideas yet and i might not have time this week, but I'll try.
Not looking for a big day on WednesdayI am not looking for a big day in the S&P 500 on Wednesday but rather a market that setting up for Nvidia earnings on Wednesday.
