Josefsen

Aug 07, 2026 07:25

What is a false breakout in trading?

A false breakout in trading occurs when the price moves above a resistance level or below a support level, giving the impression that a new trend has started, but then quickly reverses back into its previous trading range. These deceptive price...

Hadonse

Aug 06, 2026 11:58

The tendency of repeating the same patterns and similar coping strategies

Did you know that according to Freud we are inclined to repeat the same patterns and the same coping mechanisms? However while this may seem ideal in case of successful strategies, it is improtant to understand that there will come a time when even...

Yetwall1995

Aug 06, 2026 07:01

What is the shooting star candlestick pattern and how is it identified on a price chart?

The shooting star candlestick pattern is a bearish reversal formation identified on price charts, signaling a potential shift in market sentiment. It typically occurs after an uptrend and consists of a single candlestick with a small real body at the...

Yetwall1995

Aug 06, 2026 06:56

What is the difference between a stop loss order and a stop limit order, and when should each be used?

A stop loss order and a stop limit order are both tools used by traders to manage risk in their trades, but they work differently and serve different purposes.

Prill

Aug 05, 2026 11:56

Effect of news releases on the market

Even though traders may be able to schedule their trades more efficiently if they are aware of the markets and their overlaps, they should not overlook the publication of news.

Arthe199

Aug 05, 2026 06:07

How does Ichimoku cloud work?

When the conversion line crosses over the baseline a little above, it gives the same buying signal. This is known as a blush crossover. Signal crossing Huma Sailing Signal or Huma Down Trend Show, its bad lagging span line shows Huma 26 day patch...

Arthe199

Aug 05, 2026 06:02

Can swing trading be profitable in both bull and bear markets?

Swing trading can be profitable in both bull and bear markets, as it aims to capture price movements over a short to medium-term period, regardless of the overall market trend. In a bull market, swing traders may look for buying opportunities at...

JonasLarsen

Aug 04, 2026 12:03

The basics of a candlestick

As the candle is lit, the shadows cast by the candlestick demonstrate how the day's highs and lows relate to the start and end of the day. A candlestick's shape is influenced by connections between the day's high, low, and opening/closing prices,...

Bratton

Aug 04, 2026 06:27

What are the primary principles behind momentum trading?

Momentum trading is a strategy rooted in the idea that assets showing strong recent performance will continue to move in the same direction for a period due to market inertia. The primary principles behind momentum trading are as follows:

Bratton

Aug 04, 2026 06:23

What is a trade setup?

A trade setup is a predefined set of conditions that a trader uses to identify potential buying or selling opportunities in the financial markets. Rather than entering trades based on emotions or guesses, a trade setup provides a structured plan...