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Watch & Learn 3 Free Trading Methods
Using the ABC Pattern
Wish there was an easy way to gauge where the rest of the trading day is headed? There is – watch to learn how to divide the trading day into three sections: A, B, and C. Look for the breakout moves to enter.
Trading the News
Do you avoid the chaos surrounding news events? Do you instead want to take advantage of the big moves? Learn how to avoid the chop and capitalize on the volatility. You'll see these patterns again and again.
Using the ATR (Average True Range)
We always say, "Trade based on what the market can produce." Our preferred tool to gauge tradabiltiy is the ATR. Found in most software platforms, the ATR will help you trade with responsible profits and stops.
Latest Trading Videos
Live Webinar – Trading the Morning Session
October 21, 2016
John Paul discusses why he prefers trading the opening session. In short, this 2.5 hour time period is more volatile than the afternoon or evening. Volatile markets are less likely to chop back and forth, which makes for difficult trading. The ATR provides a measure of volatility. Ideal trading occurs when the ATR is between 1 and 5 points. Take a look at how the Atlas Line can provide signals ahead of moves instead of signaling after they're over.
Live Webinar – Atlas Line & Risk Management
October 13, 2016
Many traders try to reduce risk by using tight stop losses. This can be a problem because a fluctuating market can easily hit these stop losses and profit is never reached. Therefore, a trader has to be open to the possibility of taking a hit. This is exemplified with John Paul's use of a catastrophic stop – a technique he's been using for years. It's the last resort stop loss, but it's there to allow the market to breathe with while price hopefully heads to profit territory.
Ways to Assess Risk Using Price Action
October 11, 2016
When using the Atlas Line, one way to reduce risk is to look for overbought and oversold conditions. If the distance between the line and recent candles is far, the trade is riskier. At about two minutes in, you can see how this trade is not the best opportunity because of the distance. Another risk factor is news events. If a news event has occurred within the last 15 minutes or is about to occur, stay out of the market. Watch the video to see other examples.
January Effect for 2017 – Signs and Signals
November 23, 2016
With the close of January 2016 ahead, how will the market behave in January 2017? From previous years, we can see a correlation between a high close in January and a high close for the year in December. This is the basis of the January Effect, a strategy used by professional day traders to gauge overall market direction. If price is expected to steadily increase, you can look for long buying opportunities as the market retracements from bearish periods.
Trade Scalper – Looking for Multiple Ticks
November 17, 2016
John Paul just finished a Trade Scalper training class. While doing the class, he noticed the Trade Scalper's Double Wick trades do not get talked about much publicly. These trades are a push the market provides based on two consecutive wicks. When scalping for small amounts, the stop loss needs to be proportionate to current market conditions. It's important to be highly accurate – stay away from the open and news events. In this trade, the tick is about three ticks.
Atlas Line – 8 Points, 3 Trades, All Price Action
November 14, 2016
During the live webinar, John Paul shared a couple of great Atlas Line trades. The first trade was worth 2.5 points (10 ticks). The second trade, appearing about 40 min. later, was for 3.5 points (14 ticks). The last trade occurred in the afternoon for 2 points (8 ticks). On the E-mini S&P, remember that each tick is worth $12.50, so therefore each point is worth $50. You can then multiply this by the number of contracts traded. This does not include broker fees.
A Scalp Trade That Takes Too Long?
September 1, 2016
The Trade Scalper's profit target and stop loss also depend on the ATR (Average True Range). In this case, a Double Wick Short signal is deemed goot for a three tick profit target and a six tick stop loss. When scalping, the goal is to make profit quickly and repeatedly unlike larger, slower systems used for day trading. This is not a winning trade. John Paul needs to manually manage the trade because it's taking too long to hit the profit target. Ten minutes is too long here.
Trade Scalper E-mini Short Using Limit Order
September 1, 2016
John Paul uses a limit order based on the Trade Scalper's short entry signal. Limit orders help prevent slippage. In comparison, expect at least a tick of slippage with market orders. Scalping is all about multiple quick trades – in and out. That's exactly what's happening here. The profit target is a couple of ticks. If this trade did not work in John Paul's favor, he would exit the trade with a time-based stop. You're taught all the rules.
Two Atlas Line Trades – Double Bar & Pullback
August 26, 2016
John Paul shares a video showing an Atlas Line short trade. Market conditions are good – the market is not overbought or oversold. There's a two point profit target. Mentorship students will recognize this Atlas Line trade coincides with the Roadmap and other methods. Near lunch time, the Atlas Line produces Pullback trade signals. The ATR was at three points – unusual compared to recent slow activity. This last trade is worth a few ticks.
Live Webinar – Slow Markets, Part 2
August 26, 2016
Another way to handle slow markets is scalp trading. With scalping, you're looking for a two to three tick profit target. Front-running is another strategy. With front-running, you're moving your target a tick or pip ahead of the goal to increase the chance of being filled. Markets love to test where they've previously been. When markets test previous values, you have a better chance of getting filled at the front-running value. MIT orders also work.
All trades should be considered hypothetical. No guarantees or claims of performance are offered. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Day trading is risky and may cause substantial financial loss. Individual performance may vary, as trading subjects your finances to new, unexpected market conditions. You are responsible for executing trades. Before trading, consult with a licensed broker and a financial expert see if day trading is suitable for you.
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