Updated March 2020 To say support and resistance (S/R) is significant is an understatement. Without knowledge of S/R, the odds of success, particularly for technical-based traders, significantly diminishes. The good news is S/R comes in all shapes and sizes; some are even calculated for you. Much like psychological numbers, or round numbers, pivot point levels … Continue reading Pivot Points: An Introduction
‘It pays to know where you are in the bigger picture’. We’re not entirely sure where this statement originated from, but it is certainly one that should be memorized. What is a multi-timeframe approach? It’s no secret that adopting a multi-timeframe approach can enhance your trading. The problem, however, is that some traders find it … Continue reading Using a Multi-Timeframe Approach
Updated September 2020 Many envision a sense of freedom when introduced to trading – freedom to spend more time with family, freedom to travel, freedom to lead life on their terms. Regrettably, this freedom fails to materialise for the majority of traders. Traders, particularly newer traders, want freedom and success now. They fail to understand … Continue reading Trading the Higher Timeframes: An Overview
Updated June 2020 Although having a well-defined trading strategy is vital to get ahead, some traders mistakenly believe this is the be-all and end-all of trading and pursue perfection. The quest for a flawless approach is widespread, often elbowing traders into a vicious cycle – a cycle that can last for years, and for some, … Continue reading The Ceaseless Quest for a Perfect Trading Strategy
Nowadays, modern trading platforms offer a rich diversity of technical indicators – you could say you’re almost spoilt for choice. The Metatrader 4 platform (MT4), for example, comes fully loaded with 30 built-in indicators and 2000+ custom indicators. Unfortunately, this often draws newer traders into unchartered terrain. Understanding the subtle nuances and testing each indicator … Continue reading Top 3 Technical Indicators All Serious Traders Should Know
