Hey Trader,
Strength in Faith: A Trader's Journey
I hope this message finds you well and thriving in your trading endeavors.
I wanted to share a verse that has been particularly inspiring to me in both life and trading:
"Because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance."
- James 1:3
Trading, much like life, is filled with ups and downs.
There are days when the market tests our patience and our strategies, challenging our faith in our abilities and decisions.
It's during these moments of testing that we grow stronger and more resilient.
Every setback is an opportunity to build perseverance.
Each challenging day in the market is a lesson, a step towards becoming a more disciplined and knowledgeable trader.
Remember, it’s through these trials that we develop the tenacity to keep pushing forward, refining our skills, and ultimately achieving our goals.
So, the next time the market tests you, embrace it as a chance to strengthen your faith in your journey.
Trust that each challenge is shaping you into a more resilient and successful trader.
Wishing you strength and perseverance in all your trading endeavors!
Be Relentless In Pursuit Of The Will
Which God Has Set Upon Your Heart,
Anthony Speciale
Nasdaq +200 Ticks, S&P 500 +35 Ticks, Crude Oil Breaks Significant Support
Welcome to a detailed recap of our latest live trading session, where I, Anthony Speciale, break down the trades taken, the insights gathered, and the strategies applied.
Let’s dive into the details to extract valuable lessons that can help you in your own trading journey.
Pre-Market Insights and Initial Observations
Before the market officially opened, I took a close look at the crude oil chart on a 5-minute rotation.
Each candle on this chart represents five minutes of price action, providing a clear picture of short-term trends.
Around 6:35 AM, the market had pushed to a new high, a move I wasn’t present for but noted upon my arrival.
A key observation was the divergence in the cumulative volume delta, which indicated that despite a higher price high, the volume didn’t follow suit.
This divergence suggested a potential top, either temporary or significant, was forming.
By 7:10 AM, I was ready to make my move.
The Trade: Capitalizing on Divergence
At 7:10 AM, I noticed a positive delta of 5 alongside a trapped delta of 48, a significant imbalance suggesting that buyers were getting stuck.
This setup prompted me to short crude oil at this point, targeting a profit level of 81.26 based on prior price action and the session VWAP (Volume Weighted Average Price).
The trade played out perfectly, pushing into my profit target without ever moving against me.
Content with this outcome, I decided to take my profit and step away from the market.
Post-Trade Analysis and Market Dynamics
After taking my profit, the market did pull back to the area where I initially shorted, but I advised my traders to watch for further downside targets, which included levels at 81.16, 80.97, and even as low as 80.67.
The market continued to sell off aggressively after the opening bell, confirming our downside bias.
Crude Oil Inventory Report and Its Impact
As we moved closer to the crude oil inventory report release, I emphasized the importance of not holding new positions through such events unless existing trades were already protected by advanced stop losses.
The report showed a build beyond forecasts, accelerating the market sell-off.
This further validated the importance of our identified support levels and trend lines.
NASDAQ and S&P 500
While Crude Oil is my personal exposure focus, we also identified highly predictable opportunities on the NASDAQ and S&P 500.
By 8:33 AM, the S&P 500 had consumed significant liquidity at 5530, paving the way for a clean move to the downside, targeting stacked pivots.
This synchronization between the NASDAQ and S&P 500 often puts the odds in traders’ favor.
On this particular day, both markets moved in harmony, providing substantial trading opportunities.
For those trading the NASDAQ, a 200-tick move to the downside was achievable, driven by the same dynamics influencing the S&P 500 that offered a 35-tick move.
The Power of Keeping It Simple
Throughout this session, I reiterated the importance of simplicity in trading.
This approach reduces noise and helps focus on the most critical market signals.
A Successful Trading Day
To wrap up, today’s session was a textbook example of how disciplined trading, rooted in clear analysis and strategic execution, leads to successful outcomes.
By sticking to my plan, identifying key levels, and leveraging market dynamics, I was able to secure a profitable trade early in the session.
If you’re looking to enhance your trading skills, remember to keep it simple, stay disciplined, and always have a clear plan.
Thank you for reading, and I look forward to seeing you in our next session.
Let's take your trading skills to the next level together.
God bless, and have a wonderful day. See you in tomorrow's recap.
If you have any questions or need further guidance, feel free to reach out. info@specialeanalysis.com May the markets be ever in your favor!
Happy Trading,
Speciale Analysis
About the Author:
Anthony Speciale is a seasoned market analyst with over 13 years of experience trading. Through his platform, Speciale Analysis, he offers in-depth market analysis, interpretation, and expectations designed to help all types of traders, at every skill levels reach their full potential.
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