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Here’s How a Pro Finds the Market Direction
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

Here’s How a Pro Finds the Market Direction

It’s tough to uncover profitable opportunities in a market without a defined direction. And that is why finding market patterns is one of the most crucial aspects in developing a good trading strategy.  While markets differ, the facts that underpin market trends are universal. We’ll have the best chance of making a winning trade if … The post Here’s How a Pro Finds the Market Direction appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

JM
Joshua Martinez
Sep 25, 2022
BTC on the Verge of a Breakdown?
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

BTC on the Verge of a Breakdown?

The BTC futures (BTC) market saw a nice pop earlier this month, gaining over 18% in just two days. However, all of those gains have now been erased, and BTC is back at its lows of the year. This fits with our analysis, as we continue to expect the market to sell off. However, when … The post BTC on the Verge of a Breakdown? appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

JM
Joshua Martinez
Sep 23, 2022
Looking for Lower Prices in ES
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

Looking for Lower Prices in ES

Yesterday, the Federal Reserve raised its target rate range by another 0.75%… This was the third rate hike of this magnitude this year, and it looks like rates will continue to rise until inflation is under control. This tightening of monetary policy is hitting the markets hard again this week, and that’s keeping the S&P … The post Looking for Lower Prices in ES appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

JM
Joshua Martinez
Sep 22, 2022
Small Stocks Back at Known U-Turn Level
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

Small Stocks Back at Known U-Turn Level

Last week, we looked at the Russell 2000 Index (RTY) futures market as it was bumping up against its short term down trend line. Well, the market pulled back and is now at the bottom of its up channel again. From this point, it could go in either direction, but we still want to see … The post Small Stocks Back at Known U-Turn Level appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

JM
Joshua Martinez
Sep 21, 2022
Looking for Short Ideas in the NQ
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

Looking for Short Ideas in the NQ

With the big selloff last week, the major indexes remain under pressure. In particular, the Nasdaq 100 (NQ) dropped 5.8% last week. The market hit the top of the daily channel and pulled back, and we are now expecting more downside ahead. Read on to see how the market is setting up for the next … The post Looking for Short Ideas in the NQ appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

JM
Joshua Martinez
Sep 19, 2022
Checking in on the BTC Market
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

Checking in on the BTC Market

While I’m out of the BTC market, that doesn’t mean that we can ignore this leading digital currency.  So let’s take a look at the BTC futures contracts…  Looking at BTC Futures Contracts Here’s how the chart is shaping up and how we see the market… The BTC daily time frame is in a down … The post Checking in on the BTC Market appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

JM
Joshua Martinez
Sep 18, 2022
The S&P 500 Set for Potentially Further Downside
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

The S&P 500 Set for Potentially Further Downside

Today, we’re looking at the S&P 500 Index (ES). We are looking at the potential for further downside. So let’s take a look at the S&P 500 Index futures contracts…  Looking at S&P 500 Futures Contracts Here’s how the chart is shaping up and how we see the market… The ES daily time frame is … The post The S&P 500 Set for Potentially Further Downside appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

JM
Joshua Martinez
Sep 16, 2022
Small Stocks May Hold Opportunities
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

Small Stocks May Hold Opportunities

Today, we’re looking at the smaller stocks that appear to be setting up for a potential opportunity.  These types of stocks are represented by the Russell 2000 Index (RTY).  So let’s take a look at the Russell 2000 Index futures contracts…  Looking at RTY Futures Contracts Here’s how the chart is shaping up and how … The post Small Stocks May Hold Opportunities appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

JM
Joshua Martinez
Sep 15, 2022
Big Tech is in Trading Trouble
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

Big Tech is in Trading Trouble

Today we’re looking at the big tech stocks that appear to be in trouble.  These are represented by the Nasdaq 100 Index.  So let’s look at the NQ 100 Index futures contracts…  Looking at NQ Futures Contracts Here’s how the chart is shaping up and how we see the market… The NQ daily time frame … The post Big Tech is in Trading Trouble appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

JM
Joshua Martinez
Sep 14, 2022
Where Is BTC Going?
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

Where Is BTC Going?

We’re always looking at various markets and today, we are taking a look at the digital currency market.  There’s always plenty of action taking place in the market for digital currencies. So, let’s look at BTC…  Looking at BTC Futures Contracts Here’s how the chart is shaping up and how we see the market… The … The post Where Is BTC Going? appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

JM
Joshua Martinez
Sep 13, 2022
Let’s Take a Look at Crude Oil
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

Let’s Take a Look at Crude Oil

We’re always looking at various markets including markets for resources. And today, we are taking a look at the crude oil market.  So, let’s move through crude…  Looking at Crude Oil Here’s how the chart is shaping up… The CL one hour time frame is in a large sideways movement.  The market is near the … The post Let’s Take a Look at Crude Oil appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

JM
Joshua Martinez
Sep 12, 2022
Does Your Broker Fit Your Trading Needs?
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

Does Your Broker Fit Your Trading Needs?

We’re seeing lots of green on our screens at the end of this week. Hopefully you’ve been following my trades and utilizing my knowledge to work toward your own futures trading career.  But if you’re just starting out, today’s your lucky day… I’m going to take a look at one of the most important fundamental … The post Does Your Broker Fit Your Trading Needs? appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

JM
Joshua Martinez
Sep 9, 2022
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