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Why Ticks and Candlesticks Are Important
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

Why Ticks and Candlesticks Are Important

Good morning, Daily Direction readers! Markets are closed today in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. So today I’ll provide you with a crash course in candlesticks and tick values so you can have a better understanding of how I utilize my charts to discover trading opportunities in the futures markets. Traders frequently inquire … The post Why Ticks and Candlesticks Are Important appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

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Joshua Martinez
Jan 17, 2022
Are You Ready to Grow Your Account?
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

Are You Ready to Grow Your Account?

Good morning, Daily Direction followers! It’s Friday! We’ve had a busy trading week full of exciting movements within the market. Now, we get to take a bit of a break as we close out this week and prepare for the next one. Going through some of the main facts that support my strategy is one … The post Are You Ready to Grow Your Account? appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

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Joshua Martinez
Jan 14, 2022
Following a Rally after a Retracement
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

Following a Rally after a Retracement

Hello, Daily Direction readers! The Nasdaq 100 E-Mini Futures Market (NQ) has hit its first limit as it continues its upward march in the long-term and short-term directions! Right now, we’re waiting for the market to retrace (temporarily drop in price) before it rallies again. That means we’re still actively looking to buy the NQ with … The post Following a Rally after a Retracement appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

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Joshua Martinez
Jan 13, 2022
The Best Way to Build a Better Trading Strategy
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

The Best Way to Build a Better Trading Strategy

Good morning, Daily Direction readers! You’ve made it halfway through the trading week. Congratulations! Today, I want to teach you what indicators and setups I use when preparing my charts. I know it can get a bit confusing when dealing with all the data for trading, so I wanted to pause for one moment and give … The post The Best Way to Build a Better Trading Strategy appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

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Joshua Martinez
Jan 12, 2022
Looking for a Shift in the NQ
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

Looking for a Shift in the NQ

Hello, Daily Direction readers! We’ve followed the Nasdaq 100 E-mini futures market (NQ) for some time now, waiting for it to turn bullish again. Based on the current timeframe analysis, the long-term and short-term directions are both up right now. The market reached the bottom of the channel and is bouncing off of support. This is where … The post Looking for a Shift in the NQ appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

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Joshua Martinez
Jan 11, 2022
Don’t Let the Ups and Downs Confuse You
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

Don’t Let the Ups and Downs Confuse You

Good Monday morning, Daily Direction readers! Today, I’m going to give you a crash course in candlesticks and tick values so you can learn more about how I use my charts to find trading opportunities in the futures markets. I often get questions from traders about how my timeframe charts work. More specifically, they want to know … The post Don’t Let the Ups and Downs Confuse You appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

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Joshua Martinez
Jan 10, 2022
Getting Ready to Close Out a Week of Trading
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

Getting Ready to Close Out a Week of Trading

Hello, Daily Direction readers! We’ve made it to Friday, which means it’s time to wrap up another trading week, relax over the weekend, and get ready to start all over again on Monday! Going through some of the main facts that support my strategy is one of the greatest ways to prepare for the trading … The post Getting Ready to Close Out a Week of Trading appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

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Joshua Martinez
Jan 7, 2022
Keeping up With the Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

Keeping up With the Daily Direction

It’s Thursday, Daily Direction readers! When reading this  newsletter, you’ll see several crucial indicators down the right-hand column if you’re following along with my Daily Direction newsletter. These simple symbols provide a brief overview of how our highlighted futures market is performing for the day. The goal of Daily Direction is to give you the … The post Keeping up With the Daily Direction appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

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Joshua Martinez
Jan 6, 2022
Why You Shouldn’t Ignore This Simple Step
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

Why You Shouldn’t Ignore This Simple Step

Happy Wednesday, Daily Direction readers! We’ve made it through the first half of another trading week! Hopefully you’ve been following my trades and utilizing my knowledge to work toward your own futures trading career. And since today is Wednesday, it’s time to take a look at a fundamental aspect of my system! One of the first steps … The post Why You Shouldn’t Ignore This Simple Step appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

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Joshua Martinez
Jan 5, 2022
This Is Why Timeframe Charts Are So Important
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

This Is Why Timeframe Charts Are So Important

Hello, Daily Direction readers! We’ve kicked off a new year and a new week of trading futures contracts! Today, we’re looking at the E-mini Russell 2000 (RTY) as we’re actively searching for opportunities to buy the market. Both the long-term and short-term directions for the RTY are up. The market is currently in an up trend as it … The post This Is Why Timeframe Charts Are So Important appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

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Joshua Martinez
Jan 4, 2022
It’s Time to Review Your Trading Strategy
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

It’s Time to Review Your Trading Strategy

Good morning, Traders! It’s Monday, and that means another week of trading. And it’s a new year, so now’s a good time to sit down and go over some of the fundamentals of the market! Trading has the potential to be a profitable option for those willing to put in the work. Traders and brokers … The post It’s Time to Review Your Trading Strategy appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

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Joshua Martinez
Jan 3, 2022
The Market Indicators to Help You Trade Better
Traders Daily Direction
Traders Daily Direction

The Market Indicators to Help You Trade Better

Good Morning, Traders! If you’re reading my Daily Direction newsletter, you’ll see numerous important indicators down the right-hand column. These simple symbols provide you a quick snapshot of how our featured futures market is doing for the day. Daily Direction’s purpose is to provide you with the knowledge you need to execute profitable trades. And the … The post The Market Indicators to Help You Trade Better appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.

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Joshua Martinez
Dec 30, 2021
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