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False break on the DOW

False break on the DOW

Well, back to trading the DOW, I was looking scalp for a few points and initially had my mind fixed on taking 30 points... I was looking to see if the DOW would break below the S1 pivot point which was also a support line the DOW had responded to earlier. I place my entry at 9694 just to be sure it was lower than the previous low point set. The market gave me my trade and it went nicely the right direction.. I had set my limit to be 9664. The market however didn't want to give me my 30 poi

July 1, 2010 No Comments Full Story

Fundamental vs Technical Analysis

Fundamental vs Technical Analysis

When I started to learn you trade, you naturally seek out what other people say.. unfortunately, when it comes down to what peole do say to start with, it's mainly share tips.. this is exacerbated by the fact that a lot of people who come into trading are looking for a fast way to make a quick buck... unfortunately, trading does not work this way... Trading actually made me learn a hell of a lot about myself, I learnt about controlling my emotions and also learnt about myself as a person... a

March 16, 2009 No Comments Full Story

More stock market carnage

More stock market carnage

I read officially that we are in bear market territory, this is where the markets have fallen 20% from their highs... the state of the economy is not looking good and the financial sector especially is takingĀ a bashing. However, I took a few scalp trades today... I am having some real problems holding trades which is my biggest weakness in the markets... trading psychology plays a huge part and I am letting myself down when the markets are going my way.. I feel inclined to take a profit whic

July 9, 2008 No Comments Full Story

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