SI
SI
discoversearch

We've detected that you're using an ad content blocking browser plug-in or feature. Ads provide a critical source of revenue to the continued operation of Silicon Investor.  We ask that you disable ad blocking while on Silicon Investor in the best interests of our community.  If you are not using an ad blocker but are still receiving this message, make sure your browser's tracking protection is set to the 'standard' level.
Strategies & Market Trends : DAYTRADING Fundamentals

 Public ReplyPrvt ReplyMark as Last ReadFilePrevious 10Next 10PreviousNext  
To: Hands Off who wrote (866)6/16/1999 10:37:00 PM
From: Craig  Read Replies (2) of 18137
 
The likes of Jeff Cooper use an ADX over 30 to identify a trending stock, but like most indicators it will lag. Other methods include using higher highs and higher lows (and the reverse). This pivot method is similar to what I use, except I add projections based on Fib ratios and a splash of Elliot wave to the mix to help in that definition, ie. if it trends passed at projected pivot point then the trend is still in place until the next probable point.

The important thing is whatever definition you use, stick too it. Do not try and force the market to "be" what you think it should be. Trade the market, not your beliefs.

On another note of shared experience. I spent alot of time and money looking for the perfect mechanical system, the Holy Grail. The irony of it is my evolution is almost polar opposite. I use chart patterns, Fib. ratios (projections, retracements), candlesticks, etc.. A visual based system that is discretionary (I do use a system to scan for patterns for a morning hit list). Every time I open Tradestation I can taste the irony.
Report TOU ViolationShare This Post
 Public ReplyPrvt ReplyMark as Last ReadFilePrevious 10Next 10PreviousNext