Tesla's poor earnings this week have accelerated the recent bearish sentiment in the stock, & after such an event, it's often useful to look at the slower timeframes to see if this is merely a blip from which the stock can recover or if it is indeed the start of a major reversal.
This is where the VPA concepts of support and resistance come into play along with the Quantum accumulation & distribution indicator. Considering the monthly chart, Tesla bulls do appear to have some respite ahead as the price action is poised on relatively strong support at the $177 level. What's even more encouraging is we also have the support on the weekly chart.
What will also determine whether Tesla continues lower is the volume, which so far for January is light considering the spread of the candle. However, we do have to reserve judgment until month end.
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Despite a laundry list of risk factors, including inflation and geopolitical events, retail investors have been pouring money into US stocks. In the stock's weekly chart, the lines also thicken each time the level is tested, giving us a visual of the level's strength. Weekly chart for the stock. Additionally, the levels Tesla has to overcome if the price is to continue higher.
In such circumstances, using volume price analysis will help to determine whether this retail cohort will be left stranded at the current level. Or whether it is indeed the start of a significant reversal for the stock. Several Quantum indicators come into their own in these circumstances. Two examples are a combination of the volume point of control and the accumulation and distribution indicator, where key levels are not only clearly marked on the chart, but the lines also thicken each time the level is tested, giving us a visual of the strength of the level.
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All traders and investors know that recognizing the most significant levels of support and resistance on a chart is key. There are many ways this can be done, from simple, hand-drawn lines to specialist indicators. Two such indicators from us here at Quantumtrading are the accumulation and distribution indicator and the volume point of control. The A&D indicator is price based, while the volume point of control (aka vpoc) includes both price and volume, and we can see how these work on the weekly chart for gold.
What is unique about the accumulation and distribution indicator is that the lines thicken each time the price is touched, thereby confirming the relative strength of that particular support or resistance level.
Meantime, the vpoc not only gives us the key levels based on price and volume but also highlights the congestion/consolidation zones where the price action is likely to pause or even struggle in its journey higher or lower.
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Gold Trading Analysis
Gold trading analysis requires understanding commodity drivers. Price action alone can mislead. Volume price analysis (VPA) reveals true intent. High volume on moves shows conviction. Low volume warns of weakness.
A look at the daily and weekly charts for gold following its recent move higher, which appears to be driven by the meltdown in the crypto space and not the ongoing raging inflation and geopolitical worries. The charts speak for themselves, and the question is whether the precious metal can maintain the bullish momentum. The volume price analysis signals on the daily confirm a slowdown and correction with the key resistance levels on the weekly confirming.
Key VPA Signals in Gold
Gold often reacts to risk sentiment and USD strength. Look for accumulation phases on down volume. Distribution appears with high volume at highs. Quantum indicators on NinjaTrader highlight these clearly. The Accumulation/Distribution tool spots building pressure early.
Practical Tips for Traders
Combine VPA with support/resistance levels. Watch for stopping volume at...
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Volume price analysis signals appear across all markets and timeframes. In this recording, David & I consider these on the DXY, the Indices, and the triple-levered semi-conductor ETF, the SOXL. However, as we explain, it is essential to view vpa not only in multiple timeframes but also in the context of support and resistance, which is where the Quantum indicators can help the accumulation and distribution indicator, particularly which not only marks these key levels on the chart but also confirms their relative strength. It does this by thickening the line each time it is touched, giving us a clear visual picture of the effort required to break through the levels.
Using Support and Resistance in Multiple Timeframes on DXY, Indices, and SOXL
Support and resistance levels are essential for traders. They mark where price often pauses, reverses, or breaks. Using them across multiple timeframes adds depth. Higher timeframes reveal major levels. Lower timeframes time entries. This alignment creates high-probability setups. Volume...
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Firestorm in the British Pound
2022 brought a firestorm to the British pound. Volatility exploded in September. The mini-budget triggered chaos. GBP/USD crashed to record lows near 1.03. Markets panicked. This created dramatic swings and trading opportunities.
Extreme market volatility can provide some great trading opportunities. In this video, David explains how he approached the recent firestorm in the British pound and how extreme financial and mainstream media views can often signal a dramatic reversal. As was the case for the sterling pairs.
The Volatility Storm Hits GBP
Policy announcements sparked the sell-off. Sterling weakened sharply. Cable plunged on high-volume down candles. This showed conviction in bearish sentiment. Risk-off flows favored USD. Volume price analysis (VPA) revealed distribution—sellers dominated without buying support.
VPA Signals During the Crash
VPA highlighted the intensity. Down candles widened on surging volume. No volume bounces signaled traps for buyers. Quantum Trend Monitor on MT5 or NinjaTrader stayed red. Currency strength indicator ranked GBP at extremes—weakest major.
The Dramatic Reversal
The firestorm reversed suddenly....
A look at key levels on the SPY (ETF for the S&P500) as we move towards month-end to see if buyers will be stepping in as they have done each month since January. In addition, we also explain how the index is heavily influenced by the technology sector in a week when major players in this sector are reporting.
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Cryptocurrency strength indicator vs currency strength indicator on TradingView and more volume price analysis across the markets
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In this video, we explain how to decide on targets and entry points for trend trading using support and resistance indicators for forex trading, as well as others such as the Camarilla levels indicator.
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