The volatility indicator together with reading the volume and understanding its relationship to the price action and candles reveals the cynicism behind the pump & dump of Plug Power. Note too the price channel defined by the accumulation & distribution indicator.
By Anna Coulling
Charts courtesy of Ninjatrader.
Disclaimer: This analysis is for educational purposes only. It is not a buy or sell recommendation.
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In addition to giving traders the optimal setting for charts the Tickspeedometer also gives an insight into activity and momentum. These twin benefits allow day traders to set their charts to the 'speed of the market' but more importantly see at a glance when momentum and activity drain away.
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How the Volatility Indicator Can Save You from FOMO
FOMO—Fear of Missing Out—is a trader's worst enemy. Sharp price spikes trigger it. Markets surge on news or sentiment. Traders chase the move. But often, it's a trap. Low volume on the spike reveals no real conviction. Reversal follows. The Quantum volatility indicator helps avoid these. It flags expansion phases early. This warns of potential FOMO traps.
As traders we need volatility but it can also trigger FOMO -the fear of missing out and result in bad trading decisions. This is where the Quantum Volatility indicator can help prevent such a situation from developing in the first place. This type of price action is always present at the Wall Street open when volatility is used to trap traders on the wrong side of the market.
Understanding FOMO Traps in Volatile Markets
Volatility creates excitement. Price breaks levels fast. Candles widen dramatically. Retail traders buy highs or sell lows—fearing they'll miss the "big move." But professionals...
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Terrific Trading Short Positions on Indices and Stocks as Risk Off Sentiment Takes Hold
Risk-off sentiment swept markets today. Equities and indices fell sharply. Safe-haven assets gained. This created terrific short opportunities. Traders capitalized on downside momentum in stocks and indices.
Volume Price Analysis Confirmation
Volume price analysis (VPA) confirmed the bearish move. High volume on down candles showed selling conviction. No buying support appeared at lows. Quantum Trend Monitor on NinjaTrader stayed aligned for shorts. The Accumulation/Distribution indicator highlighted distribution phases.
Practical Short Trading Tips
Short positions thrived in this environment. Focus on major indices like ES or YM. Enter on volume-confirmed breaks lower. Tight stops above resistance protect capital. Anna Coulling's VPA approach spots risk-off flows early. Quantum tools make timing reliable.
Risk-off days like this reward bearish bias. Terrific shorts on indices and stocks deliver profits when sentiment shifts. Quantum indicators turn volatility into consistent downside trades. Stay disciplined with volume confirmation.
What Is a Risk-Off Scenario?
A risk-off scenario happens when fear grips markets....
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Futures Trading Strategies Using Volume Price Analysis
Futures trading offers high leverage and liquidity. Volume price analysis (VPA) provides the edge. It combines price action with trading volume. This reveals true market intent. High volume on moves shows conviction. Low volume warns of weakness or traps.
Core VPA Strategies for Futures
Focus on trend continuation. Rising prices with increasing volume confirm uptrends. Enter on pullbacks with volume support. For reversals, look for stopping volume—ultra-high volume halting declines. Quantum indicators on NinjaTrader enhance this. Trend Monitor aligns direction. Accumulation/Distribution spots phases.
Practical Examples in Futures Markets
In emini indices like ES or NQ, high volume breakouts signal momentum. Oil futures (CL) show distribution on low volume highs. Use VPOC for key levels. Anna Coulling's VPA methodology applies universally—wait for volume confirmation before entries.
Benefits and Risk Management
VPA reduces false signals in volatile futures. Trail stops on volume-confirmed trends. Quantum tools make strategies visual and reliable. Combine with support/resistance for better risk-reward.
Master futures with VPA for consistent results....
It's been a couple of days where markets have been focused on the Fed and J Powell's comments which helped to create the shakeout in US equities, a terrific day for the market makers who duly cleaned up and bought as panic set in. So where next? Well if you understand volume price analysis it's very clear.
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