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USDCHFHello Traders! 👋 What are your thoughts on USDCHF? USD/CHF has broken above its descending trendline and cleared a resistance zone, signaling a potential trend reversal and growing bullish momentum. After some minor consolidation and a pullback to the breakout zone, we expect the pair to continue its rally toward the next identified targets. The broken resistance now acts as new support, and as long as price remains above this area, the bullish outlook remains valid. Is USD/CHF ready to extend higher toward its next targets? Share your view below! 🤔👇 Don’t forget to like and share your thoughts in the comments! ❤️
Long
by HAMED_AZ
20
BTCUSDTHello Traders! 👋 What are your thoughts on BITCOIN? After a strong rally, BTC is currently pulling back from the 124K resistance area, heading toward a major confluence support zone between 108,000– 110,000, which aligns with: ✅ Previous breakout zone ✅ 0.5–0.618 Fibonacci retracement ✅ Lower bound of the ascending channel This level is expected to attract buyers and act as a base for a new bullish leg. Scenario Ahead (Main Bias): 1. Price dips into the 108–110K support 2. Bullish reversal from the zone (watch for strong reaction candles or bullish divergence) 3. Target 1: 124K (retest resistance) 4. Target 2: 135K–140K (upper channel boundary upon breakout) BTC remains in a healthy bullish structure. Current pullback is considered constructive, and the 107–110K zone offers a high-probability long setup. Watch for bullish signals before entering. A confirmed daily close below 107K would invalidate this bullish structure and expose BTC to deeper correction levels. What’s your take on this setup? Do you expect a bounce from support or a deeper correction? Share your thoughts below 👇 Don’t forget to like and share your thoughts in the comments! ❤️
Long
by HAMED_AZ
13
Bitcoin stop loss hunting end, entry for Long is now!!Hi on this chart that may happen with more than 70% possibility we have one of the easy setups and strategy which i call it FAKEOUT&LIQUIDTY this happen usually near trendline support or range zone support or even resistance and after a possible fakeout usually market kick sellers or Buyers and then with high volume market reverse. I saw High volume and Fake breakout in my mind and i think it can be one of those times so we open long and lets now wait for this 1:2(Risk:Reward) signal to play. DISCLAIMER: ((trade based on your own decision)) <<press like👍 if you enjoy💚
Long
by MMBTtrader
6
Inside a Candle: How to Read Hidden Order Flow Without a DOM Difficulty: 🐳🐳🐳🐋🐋 (Intermediate+) This article is for traders who want to understand the “story” behind a candle’s shape — and learn to spot aggressive buying/selling, absorption, and traps without needing footprint or order book tools. 🔵 INTRODUCTION Most traders see candles as static shapes — green or red, big or small. But each candle is a battlefield of orders . Even without access to a DOM or volume footprint, you can still extract valuable information from just the candle's body, wick, and context . 🔵 ORIGINS: WHERE CANDLESTICKS COME FROM Candlestick charts trace back to 18th-century Japan, where rice traders needed a way to visualize price movements over time. A legendary trader named Munehisa Homma , who traded rice futures in Osaka, is credited with developing the earliest form of candlestick analysis. Homma discovered that price wasn’t just driven by supply and demand — but also by trader psychology . He created visual representations of market sentiment by tracking: The opening and closing price of rice The highest and lowest price reached during the session This system became known as the “Sakata rules,” and it laid the foundation for many patterns still used today — such as Doji, Engulfing, and Marubozu. Western traders only began using candlesticks widely in the 1990s, when analyst Steve Nison introduced them to the broader financial world through his book Japanese Candlestick Charting Techniques. Today, candlesticks remain one of the most powerful and intuitive ways to visualize order flow, momentum, and market psychology — even without a Depth of Market (DOM) or depth of book. In this article, you’ll learn how to read hidden order flow by analyzing: Wick length and positioning Body-to-range ratios Candle clustering and sequences 🔵 HOW A CANDLE FORMS Before you can read a candle, you need to understand how it comes to life . A single candle represents the full auction process during its time window. Here’s how it builds, step by step: Candle opens — this is the open price . As price moves up during the session → the high] updates. As price moves down → the low] updates. The final traded price when the time closes → this becomes the close price . The wick = price areas that were tested but rejected The body = where the majority of aggressive trades occurred If buyers push price up quickly but sellers slam it down before the close — the candle will have a long upper wick and close near the open, revealing seller absorption. Understanding this flow helps you recognize traps, fakeouts, and reversals in real time. 🔵 CANDLE BODY: WHO'S IN CONTROL The body of the candle reflects the result of the battle between buyers and sellers. A wide body with minimal wicks means dominance and commitment. Big body, small wick → clear conviction In an uptrend: buyer aggression In a downtrend: panic or aggressive selling Small body, long wicks → indecision, absorption, or trap Often appears near tops/bottoms Indicates both sides were active but neither won clearly tradingview.sweetlogin.com 🔵 WICKS: THE SHADOWS OF REJECTION Wicks are not just “leftovers” — they show where price was rejected after being tested. Long upper wick = seller presence or absorption at highs Long lower wick = buyer defense or trap spring Double wick = liquidity sweep / false breakout Use wick direction to spot: Failed breakouts Smart money traps Exhaustion candles 🔵 HIDDEN ORDER FLOW PATTERNS 1️⃣ Absorption Candle A large wick with little movement afterward — shows that big orders absorbed market pressure. 2️⃣ Trap Candle A candle that sweeps above/below a key high/low and closes opposite — classic smart money fakeout. 3️⃣ Imbalance Candle Large-bodied candle that closes near the high/low with no wick on the other end — implies one-sided aggression (and often leaves an imbalance). 🔵 CLUSTERING & SEQUENCES MATTER Never read a candle alone. The sequence of candles tells the full story: 3+ rejection wicks near resistance? Liquidity building before breakout or trap Bearish engulfing after long upper wick = smart money selling into retail buying Tight-range dojis + volume spike = compression before expansion Context + volume + structure = hidden flow decoded. 🔵 PUTTING IT TOGETHER: A REAL EXAMPLE Price breaks above previous high Candle closes with long upper wick and smaller body Next candle opens, dumps fast, leaving imbalance behind Buyers trapped — move likely to continue down This is how you read order flow from candle anatomy . 🔵 TIPS FOR MASTERY Use a lower timeframe (1M–5M) to see microstructure Watch how wicks behave near S/R or OBs Confirm with volume spikes or delta-style indicators Use replay mode to slow down the story and study cause/effect 🔵 CONCLUSION Every candle is a message. You don’t need expensive tools to read order flow — just your eyes, context, and curiosity. Learn to see candles not as symbols, but as evidence of behavior . Absorption, imbalance, and traps are all visible if you look closely.
Education
by BigBeluga
4
USD/CAD Breaks Triangle: Bullish Target in SightHello guys! USD/CAD has broken out of a clear triangle formation, signaling strong bullish momentum. The breakout above the top line of the triangle, supported by earlier bullish divergence, confirms that buyers are now in control. Triangle breakout confirmed Strong bullish impulse post-breakout Retest of the broken trendline expected Target: 1.38791 A clean retest of the breakout level could provide another entry opportunity before price reaches the target zone highlighted in blue.
Long
by melikatrader94
7
Gold Showing Signs of Reversal After Hitting Key ResistanceHello Guys. Gold has reached a major resistance zone around 3439–3425, which has already acted as a strong ceiling in the past. The price tapped into this area again, forming a clear divergence, and failed to break higher. Here’s what stands out: Divergence signals a weakening bullish momentum at the top. The price rejected the resistance and is now breaking structure to the downside. A minor pullback may occur before continuation, as shown in the projected moves. First target: 3259.792 Second target (if support breaks): 3136.869, a deeper zone for potential bounce or further drop. This setup hints at a bearish trend building up. Stay cautious on longs unless the price structure changes again.
OANDA:XAUUSDShort
by melikatrader94
24
CRCL WEEKLY TRADE SIGNAL (JULY 31) ### 🚨 CRCL WEEKLY TRADE SIGNAL (JULY 31) 🚨 **Call Option Setup – Based on Multi-Model Consensus** 📈 **Momentum**: 🟡 RSI Daily: 46.7 (Neutral) 🟥 Volume: 0.4x last week = 🚨 Weak participation 🟢 Options Flow: Bullish (C/P Ratio = 1.42) 🌤️ VIX: Low (15.4) → Low volatility = 💰 opportunity 🔍 **Model Summary**: ✅ **Grok**: Bullish setup → RECOMMENDED TRADE ❌ Claude, DeepSeek, Gemini, Llama: No trade (weak volume + gamma risk) 🤝 ALL agree: Weak volume & mixed trend = caution --- ### 💥 Trade Setup 💥 🎯 **Direction**: CALL (Bullish bias) 💸 **Strike**: \$200 💰 **Entry**: \$0.85 📆 **Expiry**: Aug 1 (1DTE – high gamma 🔥) 🎯 **Profit Target**: \$1.11 🛑 **Stop Loss**: \$0.51 📊 **Confidence Level**: 65% 📍 **Entry Timing**: Market Open --- ### 🧠 Key Insight 📉 Weak volume = 🚫 no institutional conviction 📈 Bullish options flow = 🔥 potential short squeeze 🕓 Time-sensitive 1DTE = Fast hands needed! --- 👉 If you trade momentum, watch CRCL at open. 🧠 **Strategy**: scalp the move or exit near \$1.11 💥 High risk, high gamma, tight leash. \#OptionsFlow #CRCL #CallOption #TradingSignal #UnusualOptionsActivity #0DTE #GammaScalp #TradingView #SwingTrade #TFlow
NYSE:CRCLLong
by quantsignals
9
GBPUSD shows signs of a potential recoveryGBPUSD shows signs of a potential recovery towards the resistance zone. This price action indicates a possible short-term reversal or consolidation phase. We are currently observing for confirmation signals such as: These could signal a build-up for a move back toward the key resistance at 1.34400. Traders should stay alert for price behaviour near this level as it may act as a turning point or breakout trigger. You may find more details in the chart. Trade wisely best of luck buddies. Ps: Support with like and comments like for better analysis.
Short
by MrMartin_11
6
NF news, can gold selling pressure drop to 3240?⭐️GOLDEN INFORMATION: Gold (XAU/USD) is trading lower, around $3,285 in early Asian hours on Friday, as a firmer U.S. dollar weighs on the non-yielding metal following new tariff measures announced by President Donald Trump. The White House said late Thursday that Trump will set a 10% baseline tariff, stepping back from earlier speculation about hikes to 15% or higher, according to Bloomberg. He also signed an executive order raising the tariff on Canada from 25% to 35%, effective August 1, 2025, while extending Mexico’s current tariff rates for another 90 days to allow more time for negotiations. ⭐️Personal comments NOVA: large frame, gold price is still moving in the downtrend line. will wait for NF result to have strong selling force again 3240 ⭐️SET UP GOLD PRICE: 🔥SELL GOLD zone: 3374- 3376 SL 3381 TP1: $3365 TP2: $3350 TP3: $3333 🔥BUY GOLD zone: $3242-$3240 SL $3235 TP1: $3255 TP2: $3268 TP3: $3280 ⭐️Technical analysis: Based on technical indicators EMA 34, EMA89 and support resistance areas to set up a reasonable SELL order. ⭐️NOTE: Note: Nova wishes traders to manage their capital well - take the number of lots that match your capital - Takeprofit equal to 4-6% of capital account - Stoplose equal to 2-3% of capital account
OANDA:XAUUSDShort
by Nova-Scalper
2
BTCUSD 8/1/2025Come Tap into the mind of SnipeGoat as he gives you a Full Top-Down Analysis of Bitcoins Price Action as we come into the month of August. What is Price doing? Where is Price going? Come get the answer here! _SnipeGoat_ _TheeCandleReadingGURU_ #PriceAction #MarketStructure #TechnicalAnalysis #Bearish #Bullish #Bitcoin #Crypto #BTCUSD #Forex #NakedChartReader #ZEROindicators #PreciseLevels #ProperTiming #PerfectDirection #ScalpingTrader #IntradayTrader #DayTrader #SwingTrader #PositionalTrader #HighLevelTrader #MambaMentality #GodMode #UltraInstinct #TheeBibleStrategy
BITSTAMP:BTCUSD
by TheeSnipeGoat
2
FIG IPO: Is it Worth the Hype?IPO Highlights IPO pricing & volume -Figma priced its IPO at $33 per share on July 30, 2025 (above its revised range of $30–32 and the initial $25–28 range—raising over $1.2 billion by selling approximately 36.94 million shares. Valuation -This pricing placed its valuation at around $19–19.5 billion fully diluted, close to the US  $20 billion Adobe had once offered in a failed acquisition attempt. Financial Profile & Business Strengths Revenue and profitability -Figma posted US  $749 million in revenue for 2024 (up 48% YoY), and revenue in Q1 2025 grew by 46% to $228.2 million. It also delivered $44.9 million in net income during Q1 2025, signaling improved profitability after a net loss the prior year (inflated by a one‑time $1 billion breakup fee from Adobe). Customer base & margins -The company boasts 13 million monthly active users and covers 95% of Fortune 500 companies, with strong 91% gross margins and approximately 18% operating margins. Cryptocurrency holdings -Figma holds $69.5 million in a Bitcoin ETF and $30 million in USD Coin, planning to reinvest these into Bitcoin, a strategy similar to that of MicroStrategy. Strategic & Market Implications Signal for IPO revival -Figma is the largest enterprise-software IPO since 2021 and is seen as a potential catalyst for a broader IPO rebound, potentially opening the floodgates for other companies such as Canva, Databricks, and more. Market perception & analyst viewpoints -Analysts, including Gil Luria at D.A. Davidson, view Figma as well-positioned in the AI/design space. Others caution that rising usage of generative AI could disrupt future margins, creating both potential and uncertainty. Competitive landscape -The IPO sets the stage for Figma to directly compete with Adobe. Despite Adobe’s recent stock decline, analysts expect both companies to potentially thrive given growing demand for creative tools. -Disclaimer: This analysis is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice, investment recommendation, or an offer to buy or sell any securities. Stock prices, valuations, and performance metrics are subject to change and may be outdated. Always conduct your own due diligence and consult with a licensed financial advisor before making investment decisions. The information presented may contain inaccuracies and should not be solely relied upon for financial decisions. I am not personally liable for your own losses, this is not financial advise.
NYSE:FIGLong
by bossout10
15
GOLD Analysis – Bullish Recovery Setup After Trendline Breakout ⚙️ Technical Structure Overview This 4-hour chart of Gold (XAUUSD) illustrates a classic reversal setup developing after a significant correction. Price previously faced strong selling pressure from the 3,470+ zone and declined sharply. However, the recent price action suggests a shift in control from sellers to buyers, signaling a likely medium-term trend reversal or a bullish wave formation. The key to this setup lies in three confluences: Completion of a previous supply zone, which no longer holds influence. Aggressive buyer activity from a major support zone. A clean break above the descending trendline, which is a common signal that bearish momentum is losing strength. 🔑 Key Levels & Concepts Explained 🟢 1. Major Support Zone (3,260–3,280) This zone has been tested multiple times and each time, buyers stepped in and prevented further downside. The most recent rejection from this area shows long wicks and bullish engulfing candles, indicating accumulation by institutional players. This is the foundational support that has held the entire corrective structure. 📉 2. Trendline Breakout The descending trendline connecting swing highs has now been broken to the upside. This is a critical technical signal, especially on the 4H timeframe, as it suggests a potential trend reversal or at least a deep retracement in the opposite direction. Trendline breakouts typically result in a retest of the trendline or a nearby support-turned-resistance zone (as is the case here with the Mini SR level). It also implies that supply is weakening, and buyers are ready to push. 🧱 3. Mini Support/Resistance Interchange (~3,300–3,320) This zone now plays the role of an interchange level—a previous minor resistance that could act as a support after the breakout. This level is crucial for intraday and swing traders because it can offer a low-risk long entry if price retests and confirms it with bullish momentum. The chart projection suggests a bounce off this mini S/R, followed by successive higher highs and higher lows, forming a new bullish structure. 📈 Forecast Path & Trade Scenario ✅ Bullish Path (Preferred MMC Scenario) Stage 1: Price retests the 3,300–3,320 zone (Mini S/R). Stage 2: Buyers step in, leading to a bullish continuation. Stage 3: Price targets the Minor Resistance (~3,440). Stage 4: If momentum is sustained, it aims for Major Resistance (~3,470–3,480), completing a clean reversal formation. This path reflects perfect bullish market structure—a breakout, followed by a retest and rally. ❌ Bearish Invalidation If the price closes strongly below 3,260, the structure would be invalidated. This would suggest that the support zone failed, possibly triggering deeper downside toward 3,220–3,200. 🧠 MMC Trader Mindset & Risk Considerations Don’t Chase: Wait for a confirmed retest of the Mini S/R zone. Let the market come to your entry. Entry Confirmation: Use candlestick signals like bullish engulfing, pin bars, or inside bars near the Mini S/R. Volume Consideration: Volume should ideally rise on breakout legs and decline on pullbacks—this confirms healthy bullish structure. Risk-Reward: With a stop below 3,260 and targets toward 3,470, the RR ratio favors long entries, especially after confirmation. 🔁 Summary Plan for Execution Entry Zone: 3,300–3,320 (after bullish confirmation) Stop Loss: Below 3,260 (structure break) Take Profit 1: 3,440 Take Profit 2: 3,470–3,480 Risk-to-Reward: 1:2+ if planned carefully
FX:XAUUSDLong
by GoldMasterTrades
1
Simple Psychology Tips Using Volume for Better TradingMany newer traders assume that when someone says "psychology" in trading, they are referring to mindset. It is also widely believed that trading is about the BEST entries. Now, think of it this way. It is not about winning trades, it is actually about managing losses well to allow you to take the winners over and over again. You might think that a 3 to 1 risk-to-reward strategy is boring, you might have gone all in on your favourite crypto project. But what makes the difference between gambling and trading is actually very, very simple. So simple, in fact, many overlook it or simply ignore it. Most seek a silver bullet - high win rates and perfectly timed entries, then they overleverage and move stops on the one "good trade" they are seeking to make. Whilst doing this, they tend to overload the 6 monitors they have purchased to trade with a thousand indicators, which they don't really need. The candlesticks tell a story, volume supports that story. When you learn any technique from Elliott Waves to Wyckoff, they all have a dependence on volume - even if the correlation is not apparent. Look at this first image. Price had moved down since the vertical line, the AD line also moved down - sell-off, in full swing. But then volume starts to shift before the AD line starts to increase. Now, look at what happens next... As we move forward and the new vertical line shows where volume spiked, the AD line starts to decrease as the price continues to rise. This is enough of a story to start your analysis. We then get a move with a lower high formed. As this plays out, the sell-side volume rises, creating momentum for the short position. Look a little closer and you will see, that the volume on the move up just before the drop was also decreasing. Making a divergence to price. You might feel that the market is against you, or that the big players are single-handedly seeking your stops. But the truth is, the psychology in moves such as this one shown is where most retail traders either have greed that markets will only go up for ever or the fear that they are missing out on a market that only goes up forever. It is that herd mentality that generates the liquidity for the professionals. Losing 1% on a trade, is part of the process, risking 80%> on a single move will make you paper rich for about 10 minutes before the real losses set in. This is where the psychology and the basic techniques such as risk management and understanding what candlesticks and volume bars are telling you, will make a world of difference to your results. A/D line and volume are free on @TradingView and to be fair you don't need to overcomplicate it more than that! Stay safe, have a great weekend all!!! Disclaimer This idea does not constitute as financial advice. It is for educational purposes only, our principal trader has over 25 years' experience in stocks, ETF's, and Forex. Hence each trade setup might have different hold times, entry or exit conditions, and will vary from the post/idea shared here. You can use the information from this post to make your own trading plan for the instrument discussed. Trading carries a risk; a high percentage of retail traders lose money. Please keep this in mind when entering any trade. Stay safe.
Education
by Mayfair_Ventures
1