Traders know not to ‘go long’ when this classic trading pattern shows up
Investors watch trading volume and other momentum indicators alongside descending channel patterns to better gauge when to open and close trades. Buying an asset in a downtrend can be a risky maneuver because most investors struggle to spot reversals and as the trend deepens traders take on deep losses. In instances like these, being able to spot descending channel patterns can help traders avoid buying in a bearish trend.A “descending channel,” also known as a “bearish price channel” is formed by drawing two downward trendlines, parallel to each other, which confine the price action of....
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In technical analysis, traders interpret the head and shoulders formation as a strong sign that a trend reversal is in process. Traders tend to focus too much on timing the right entry to a trade, but very few focus on developing a strategy for exiting positions. If one sells too early, sizable gains are left on the table and if the position is held for too long, the markets quickly snatch back the profits. Therefore, it is necessary to identify and close a trade as soon as the trend starts to reverse.One classical setup that is considered reliable in spotting a trend reversal is the....
Due to popular demand, another major exchange is listing Ethereum Classic, giving Chinese traders more access to the market via ETC/fiat pairs. If trends are to be followed - more exchanges will follow suit. Classic listing. Huobi shared somewhat of a surprise announcement to traders that Ethereum Classic will begin trading on July 13 at 12:00 GMT +8 and ETC deposits will begin 24 hours earlier on July 12. The exchange is giving traders who deposit early incentives such as bonuses for deposit volumes and trading volumes. Ethereum Classic was selected due to popular demand based on a vote....
Bitcoin flashes a classic bearish technical pattern that could crash BTC prices to below $20,000. Bitcoin (BTC) bulls should look for a cover, at least as far as chart technicals are concerned.The flagship cryptocurrency continued its price declines into the new weekly session, hitting $32,105 ahead of the London opening bell following an approximately 10% intraday drop. In doing so, it raised the prospect of retesting its quarter-to-date low of $30,000 for either a bearish breakdown or a bullish pullback.Bitcoin consolidates between $30,000 and $42,000. Source: TradingViewBut as traders....
Traders analyze bearish and bullish rectangles to spot trend changes and range trade stocks and cryptocurrencies. A bull trend is formed when demand exceeds supply and a bear trend occurs when sellers overpower the buyers. When the bulls and bears hold their ground without budging, it results in the formation of a trading range.Sometimes, this leads to the formation of a rectangle pattern, which can also be described as a consolidation zone or a congestion zone. Bearish and bullish rectangles are generally considered to be a continuation pattern but on many occasions, they act as a....
Ethereum Classic recent surge was impressive against Bitcoin, and it looks like there are more upsides left in the short term. Key Highlights. Ethereum Classic (ETC) moved higher further against Bitcoin and traded as high as 0.0030BTC. There is currently a contracting triangle pattern formed on the 30-min charts of ETC/BTC, which may break soon for the next move. The chances of an upside break are more considering the current market sentiment. Ethereum Classic Trend. Ethereum Classic price ETC enjoyed a decent upside ride against Bitcoin recently, as the bulls managed to clear a couple of....