During SMB’s most recent The PlayBook Checkup with Bella we discuss: A Consolidation Trade ($TDC). This is a basic intraday technical analysis pattern that every developing trader should learn. We discuss: Who cares what $MS thinks about $TDC and how this should affect your trading? A 52-week high is more important than an intraday high in $SPY A news pattern … Read More
Making Trades Your Own (an Example in $SBUX)
Here’s an email exchange between a trader and me that demonstrates the importance of making trades your own. — I’m curious about what your thoughts are on this tweet (below). I thought you might appreciate it. I’m enjoying The Playbook, and I enjoyed reading One Good Trade several months ago as well. Thanks for all that you do. Trend play … Read More
Patiently Waiting in the Wrong Stock
Yesterday was a hard day for me. I performed well, though I traded lightly and found it difficult to trade the market in the middle of the day. I am normally the type of trader that can sit there and trade profitably all day long. I make my adjustments so I can trade profitably during the middle of the day … Read More