Forex Amazing Profits From Momentum Position Trading
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Forex: Unlocking Amazing Profits with Momentum Position Trading
Summary:
When the market breaks out of a channel, either by rising above resistance or dropping below support, employ the momentum strategy using the MACD indicator. Typically a position trade lasting several days to a month, these setups can yield significant pips, making the small overnight renewal fee worthwhile.Keywords:
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When the market surges out of a channel, either surpassing resistance or dipping below support, the momentum strategy utilizing the MACD indicator comes into play. This is typically a position trade that can last from several days to even a month. While you might incur a small overnight renewal fee with most brokers to keep the trade active, the potential pip gains usually make it worthwhile.
Understanding the MACD Indicator
The Moving Average Convergence/Divergence (MACD) is a popular tool in momentum markets. Represented by two colored lines that intersect, the MACD plots three different exponential moving averages. One line is the MACD itself, while the other is known as the signal or trigger line.
The MACD also includes a histogram, a bar chart that illustrates the difference between the MACD line and its signal line. When the lines cross, the histogram reads zero. Common settings for the MACD are 12 and 26 for the indicator and 9 for the signal line, but you can tailor these to your trading style.
Just like the RSI, the MACD can indicate when a currency pair is overbought or oversold. Although there's no specific number, elongated histogram lines might suggest an upcoming reversal. Similarly, if the price reaches a new high or low but the MACD line doesn't, momentum may be weakening, signaling a potential reversal.
The Momentum Strategy
An entry signal occurs when the MACD crosses its signal line. If it drops below, consider a short trade; if it rises above, go long. This signal is particularly strong if the currency pair's price breaks above resistance or below support shortly after the crossover, hinting at a significant move.
However, remember that the MACD is a lagging indicator, so it won't pinpoint absolute highs and lows. It's less useful in a range-bound market where price movement may not leave sufficient trade potential by the time the MACD reacts.
In momentum markets, where prices breach support or resistance, the MACD might display divergence, suggesting weakening trends when it might not be the case. Compare the price chart with the MACD indicators for clarity.
For instance, if the GBP/USD breaks above resistance and hits new highs, the MACD triggers a crossover. As prices continue to rise, even if the MACD doesn't reach new highs, indicating divergence, you might wonder if the trend is weakening. However, if the price keeps climbing, maintain your position.
Handling Market Fluctuations
Don't panic at market jitters, like swing lows (or swing highs in a falling market). If each new swing low is higher than the last, the long-term trend is still intact. It’s akin to dribbling a basketball uphill?"each bounce higher than the previous one. Ensure your stop is set far enough to avoid being prematurely forced out. Ideally, your broker offers a trailing stop to safeguard profits as prices rise.
When to Exit
Watch for changes in the pattern. If a swing low dips below the previous one, it's time to exit the trade. Close your position and take a moment to calculate your profits.
Momentum position trading, when executed thoughtfully, can unlock massive potential in the forex market. Happy trading!
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