Our focus is on price action trading at key levels: daily high and low, and the previous day's extremes. We examine how price reaches these levels — through Stair-Stepping or Ramping — and its subsequent behavior. The price action patterns include M's, W's, Double Tops/Bottoms, and Pin Hammers at daily highs and lows.
Stair-Stepping and M
Patterns: These indicate potential reversals at daily highs or lows,
with detailed entries and exits often managed through lower time frames.
Ramping is characterized by parabolic price movements and often leads to swift reversals. Observing tight candle patterns with minimal overlap helps identify strong trends and potential breakouts. We also look for specific patterns like Stair-Stepping and Three Pushes, with Peak Formations signaling possible reversals.
Ramping Behavior:
Recognized by tight, parabolic moves followed by rapid reversals.
The
ramp into extremes usually signals significant price shifts.
The following 5 minute charts of the NASDAQ are from last week (September 9-13, 2024). They show Entry and Exit Strategies, using Pin Hammers and Engulfments for Entries, and managing stops based on price action, with adjustments for larger, more volatile bars.
Identified an M pattern at the high of the day with a pin hammer and engulfment, suggesting a strong short entry.
Tuesday, September 10 (Day 2):
Despite a promising setup, a large entry bar resulted in a stop-out. Emphasis on avoiding large entry bars and managing risk.
Similar to previous days with M patterns and engulfments, also highlighting entry points and risk management.
Thursday (Day 2) and Friday (Day 3), September 12-13:
Charts show patterns like descending triangles and W formations, with a focus on understanding price behavior relative to session timings.
Successful short-term trading relies on recognizing and acting upon the above presented price action patterns, managing entries and exits based on contextual behavior, and adapting strategies according to the specific market conditions within the 3 Day Cycle.
Reference:
Cameron Benson (September 14, 2024) - Price Action High And Low Of The Day (Day Trading Entries)(video)
Cameron Benson (September 14, 2024) - Price Action High And Low Of The Day (Day Trading Entries)(pdf)
Cameron Benson (June 16, 2024) - The Complete 3 Day Cycle Short-Term Trading System.
Cameron Benson (September 14, 2024) - Price Action High And Low Of The Day (Day Trading Entries)(video)
Cameron Benson (September 14, 2024) - Price Action High And Low Of The Day (Day Trading Entries)(pdf)
Cameron Benson (June 16, 2024) - The Complete 3 Day Cycle Short-Term Trading System.