Why I find it so hard to trade with trend?

[TickCOM]

When you can identify a trend, it is too late to get in. When the price HAS moved, it is expensive. You need to get in before the trend is visible.

You also need to know this is probably a trend starting, among chart patterns printing all over.

 

[TickCOM]

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A good help is to tell you, you cannot use these outdated theories for anything. You need to think new.

 

[NVP]

Cause you're using time-based optics

Hi

Maybe do the research in your instrument of choice and statistically prove the frequency and length of trends

You will probably soon realise that you can increase the probability of success by predicting when the trending is most possible

I trade forex....and i trade trends predominantly....... you can increase the edge

Nvp

 

[Simon54]

When you can identify a trend, it is too late to get in. When the price HAS moved, it is expensive. You need to get in before the trend is visible.

You also need to know this is probably a trend starting, among chart patterns printing all over.

But have you ever gotten in a situation where you entered too late and still end up profitable?

 

[ChelseaR]

Hi

Maybe do the research in your instrument of choice and statistically prove the frequency and length of trends

You will probably soon realise that you can increase the probability of success by predicting when the trending is most possible

I trade forex....and i trade trends predominantly....... you can increase the edge

Nvp

Which TF do you prefer?

 

[Opak]

Hi

Maybe do the research in your instrument of choice and statistically prove the frequency and length of trends

You will probably soon realise that you can increase the probability of success by predicting when the trending is most possible

I trade forex....and i trade trends predominantly....... you can increase the edge

Nvp

What methods or indicators do you use to statistically determine when a trend is most likely to occur? Do you rely on historical data patterns, fundamental analysis, or a mix of both?

 

[steven46]

1) Simple review of the previous week, and month's trading sessions can (if done properly) reveal timing of
breakouts.

2) For stocks, many professionals use RVOL (relative volume) to identify when (and at what prices) volume enters
the market, creating a breakout.

3) Finally, I use both "VWAP" and "Anchored VWAP" to show where price is breaking out. Amateurs and Retail
traders may want to research the work of Brian Shannon to learn more.

These three tools are in common use. Suggest you take some time to research each, to determine
if one (or more) of them are suitable for your use.

Good luck