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German power markets seem to gradually come out of the tight range. More losses seem plausible but as always we need to know when that isn't working out. #natgas #energytading

But here's a word of warning, especially for all the other technical analysts out there. Waiting for the right setup is important but a trading decision must be made at some point. We must avoid always waiting for 'just one more' level of confirmation. #trading

Personally, I think that calling TA an art is just a nice way of saying that sometimes there is no right answer. But hey, the same applies to fundamental analysis as well. We are all just guessing! #trading #TTF #brentcrude #natgas #lng #energytrading #technicalanalysis

To keep it simple: quant trading is just about large data sets worked through with computers. So the source data can be fundamental or price action. Simple as that. Quants, let me know if I'm doing your profession a disservice with my simplification! #trading #quanttrading

No worries, I'm not dishing out life advice now! I think the quote is perfectly suited for trading. We don't want to get outsmarted by someone in the markets who is just doing the basics and stays calm. #trading #TTF #brentcrude #natgas #lng #energytrading #technicalanalysis

I sometimes ask myself: do I really understand a topic if I can't explain it to a five-year old? The answer is no. So let's keep it simple. It's so easy to get lost in jargon and ideology when technical and fundamental analysis are pitted against each other. #technicalanalysis

I do have a journalistic background so I have always looked for stories in price moves. And candlesticks helped me with exactly that. #TechnicalAnalysis #EnergyTrading

When the fear of missing out hits, it's often too easy to forget about proper trade planning: - knowing when the trend is confirmed - knowing where we want to get out - knowing when we we are wrong #trading #TTF #brentcrude #natgas #lng #energytrading #technicalanalysis

Who read this? Still worth buying as a reference guide now that everything can be found online? #trading #TTF #brentcrude #natgas #lng #energytrading #technicalanalysis

While these barometers are visually appealing and popular in the media, they are often useless. Enthusiasm will be highest at the peak. I know what you might be thinking now: just use it as an inverse indicator. Right? Good luck! Wouldn't want to hold a contrarian trade for weeks

Ah volume! A few years ago I wrote an analysis on the connection between volatility, volume, and price moves during energy industry events like Flame or Gastech. In short: volume down = gappy markets = volatility up = greater losses. #technicalanalysis

I stay away from books that promise to share 'secrets'. But I think it is just a problem with the 80s and 90s publishing industry. Weinstein is actually doing a really good job with this book. I read it a long time ago and I remember it to be quite helpful. #technicalanalysis

Trading isn't just about numbers; it's about understanding the psychology behind decisions. Behavioural finance sheds light on why markets move – often irrationally. Let's discuss how this impacts our strategies. #BehaviouralFinance #TradingPsychology

Holding losses with hopes to break even is a dangerous strategy. Don't let hope dictate your trades. #RiskManagement #SmartTrading

Trading in the Zone' by Mark Douglas is not just a book, it's a trader's mental armour. Have its lessons on discipline and mindset been game-changers for you, too? #TradingPsychology

While it may not be the go-to for seasoned professionals, it's a guiding beacon for those navigating the initial choppy waters of the market. This book is about laying a foundation strong enough to build a career upon, equipping traders with the frameworks for sustainable succes

Charts are not just graphs; they are the storybooks of financial markets, with each pattern and trend revealing a chapter of the trading saga. #trading #TTF #brentcrude #natgas #lng #energytrading #technicalanalysis

Unravel the 'why' with fundamental analysis and pinpoint the 'when' with technical analysis. How do you blend them in your trades? #FundamentalAnalysis #TechnicalAnalysis #TradingTips

Chart patterns do work but they must be used in combination with mathematical tools. They also have to be understood in the broader market context. #trading #TTF #brentcrude #natgas #lng #energytrading