*Idea: Short on pops after morning emotion wear off, into 945-10am
*Entry: At pops/VWAP tests
*Risk: 1:3
Citron increased price target, focused on price action instead but took caution
n/a
Upwards streak on daily, but failed follow through from P/M and indications of failure throughout the morning.
Entered at 18.80 just over the VWAP test at small size (5), then scaled up again at the second one following (20). Considered a 3rd but knowing the tendency for swipes, held cautious until the breakdown below 18.
Took off three exits at 5/s each into the drops at the 17.70s, each due to the progressive resistance to new lows. Set a last ranged stop between the 17.90s and 17.40s with the
-Is it hesitation or complete risk aversion that prevented the size up on the way down? Have I created a habit of fear of chasing which has this side effect? Or am I looking at this the wrong way? At some point, I will need to start taking greater risks for greater rewards, but I don't think that day is today. Consistency is the goal first and foremost.
Execution detail:
Date/time | Symbol | Side | Price | Position |
---|---|---|---|---|
2020-10-26 10:06:33 | JMIA | sell | $18.800 | short |
2020-10-26 10:23:01 | JMIA | sell | $18.500 | short |
2020-10-26 10:56:51 | JMIA | buy | $17.690 | short |
2020-10-26 11:03:42 | JMIA | buy | $17.600 | short |
2020-10-26 11:08:08 | JMIA | buy | $17.800 | short |
2020-10-26 11:09:52 | JMIA | buy | $17.900 | 0 |
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