John Whitmore
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John Whitmore started the discussion AAPL Day Trade Short Sale & Market Context /1-16-25 in the forum Stocks Coaching a year ago
AAPL Day Trade Short Sale & Market Context /1-16-25
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Following TSM’s impressive earnings report, semiconductor stocks presented significant trading opportunities. Multiple successful trades emerged, particularly in KLAC and AMAT, with KLAC showing a remarkable morning movement. AMAT demonstrated a textbook trading pattern, beginning with an opening range breakout followed by… Read more
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John Whitmore started the discussion The Mechanical, Relative Volume & Order Flow / 1-13-25 in the forum Stocks Coaching a year ago
The Mechanical, Relative Volume & Order Flow / 1-13-25
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The Mechanical Trading System Requirements
The session emphasized that the mechanical trading system is fundamentally a trend-following strategy that requires an established trend before implementation. Unlike other trading strategies, it cannot be used effectively in choppy or trendless markets. The system was originally developed…
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John Whitmore started the discussion 1-10-25 / Game Plan in the forum Game Plan Meeting a year ago
Market Environment and Economic Context The market is currently experiencing increased volatility driven by fresh economic data, particularly the non-farm payrolls report. This environment shares similarities with the previous January’s challenging conditions.
A key technical level at 585 is being closely monitored as a significant…
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John Whitmore started the discussion 1-8-25 / Game Plan in the forum Game Plan Meeting a year ago
Stocks Discussed
TRGP (Targa Resources): TRGP has shown early signs of relative strength in the energy sector, with a potential second entry signal forming as the 10-period moving average trends upward. It is benefiting from renewed interest in energy stocks as the sector begins to recover.CHWY (Chewy): CHWY is highlighted as a potential…
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John Whitmore started the discussion 1-7-25 / Game Plan in the forum Game Plan Meeting a year ago
Briefing Document: Market Discussion and Analysis (Tuesday)
Introduction:
- Good morning and welcome to Tuesday.
- Discussed the rise of robo stock traders and algorithmic strategies, which have existed for over 20 years.
- Recent advancements in technology have made these tools accessible to retail traders, but programming such strategies remains…
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John Whitmore started the discussion 1-6-25 / Game Plan in the forum Game Plan Meeting a year ago
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Stock Market Closure on Thursday
The stock market will be closed on Thursday to honor the late President Jimmy Carter. Attendees were reminded that there would also be no coaching call that day, emphasizing the need to address questions during the evening session.
Newsletter Updates
The newsletter will shift from daily themes to…
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John Whitmore started the discussion Momentum Trades Vs. Mechanical Trends / 1-6-25 in the forum Stocks Coaching a year ago
Momentum Trades Vs. Mechanical Trends / 1-6-25
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Pete introduces a new AI chatbot designed specifically for coaching calls, which can search through and analyze past coaching call transcripts to provide comprehensive answers to trading-related questions. This tool represents a significant advancement in making trading education more accessible, as it allows users to quickly…
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John Whitmore started the discussion Iron Condor Strategy & Portfolio Management / 1-7-25 in the forum Options Coaching a year ago
Iron Condor Strategy & Portfolio Management / 1-7-25
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Major Market Analysis Topics
The day’s market activity was significantly influenced by the JOLTS data showing higher than expected job openings, which triggered a sell-off in equities. This economic data point caused Treasury yields to rise, making fixed-income investments more attractive compared to stocks. The situation exemplifies… -
John Whitmore started the discussion 1-3-25 / Game Plan in the forum Game Plan Meeting a year ago
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Meeting Coordination Issues
There were logistical challenges with the meeting timing, requiring confirmation that everyone had the correct link. This minor issue highlighted the importance of clear communication and preparation for smooth operations. -
Market Holidays and Schedule Impact
Upcoming market closures, including MLK Day…
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John Whitmore started the discussion 1-2-25 / Game Plan in the forum Game Plan Meeting a year ago
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Reflection on 2024:
- Importance of reviewing the past year’s market performance.
- Artificial intelligence as a major market driver.
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Trading Challenges and Insights:
- Evaluating individual trading performance relative to market conditions.
- Importance of assessing results based on market opportunities.
- The need for ongoing review and adaptation in…
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