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Sep 2024
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Confluence... Do You Know What This Mean...

Tyler Stokes
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Welcome to another episode of the "Day Trading for Beginners" podcast. In this short episode, we're going to talk about confluence. If you're just joining us, be sure to download the 6 Month Blueprint that offers a roadmap for your first steps as a day trader.


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What is Confluence?

Confluence in trading refers to a situation where multiple technical indicators or analysis techniques align, suggesting a more robust forecast for market direction. This alignment increases the likelihood of a successful trade by reinforcing the signal strength.


Seeing Confluence in Action:

To observe confluence firsthand, you can use charting tools like TradingView. I've included a link in the show notes for you to access TradingView, where you can sign up for a free account with some limitations. This tool is excellent for visualizing how different indicators converge on a chart to indicate potential trading opportunities.


Why Confluence Matters:

Understanding and identifying confluence is crucial because it helps traders make more informed decisions. Instead of relying on a single indicator, confluence allows you to gather evidence from multiple sources, reducing the risk of false signals and increasing your confidence in executing trades.


Examples of Confluence:

  • Moving Averages: A bullish signal is reinforced if the price is above both the 50-day and 200-day moving averages, and the shorter moving average crosses above the longer one.
  • Support and Resistance Levels: A price breaking through a resistance level while other indicators signal a bullish trend can signify a strong upward move.
  • MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence): If the MACD line crosses above the signal line at the same time the price moves above a key moving average, it suggests bullish momentum.
  • Volume: An increase in trading volume accompanying a price breakout above resistance indicates strong buyer interest and supports the price movement's sustainability.
  • Ichimoku Cloud: When 3 of the 4 indicators are bullish on the Ichimoku Cloud, and price is above the 50 week moving average, there is confluence among these indicators.  



Closing Thoughts: 

Today's episode was a concise exploration of confluence, a key concept that you'll encounter repeatedly in your trading journey. By understanding and utilizing confluence, you can enhance the accuracy of your trades and make more strategic decisions.


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