Most traders don’t lose money because they can’t read charts.
They lose money because they trade without context.
In this episode of Learn to Swing Trade the Market, we break down the four stages of a stock’s cycle and explain why understanding market structure is one of the most critical skills a swing trader can develop.
Every stock moves through the same four stages—accumulation, markup, distribution, and decline. The problem? Most traders don’t know how to identify which stage they’re in, so they apply the wrong strategy at the wrong time.
This episode gives you a clear framework to stop chasing, stop forcing trades, and start aligning your strategy with how the market actually moves.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
The four stages of a stock’s market cycle are explained in plain English
How institutions operate inside each stage—and why retail traders get trapped
Why Stage 2 (markup) is where most A+ swing trades live
How to avoid giving profits back during distribution
When cash is a position and not trading is the right decision
How DTA traders use structure and process to build consistent cash flow
Use the A+ Trade Setup Checklist to Trade With Discipline
Understanding the four stages is only the first step.
Execution requires rules.
That’s why DTA traders use the A+ Trade Setup Checklist—a simple, repeatable process designed to confirm:
Structure supports the trade
Risk is clearly defined before entry
If a setup doesn’t pass the checklist, it doesn’t get traded.
👉 Download the DTA A+ Trade Setup Checklist using the link below. https://bit.ly/3Z0gWe9
Print it. Use it. Hold yourself accountable.
Questions? Email Brian at brian.montes@icloud.com
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