TREND TRADING STRATEGY
Trend Trading is a simple forex strategy used by many traders of all experience levels. Trend trading attempts to yield positive returns by exploiting a markets directional momentum.
Length of trade:
Trend trading generally takes place over the medium to long-term time horizon as trends themselves fluctuate in length. As with price action, multiple time frame analysis can be adopted in trend trading.
Entry/Exit points:
Entry points are usually designated by an oscillator (RSI, CCI etc) and exit points are calculated based on a positive risk-reward ratio. Using stop level distances, traders can either equal that distance or exceed it to maintain a positive risk-reward ratio e.g. If the stop level was placed 50 pips away, the take profit level would be set at 50 pips or more away from the entry point.
In trend trading strategy, identifying a strong trend is important for a fruitful trend trading strategy.
Trend trading can be reasonably labor intensive with many variables to consider. The list of pros and cons can help you in identifying if trend trading is suitable for you.
Pros:
- Substantial number of trading opportunities
- Favorable risk-to reward ratio
Cons:
- Requires lengthy periods of time investment
- Entails strong appreciation of technical analysis