On today's Nasdaq, volatility and 100 point intraday swings are the norm. Trading on Momentum explains how to take advantage of these new market dynamics by trading stocks based on market momentum rather than traditional valuation methods. The resulting model shows traders how to recognize when the market is changing, determine what is changing and why, then instantly adapt their methods accordingly.
Detailed charts and graphs illustrate day trading strategies for quickly identifying market changes, then getting in and out with a quick profit. Traders of all types can turn to Trading on Momentum for pointers on how to:
* Determine market dynamics by tracking movement and watching the day's behavior
* Confidently identify short-term market tops and bottoms
* Master momentum techniques including gainers, dumpers, and gap plays
Table of Contents
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Acknowledgments |
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Introduction |
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| Ch. 1 |
The Basics |
1 |
| Ch. 2 |
Getting Started |
9 |
| Ch. 3 |
Tools of the Trade |
31 |
| Ch. 4 |
The New Market Momentum |
53 |
| Ch. 5 |
Predictable Momentum |
73 |
| Ch. 6 |
Predictable Patterns |
91 |
| Ch. 7 |
Indicators |
125 |
| Ch. 8 |
Market Dynamics |
133 |
| Ch. 9 |
Tracking |
163 |
| Ch. 10 |
Time of Day |
179 |
| Ch. 11 |
Identifying Trading Opportunities |
189 |
| Ch. 12 |
Rules of a Trader |
203 |
| Ch. 13 |
Personal Accountability and Trading Attitude |
221 |
| Ch. 14 |
Momentum Investing |
231 |
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Epilogue |
255 |
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Glossary |
257 |
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Resource List |
261 |
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Index |
263 |