<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[SmartReversals’ Trading Compass: SmartReversals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Open for ALL Subscribers: McClellan Oscillator, Sectors, Fear and Greed Index, Stocks of the moment, click the subscribe button at the top-right corner ↗]]></description><link>https://www.smartreversals.com/s/chartsforeveryone</link><image><url>https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!aUCs!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fca4e1cae-51dc-4ad4-bfbf-9b86885ff80d_720x720.png</url><title>SmartReversals’ Trading Compass: SmartReversals</title><link>https://www.smartreversals.com/s/chartsforeveryone</link></image><generator>Substack</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:08:33 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.smartreversals.com/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><copyright><![CDATA[SmartReversals]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><webMaster><![CDATA[smartreversals@Substack.com]]></webMaster><itunes:owner><itunes:email><![CDATA[smartreversals@Substack.com]]></itunes:email><itunes:name><![CDATA[SmartReversals]]></itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author><![CDATA[SmartReversals]]></itunes:author><googleplay:owner><![CDATA[smartreversals@Substack.com]]></googleplay:owner><googleplay:email><![CDATA[smartreversals@Substack.com]]></googleplay:email><googleplay:author><![CDATA[SmartReversals]]></googleplay:author><itunes:block><![CDATA[Yes]]></itunes:block><item><title><![CDATA[How Strong Must the April Bounce Be to Avoid a Major Selloff?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Monthly Support and Resistance Levels for April]]></description><link>https://www.smartreversals.com/p/how-strong-must-the-april-bounce</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.smartreversals.com/p/how-strong-must-the-april-bounce</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[SmartReversals]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 01:40:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!CfMT!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe24569db-9b75-4686-b664-ac7dcb3072a9_1264x800.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As noted in the <strong>Weekly Compass</strong> on Saturday, technical indicators were extremely oversold. Furthermore, as shared in yesterday&#8217;s <strong>Daily Compass</strong>, the <strong>VIX</strong> closing in the red alongside the indices suggested a technical bounce was imminent, not to mention the very low percentage of stocks trading above their 20-day and 50-day moving averages.</p><p>Most importantly, we had confirmation of the bullish reversal when our daily levels were reclaimed. Yesterday, this publication anticipated bullish momentum for the <strong>SPX</strong> as long as the price stayed above <strong>$6,362</strong>. With resistance levels overhead including <strong>$6,518</strong> (today&#8217;s high of <strong>$6,539</strong>), the market followed the roadmap. The levels posted last night for today&#8217;s session are listed below, providing a real-world example of how to utilize trailing stops on a trending day:</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!63sL!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb2a44643-d494-49ea-828d-b9b9bb8dc031_1778x610.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!63sL!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fb2a44643-d494-49ea-828d-b9b9bb8dc031_1778x610.png 424w, 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yesterday, META stood out following its recovery of the Central Daily Level (CDL), while XOM displayed price action suggesting a healthy consolidation. Both moved as expected, with META outperforming its peers by gaining +6.7%, and XOM declining -1%.</p><p>Unlock the levels for tomorrow&#8217;s session, along with our essential <strong>MONTHLY LEVELS</strong>. These monthly benchmarks provide the critical reference for how much each security must reclaim this month to flip bearish momentum back to bullish.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p>Tomorrow we will study price action when there is a bearish monthly MACD crossover, a signal that has preceded bear markets or major corrections:</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!CfMT!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe24569db-9b75-4686-b664-ac7dcb3072a9_1264x800.png" 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stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Let&#8217;s study the key levels for this month for now:</p><p><strong>MONTHLY LEVELS</strong></p>
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   ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Daily Compass for March 31st]]></title><description><![CDATA[S/R Levels and Setups to Watch]]></description><link>https://www.smartreversals.com/p/daily-compass-for-march-31st</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.smartreversals.com/p/daily-compass-for-march-31st</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[SmartReversals]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 01:44:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!aUCs!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fca4e1cae-51dc-4ad4-bfbf-9b86885ff80d_720x720.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The <strong>SPX</strong> failed to hold above <strong>$6,392</strong> today the key level mentioned in the Weekly Compass, and losing that level opened the door for a decline to the next daily support at <strong>$6,331</strong>. Despite this, oversold conditions remain extremely overstretched, with price sitting below the Bollinger Bands in several timeframes, suggesting a spike could occur at any moment.</p><p>It is worth noting that the <strong>VIX</strong> declined today even as indices closed in the red; this divergence often serves as an early warning of an imminent squeeze. In high-volatility environments, our daily levels are essential for navigating these wide weekly ranges. The <strong>VIX</strong> closed today at <strong>30</strong>.</p><p>From the securities posted in this morning&#8217;s chat, <strong>META</strong> successfully reclaimed <strong>$529</strong>, setting the stage for a potential recovery. Looking toward tomorrow, the <strong>SPX</strong> has a gap at <strong>$6,473.8</strong> (which should act as a magnet), and the <strong>QQQ</strong> has one at <strong>$573.8</strong>. Use the levels below to establish your bias for the final trading day of March.</p><p>The Daily Levels consistently analyzes the following securities:</p><ul><li><p><strong>SPX &amp; ETFs:</strong> SPX, SPY, QQQ, SMH, TLT, GLD, SLV, DIA, VXX</p></li><li><p><strong>Major Stocks:</strong> AAPL, MSFT, GOOG, AMZN, NVDA, META, TSLA, LLY, WMT, AVGO, COST, JPM, XOM, PLTR, NFLX, V, AMD</p></li><li><p><strong>Crypto &amp; Related:</strong> ETHA, IBIT</p></li><li><p><strong>Leveraged ETFs:</strong> TQQQ, SQQQ, UDOW, SDOW, UPRO, SPXS, URTY, SRTY</p></li><li><p><strong>Sectors: </strong>XLC,&#9;XLF,&#9;XLE,&#9;XLK, XLY,&#9; XLI,&#9;XLB, XLRE, XLP, XLV, XLU </p></li></ul><p>If you trade using levels, this publication is for you, upgrade your subscription to paid and unlock the daily levels.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p><em><strong>DAILY LEVELS COMBINED</strong></em></p>
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   ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Market Needed a Catalyst]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cracks in the Stock Market Confirmed - Crypto Followed]]></description><link>https://www.smartreversals.com/p/the-market-needed-a-catalyst</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.smartreversals.com/p/the-market-needed-a-catalyst</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[SmartReversals]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 23:36:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/c4325da7-a395-4ad0-9ce1-2c8f0d9299e9_1786x1454.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hello everyone,</p><p>What a day. The market unfolded the move that has been brewing for recent sessions in a rapid fashion. We first saw the warning signs when technology began diverging from other sectors, the SPX was grinding higher while tech megacaps showed underlying weakness.</p><p>Over the past few weeks, I have occasionally shared free articles demonstrating how technical indicators validate momentum and anticipate reversals. We&#8217;ve covered <strong>NVDA, SPX, TSLA, and QQQ</strong> so far. My next free post will focus on <strong>Crypto</strong>, showing how technical analysis remains highly effective for <strong>Bitcoin </strong>(stay tuned). </p><p>Given today&#8217;s volatility, tonight&#8217;s update will break down the market move and the support/resistance levels modeled for this week. I will also conclude with a note on the macro drivers behind the selloff.</p><p><strong>Volatility Spike</strong></p><p>We have been tracking the VIX closely, and the series of higher lows over the last few weeks warned of an imminent spike. Today, the VIX jumped above key thresholds we analyze in the Weekly Compass, but at the same time it&#8217;s overheated already with a gap.</p><p>While the context is bearish, <strong>there are signs of short-term exhaustion given the velocity of the move:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Bollinger Bands:</strong> The SPX breached its lower Bollinger Band on the daily timeframe today (Same for the NDX).</p></li><li><p><strong>Gap Magnets:</strong> Keep an eye on the gaps at <strong>$6,925 (SPX)</strong> and <strong>$25,444 (NDX)</strong>; these often act as bullish magnets for a relief bounce.</p></li><li><p><strong>Oversold Conditions:</strong> The move was violent and fast, reaching oversold conditions on the daily Williams%R.</p></li></ul><p><strong>The &#8220;Crowded Trade&#8221; Unwind</strong></p><p>The velocity of this drop was fueled by extreme positioning. Last week we highlighted that 70% of S&amp;P 500 stocks were above their key moving averages on Thursday, and on Jan 9th, 90% of the stocks listed in the Dow Jones were above their 200DMA. While broad participation is generally healthy, these extremes signaled a crowded trade. When everyone is on one side of the boat, it doesn&#8217;t take much to tip it over.</p><p><strong>Key Levels &amp; Tickers</strong></p><p>The mood remains bearish until proven otherwise, but we must manage risk carefully. These notes are related to some of the setups shared using the levels posted last Friday.</p><ul><li><p><strong>TSLA:</strong> Surpassed our extension target of <strong>$421</strong> posted in the weekly compass. This level is now a key benchmark to manage risk for shorts; some traders could use it as reference to manage stops on short positions. (And locking gains is always welcome).</p></li><li><p><strong>AAPL:</strong> Extended as expected and found temporary support at the annual level of <strong>$243</strong>. Don&#8217;t get greedy with shorts; if profits are not locked, <strong>$246</strong> can serve as trailing stop reference for some traders who don&#8217;t want a higher jump to consider closing a short.</p></li><li><p><strong>NDX:</strong> The 100DMA is the next major support, currently at $24,979. Bears need to see a break of that line along with <strong>$24,949.2</strong> (find it on weekly levels). Or in the case of <strong>QQQ</strong>, bears want <strong>$606.5</strong> breached to open the door to <strong>598.4</strong>. However, a bounce is possible here considering the 100DMA and the Bollinger breached even if the primary trend remains down.</p></li><li><p><strong>COST</strong> showed impressive resilience today validating the bullish thesis. Conversely, <strong>Crypto and AVGO</strong> lost their Central Weekly Levels (CWL) in the pre-market. <strong>When that happens, the rule is simple: Step aside.</strong> We do not touch long positions until the CWL is reclaimed.</p></li><li><p><strong>GOOG:</strong> Declining as expected, following its weekly setup and reaching the extended target of <strong>$323.5</strong> with precision.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Conclusion:</strong> </p><p>Price action continues to move between our anticipated levels with high precision. In addition to the examples above, note today&#8217;s low for <strong>JPM</strong> at <strong>$301</strong> (versus our <strong>$303</strong> target) and <strong>PLTR</strong> bottoming at <strong>$166</strong> (versus Saturday&#8217;s bearish target of <strong>$166.5</strong>). Having these levels in advance <strong>helps</strong> you anticipate potential destinations and reversal points.</p><p>When a move happens too fast at the start of the week, we often see reversals. Be mindful of a potential technical bounce; while not a guarantee, it is a high probability when monitoring the VIX and today&#8217;s overextension.</p><p>The market structure has sustained <strong>major damage</strong>. As mentioned in my previous publication, the <strong>20-week moving average (WMA)</strong> was the likely target for this bearish move in the Nasdaq 100 (NDX), that level has now flipped from support to <strong>resistance</strong>. Any spike from here must prove its strength by recovering levels progressively.</p><p><strong>How to validate a bounce?</strong></p><p>For tomorrow, a potential bounce must first recover <strong>$6,819.0</strong> on the <strong>SPX</strong>, ideally followed by <strong>$6,836.8</strong> flipping back to support. Similarly, for <strong>QQQ</strong>, bulls need to see a first sign of a bounce consolidating <strong>$610.1</strong>, followed by a recovery of <strong>$613</strong>. These are not yet the Central Weekly levels, but rather previous supports that have flipped to resistance. (Note: The first two figures for SPX and QQQ are <strong>CDLs</strong> ;).</p><p>And the primal milestone is the recovery of the CWL.</p><p>For access to all the premium content on <strong><a href="http://www.smartreversals.com">SmartReversals.com</a></strong> including the weekly levels and setups with price targets, <strong><a href="https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe">click here.</a> </strong></p><p><strong>The Macro Catalyst: It&#8217;s Not Greenland only, It&#8217;s also Japan</strong></p><p>Is this selloff about the headlines regarding Greenland? Not necessarily. That is a very important situation, and the mechanics of this drop point to similarities with the August 2024 selloff: Japan.</p><p>Japan&#8217;s 10-year bond market recently experienced extreme volatility, a rare &#8220;six-standard-deviation move&#8221;, driven by concerns over large fiscal spending plans and persistent inflation. This has forced aggressive selling from domestic insurers and banks.</p><p><strong>Why This Matters for the SPX (The Carry Trade Unwind)</strong></p><p>For those who remember the 10% drop in August 2024, the mechanic is identical. For years, global investors used the &#8220;Carry Trade&#8221; borrowing Yen at near-zero costs to buy US tech stocks.</p><p>When JGB yields spike (as they are doing now), that cheap funding evaporates.</p><ol><li><p><strong>Yields Spike in Japan</strong> &#8594; Yen volatility increases.</p></li><li><p><strong>Margin Calls Triggered</strong> &#8594; Funds are forced to sell liquid winners (US Tech) to pay back Yen loans.</p></li><li><p><strong>SPX Sells Off</strong> &#8594; The &#8220;unwind&#8221; hits the US regardless of earnings.</p></li></ol><p>This fundamental catalyst aligns perfectly with the technical cracks mentioned recently. Until the Japanese bond market stabilizes, the SPX remains vulnerable, and as usual, let&#8217;s focus on price action.</p><p>See you this Wednesday with the Mid-Week Update. Like for more occasional notes like this one.</p><p>Have a good night everyone.</p><div class="community-chat" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://open.substack.com/pub/smartreversals/chat?utm_source=chat_embed&quot;,&quot;subdomain&quot;:&quot;smartreversals&quot;,&quot;pub&quot;:{&quot;id&quot;:2344889,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;SmartReversals&#8217; Trading Compass&quot;,&quot;author_name&quot;:&quot;SmartReversals&quot;,&quot;author_photo_url&quot;:&quot;https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OuMx!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4e0f9811-e00e-4490-8362-3f188745f533_720x720.png&quot;}}" data-component-name="CommunityChatRenderPlaceholder"></div><h3><strong>My only communication channels with you are via email and the Substack chat, I don&#8217;t use Telegram, WhatsApp, Discord, Private Channels, or any other communication method.</strong></h3><p>The content provided on SmartReveals.com is for educational and informational purposes only. All analyses, research, commentary, and other materials are intended to help users understand financial markets, investment concepts, and company fundamentals. This content does not constitute investment or any type of advice. The support and resistance levels are modeled references to manage risk and anticipate potential reversals, each investor must assess their own risk tolerance to set their own stops.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Technical Analysis - TSLA Case Study]]></title><description><![CDATA[Essential Indicators for Timing Market Reversals]]></description><link>https://www.smartreversals.com/p/technical-analysis-tsla-case-study</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.smartreversals.com/p/technical-analysis-tsla-case-study</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[SmartReversals]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 23:36:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!FvHh!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F932340d5-fc2b-4972-8429-f5978b7736e9_1012x840.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link 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By relying on these indicators, investors and traders can bypass intuition, news, social media noise, and emotion to interpret what the market is truly signaling.</p><p>While some investors believe stock prices are driven solely by fundamentals, price action often tells a different story. Fundamentals are undeniably important, but they do not always correlate with immediate price trends.</p><p><strong>PayPal (PYPL)</strong> is a prime example of this divergence. Despite boasting robust fundamentals and over <strong>$8 billion in revenue</strong>, the stock has been excessively punished. Five years after being a market favorite, it currently trades at just <strong>one-sixth of its 2021 peak</strong>. This illustrates why relying on fundamentals alone is often insufficient.</p><p>There are entirely valid fundamental reasons to buy PayPal. You could justify an investment based on its P/E ratio of 11, or the fact that Transaction Margin Dollars (gross profit) have grown +6-7% for several consecutive quarters, proving they are making more actual profit per transaction, not just processing empty volume. You could also point to the success of Fastlane, which is driving &gt;80% guest checkout conversion versus the industry standard of 40-50%, the massive $15 billion share repurchase program that is actively boosting EPS, or the fact that Venmo is gaining traction, with debit card monthly active users up ~30%. However, this is the chart:</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XrIV!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd57dfff1-01df-4965-b442-e8c0e384db56_1100x570.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XrIV!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd57dfff1-01df-4965-b442-e8c0e384db56_1100x570.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!XrIV!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fd57dfff1-01df-4965-b442-e8c0e384db56_1100x570.png 848w, 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Buying on fundamentals alone often means paying the price of opportunity cost.</p><p>On the other hand, we have <strong>Palantir (PLTR)</strong>. Publicly traded since 2021, the same year PayPal peaked, its stock price is now <strong>17 times higher</strong> than it was in September 2021. Remarkably, its revenue is just <strong>$1.1 billion</strong>. This contrast illustrates why relying on fundamentals alone is often insufficient; price action frequently dictates the trend regardless of the revenue on paper.</p><p>Yes, fundamentals must be assessed in the context of a sector and competitive landscape. These two examples are presented to drive home the point: they can analyze <em>why</em> <strong>PYPL</strong> has been so punished and <strong>PLTR</strong> so rewarded by the stock market, despite the massive revenue disparity.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Rwnx!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc42392ac-474b-4acb-90ad-04fa7ba7ef04_1100x570.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Rwnx!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc42392ac-474b-4acb-90ad-04fa7ba7ef04_1100x570.png 424w, 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Price action is the purest reflection of human psychology, and the right indicators allow us to decode it.</strong></p></blockquote><p>This is an occasional free publication presenting case studies on how to analyze stocks, ETFs, commodities, and cryptocurrencies. We previously covered <strong>NVDA, SPX,</strong> and <strong>QQQ</strong>; today, we will study <strong>TSLA</strong>.</p><p><strong>For those looking for a disciplined routine, our Premium Schedule includes:</strong></p><ul><li><p><strong>Fridays:</strong> Support &amp; Resistance Levels for the week ahead (44 securities).</p></li><li><p><strong>Saturdays:</strong> The <em>Weekly Compass</em> featuring High Probability Setups.</p></li><li><p><strong>Sundays:</strong> Customized S/R levels for stocks requested by subscribers.</p></li><li><p><strong>Wednesdays:</strong> The Mid-Market Update.</p></li></ul><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p>On Mondays, I often post free educational content to demonstrate my technical approach and how high-probability trades are assessed. <strong>SmartReversals</strong> is here to help you navigate the stock market and crypto space.</p><p><strong>Enough thinking. Let&#8217;s look at the charts and share with more people who want to learn technical analysis.</strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email&utm_content=share&action=share&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Share SmartReversals&#8217; Trading Compass&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.smartreversals.com/?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email&utm_content=share&action=share"><span>Share SmartReversals&#8217; Trading Compass</span></a></p><h3>TSLA Case Study</h3><p>When investors rely solely on fundamentals or news, they often view price history as a simple line, missing the nuance of price action. By adding candlesticks and essential technical indicators, we can uncover exactly how <strong>TSLA</strong> reverses or builds momentum. Let's examine the charts.</p><p><strong>The &#8220;Naked&#8221; Chart vs. What the Market Is Really Communicating</strong></p><p>This form of visualization offers very limited practical insight. While it shows general price direction, it lacks essential context, it does not identify overbought or oversold conditions, explain price behavior, or highlight critical support and resistance zones where reactions frequently occur.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!xMVH!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F72769576-b2a8-4794-92f5-f3397e283773_1246x762.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!xMVH!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F72769576-b2a8-4794-92f5-f3397e283773_1246x762.png 424w, 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stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Relying solely on a naked chart is comparable to driving without a clear view ahead. You may know where you have been, but without proper visibility, anticipating risks, turns, or opportunities becomes extremely difficult.</p><p><strong>Candlesticks: Interpreting Market Sentiment</strong></p><p>Unlike line charts, candlesticks offer a detailed visual story of the ongoing battle between buyers and sellers within each time frame. Every candle reflects not only direction, but also pressure, intent, and momentum.</p><p>As shown in the chart below, well-known formations such as Shooting Stars, signaling bearish pressure, and Hammers, indicating bullish strength, can help anticipate intraday reversals before they evolve into broader trends. Recognizing these patterns allows traders to detect exhaustion during rallies or consolidation after declines, providing a clear advantage in decision-making.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!IMYX!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4a7c763e-d7a4-4c83-807d-8b136de643e9_1244x758.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!IMYX!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4a7c763e-d7a4-4c83-807d-8b136de643e9_1244x758.png 424w, 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stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><strong>Moving Averages: Measuring Trend Strength</strong></p><p>Once price action can be interpreted effectively, the next step is evaluating trend strength using Moving Averages (MA). As demonstrated in the chart below, combining short-term averages (5 and 10 MA) with medium and long-term averages (20, 50, and 100 MA) delivers a more comprehensive view of market behavior. The arrows highlight some of the cases when the 5 &amp; 10 DMA were breached initiating a downtrend (and following an indecisive candle signal).</p><p>A breakdown below short-term Moving Averages often signals weakening short-term momentum, while failure to hold longer-term averages, such as the 50 or 100 MA, can indicate a more meaningful shift in overall trend structure. These longer-term levels are especially relevant, as they reflect broader market conviction.</p><p>In this TSLA example, see how important the 100DMA has been during the two recent selloffs, the market bounced from that green line with precision.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!k79b!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F299cf438-2189-42ab-a304-ec4392e06693_1246x760.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!k79b!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F299cf438-2189-42ab-a304-ec4392e06693_1246x760.png 424w, 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stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>For some traders and investors, a break below the 5 and 10DMA may be viewed as a potential sell signal, while a recovery above them could suggest a buying opportunity. This example is not meant as a rigid rule since each stock presents different price behaviors, but rather as an illustration of how clearly defined criteria can enhance Moving Average analysis and promote disciplined decision-making.</p><p><strong>Bollinger Bands: Interpreting Volatility and Price Extremes</strong></p><p>To gain a more refined view of market behavior, Bollinger Bands play a crucial role in assessing volatility and identifying extreme price conditions. As shown in the chart, most price action naturally fluctuates within the upper and lower bands, which define the boundaries of normal market movement.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hdBP!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Feedf160d-b20b-443d-b4ab-055d2609830f_1246x762.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!hdBP!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Feedf160d-b20b-443d-b4ab-055d2609830f_1246x762.png 424w, 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stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>When price extends beyond the Upper Bollinger Band, it often signals excessive bullish pressure, suggesting the asset may be trading above its typical range. Conversely, moves toward or below the Lower Bollinger Band reflect increased selling pressure, indicating a potentially oversold or undervalued condition. This indicator is particularly effective for spotting mean reversion setups, where price has a higher probability of reverting toward its average after extreme deviations.</p><p><strong>Oscillators: Timing Momentum Effectively</strong></p><p>To confirm price action and evaluate momentum, traders rely on oscillators such as the Stochastic, RSI, and MACD. Before examining the chart, it is important to define two core concepts that guide oscillator-based analysis.</p><p>An overbought condition arises when price advances aggressively in a short period, often signaling diminishing buying strength and an increased likelihood of a corrective move. An oversold condition occurs after sharp declines, suggesting selling pressure may be exhausted and a rebound could follow.</p><p>In the next chart, both the Stochastic and RSI are used to identify these extreme conditions, helping traders refine entry and exit timing. Meanwhile, the MACD histogram plays a key role in confirming whether a potential reversal carries sufficient momentum or if the existing trend is likely to persist.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!oXwP!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fac19b64b-ad74-4cbe-9f51-588cc36f3f8b_1246x762.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!oXwP!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fac19b64b-ad74-4cbe-9f51-588cc36f3f8b_1246x762.png 424w, 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Typically, readings above 80 indicate overbought conditions, while levels below 20 suggest oversold territory. Crossovers between Stochastic lines often serve as early alerts of possible reversals.</p></li><li><p><strong>The RSI</strong>, in contrast, moves more slowly and provides more conservative signals. When RSI reaches or exceeds 70, it indicates a clearly extended move, while readings below 30 reflect a deeply oversold market.</p></li><li><p><strong>The MACD</strong> operates at an even slower pace, making its signals particularly meaningful when its lines cross, as shown in the chart. These crossovers tend to offer stronger confirmation of momentum shifts rather than early, reactive signals.</p></li></ul><p><strong>Central Monthly Level (Support and Resistance): Defining Directional Bias</strong></p><p>To streamline decision-making, I rely on clearly defined price zones known as Central Levels. As shown in the next chart, these horizontal reference points function as a directional filter: as long as price remains above the Central Monthly Level, the market bias is bullish; when price falls below it, the bias shifts to bearish. This simple yet highly effective method removes ambiguity by establishing clear &#8220;line in the sand&#8221; levels, allowing traders to define risk and expectations without guessing potential support or resistance.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!LPpx!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F006bc9b9-277e-420a-a86f-c625a4a0e4ca_1246x762.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!LPpx!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F006bc9b9-277e-420a-a86f-c625a4a0e4ca_1246x762.png 424w, 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This is clearly visible during November, which turned decisively bearish after price lost this key level. Notably, that period also coincided with the start of a broader selloff, following the appearance of a shooting star candlestick above the Bollinger Band, combined with an overbought RSI, multiple signals aligning to confirm downside momentum.</p><p><strong>The Ultimate Filter</strong></p><p>As a final refinement, rather than waiting for a loss of the Central Monthly Level (CML) or a breakdown of the 10 or 20 Moving Averages, I rely on the Central Weekly Level (CWL). Updated every Friday for the week ahead, this level provides a precise reference point for evaluating short-term price behavior. The CWL helps confirm whether a pullback is forming, particularly when price is overbought and then falls below this level, or whether a bounce is gaining strength, as illustrated in the TSLA example shown below.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!aFQ6!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffdcaec39-711e-4539-9d24-bdb798aa0c88_1246x760.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!aFQ6!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Ffdcaec39-711e-4539-9d24-bdb798aa0c88_1246x760.png 424w, 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When combined with technical indicators, these Central Levels form the foundation of the SmartReversals methodology. As long as price remains above both the CWL and CML, broader momentum remains constructive and pullbacks are generally viewed as buying opportunities. When these levels fail, market structure weakens, helping traders avoid remaining stuck in losing positions.</p><p>Today, TSLA is showing signs of a bounce, validating my bullish thesis that indicated a likely bounce. I&#8217;m market neutral, premium subscribers navigated the selloff that I anticipated with disciplined study of the Shooting star printed on December 22nd, touching the upper Bollinger band, following an overbought RSI, and followed by a breach of the 5DMA on December 26th; but most importantly, with the loss of the CWL. 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The support and resistance levels are modeled references to manage risk and anticipate potential reversals, each investor must assess their own risk tolerance to set stops.</p>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[QQQ Case Study - Decoding Price Action]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Essential Guide for Technical Analysis - eBook Included]]></description><link>https://www.smartreversals.com/p/qqq-case-study-decoding-price-action</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.smartreversals.com/p/qqq-case-study-decoding-price-action</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[SmartReversals]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 22:51:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!gM3J!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0626d71a-69f7-42e1-bdd2-5b67b5425d8c_1016x840.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a 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The feedback from subscribers has been overwhelmingly positive, and I want to thank you sincerely for being part of this community.</p><p>This article is a token of gratitude for everyone; free and paid subscribers alike. It is designed to share critical knowledge about technical analysis, especially for those who have recently entered the stock or crypto markets.</p><h3>Boosting Investment Performance with Technical Analysis</h3><p>Market cycles often trap new investors, euphoria draws them in after prices have already rallied, forcing them to endure painful consolidations or sell near the bottom. We saw this recently with Crypto following the Q2 2025 rally; many hesitated initially, only to buy near the highs in June or July. A similar pattern played out in the stock market during the April-June 2025 bounce when apathy dominated the mainstream news and social media. Technical analysis helps you break this cycle by assessing price action neutrally, filtering out the noise out there.</p><p>Through disciplined analysis, this publication identified bullish signals for the stock market in April 2025 when the market was panicking, bearish signals for Crypto in early October 2025 when there was Crypto-Euphoria, and is currently flagging warning signs in metals. Conversely, just last week we identified bullish setups for Bitcoin, Ethereum, and related assets like MSTR, all of them rallied today &#127919;&#127919;&#127919;.</p><p>Some people are only bullish or only bearish, I&#8217;m market neutral, paid subscribers know my bearish position toward AAPL, which was called three weeks ago and reinforced last week, today the stock continued declining &#127919; (I called also the bounce for AAPL in July 2025 when it was a laggard).</p><p>Today, I will demonstrate how technical analysis works using <strong>QQQ</strong>, the ETF for Nasdaq100 (NDX) as a case study, showing you how essential indicators help anticipate reversals. </p><div><hr></div><p>As a final &#8216;thank you,&#8217; you will find my eBook, <em>Technical Analysis Essentials</em>, at the end of this post. This edition includes the foundational <strong>Volume Chapter</strong> and the <strong>SPX case study</strong>, completing the seven chapters.</p><div><hr></div><p>To allow more people to access this information, please spread the word. Tap the Like button &#128154; (even if you're reading this in an email) and consider sharing it with a friend.</p><p>Let&#8217;s begin.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/leaderboard?&amp;utm_source=post&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Refer a friend&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.smartreversals.com/leaderboard?&amp;utm_source=post"><span>Refer a friend</span></a></p><h3>QQQ: Using Technicals to Master Price Action Navigation</h3><p>This guide presents the most important indicators that every market participant should know in order to navigate price movements with greater confidence and consistency.</p><p>By moving beyond simple chart visuals, investors gain access to a deeper layer of market insight. Technical indicators help reveal market structure, confirm trends, and validate entry and exit points with much greater precision, transforming uncertainty into informed decision making.</p><h3>The &#8220;Naked&#8221; Chart vs. What the Market Is Really Saying</h3><p>The learning process begins with the most basic chart representation: the area or line chart. As shown in the first slide, this type of chart offers very limited practical value. While it illustrates price direction, it lacks critical context it does not identify overbought or oversold conditions, clarify price action behavior, or highlight key support and resistance zones where price reactions often occur.</p><p>Relying exclusively on a naked chart is like driving with no clear view of the road ahead. You may recognize where you have been, but without proper visibility, anticipating turns, risks, or opportunities becomes nearly impossible.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!fdFP!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc5a64fa0-aa41-4630-ba73-99857ef2953f_1246x760.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!fdFP!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc5a64fa0-aa41-4630-ba73-99857ef2953f_1246x760.png 424w, 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Unlike simple line charts, candlesticks provide a rich visual narrative of the ongoing struggle between buyers and sellers within each time frame. Every candle captures not just direction, but also intent, pressure, and momentum.</p><p>As illustrated in the chart below, recognizable formations such as Shooting Stars, Hangin Mans, which signal bearish pressure and Hammers, which indicate bullish strength, can help anticipate reversals well before they develop into clear market trends. Learning to identify these patterns enables traders to detect signs of exhaustion during an upward move or emerging strength during a market decline, giving them a valuable edge in decision-making.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!SRpl!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Feb3d9201-525a-4d2e-b421-eeddc870dfa9_1246x760.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!SRpl!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Feb3d9201-525a-4d2e-b421-eeddc870dfa9_1246x760.png 424w, 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stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><h3>Moving Averages: Evaluating Trend Strength</h3><p>Once traders are able to interpret price action, the next step is to evaluate the strength and stability of the trend using Moving Averages (MA). As demonstrated in the third chart, combining short-term averages (5 and 10 MA) with medium- and long-term averages (20, 50, and 100 MA) provides a more complete and dynamic perspective of market behavior, helping traders understand how price interacts with the trend.</p><p>A break below a short-term Moving Average often indicates a loss of short-term momentum, while a failure to hold longer-term averages (such as the 50 or 100 MA, not to mention the 200 MA) can signal a deeper shift in the overall trend structure. These longer-term levels are especially important, as they reflect broader market conviction.</p><p>The chart below highlights the importance of losing the 5 and 10 MA in the case of QQQ. For some traders and investors, a break below these averages may be interpreted as a potential sell signal, while a recovery above them may suggest a buy opportunity. This is not presented as a strict rule, but rather as an example of how having clear criteria can improve Moving Average analysis and support more disciplined decision-making.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!tIco!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2be929c3-e6c0-4a23-9dd9-cb3d3e3c2e50_1246x760.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!tIco!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F2be929c3-e6c0-4a23-9dd9-cb3d3e3c2e50_1246x760.png 424w, 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As illustrated in the fourth chart, most price movements naturally fluctuate within the upper and lower bands, which serve as boundaries for normal market activity.</p><p>When price moves beyond the Upper Bollinger Band, it often reflects excessive bullish pressure, suggesting the asset may be trading above its typical value range. In contrast, a move toward or below the Lower Bollinger Band can signal heightened selling pressure, pointing to a potentially oversold or undervalued asset. This indicator is particularly effective for identifying mean reversion setups, where price has a higher probability of returning toward its average after deviating too far from its normal range.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!u9Jv!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F22fc2dab-9a9c-4778-9847-ecc7d2465aef_1246x762.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!u9Jv!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F22fc2dab-9a9c-4778-9847-ecc7d2465aef_1246x762.png 424w, 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Before analyzing the chart itself, it is essential to clarify two foundational concepts that guide oscillator-based decision-making.</p><p>An overbought condition occurs when price has advanced aggressively in a short period of time, often signaling that buying pressure is losing strength and a corrective move may follow. An oversold condition, on the other hand, appears when price has declined sharply, indicating that selling pressure may be exhausted and a rebound becomes increasingly likely.</p><p>In the fifth chart, both the Stochastic and RSI are used to identify these extreme conditions, helping traders pinpoint more precise entry and exit opportunities. Meanwhile, the MACD histogram plays a key role in confirming a reversal and a shift in momentum (it works more like a validation, while the others can work better to assess tops and bottoms).</p><p>Each oscillator behaves differently and should be interpreted accordingly. The Stochastic responds more quickly to price changes; in weaker market environments, overbought signals may disappear rapidly, while in strong trending markets, the indicator can remain in overbought territory for extended periods. Typically, readings above 80 indicate overbought conditions, while levels below 20 suggest oversold conditions. Crossovers between the Stochastic lines often serve as early warnings of potential reversals.</p><p>The RSI, by contrast, moves at a slower pace and therefore provides more conservative signals. When the RSI reaches or exceeds 70, it reflects a clearly overextended price move, while readings below 30 indicate a strongly oversold market.</p><p>The MACD operates at a much slower pace compared to other oscillators, which makes its signals especially meaningful when its lines intersect, as illustrated in the chart. These crossovers often provide stronger confirmation of momentum shifts rather than early, reactive signals.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!qQrN!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F3615aa99-1591-47a0-a197-4e343278c412_1246x762.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!qQrN!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F3615aa99-1591-47a0-a197-4e343278c412_1246x762.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!qQrN!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F3615aa99-1591-47a0-a197-4e343278c412_1246x762.png 848w, 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While this is only a starting point and there is much more to explore, you can continue developing these skills by subscribing to the Weekly Compass. Each week, more than 30 securities are carefully analyzed, with priority given to the most compelling setups. This includes clearly defined key price levels, highlighting where momentum must be maintained or where a break is required to confirm a meaningful trend reversal.</strong></em></p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><h4>Central Level (Support and Resistance): Defining the Market&#8217;s Directional Threshold</h4><p>To simplify the decision-making process, I rely on clearly defined price zones known as Central Levels. As illustrated in the sixth chart, these horizontal reference points act as a directional filter for traders: as long as price remains above the Central Level, the market bias is considered bullish; when price moves below it, the bias shifts to bearish. This straightforward yet highly effective approach eliminates uncertainty by establishing clear &#8220;line in the sand&#8221; levels, allowing traders to define risk and expectations without speculating about potential support or resistance.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!As6C!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1aa09069-af76-4f66-9554-da4b2384ef9f_1246x762.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!As6C!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F1aa09069-af76-4f66-9554-da4b2384ef9f_1246x762.png 424w, 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For nearly two years, premium subscribers have experienced the effectiveness of these modeled levels, which consistently highlight critical price zones. When viewed in hindsight, these levels clearly demonstrate their importance in confirming momentum shifts and validating market reversals.</strong></em></p></blockquote><p>Continuing with the QQQ case study, the Central Monthly Level (CML) demonstrates its relevance once price action breaches that level like in November, following the appearance of a hanging man type candlestick above the Bollinger Band days before, combined with an overbought RSI, and a bearish Stochastic crossover.</p><h3>Central Weekly Level - The Ultimate Filter</h3><p>As a final refinement, rather than waiting for the loss of the Central Monthly Level (CML) or a breakdown of the 10 or 20 Moving Averages, I rely on the Central Weekly Level (CWL). This level is updated every Friday for the week ahead and provides subscribers with a precise reference point to evaluate short-term price behavior. The CWL helps confirm whether a pullback is developing, particularly when price is overbought and subsequently moves below this level, or whether a bounce is gaining traction, as illustrated in the QQQ example shown below</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2JEZ!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F826ae17f-97e8-482a-8b0f-d21c190e9b79_1246x760.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!2JEZ!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F826ae17f-97e8-482a-8b0f-d21c190e9b79_1246x760.png 424w, 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As long as price remains above its CWL and CML, the broader momentum stays constructive, and pullbacks are generally considered buying opportunities. Conversely, when these levels fail, the market structure is compromised, helping traders avoid staying trapped in losing positions.</p><p><strong>Price Levels must always be used with technical indicators, expecting for a reversal when price action is showing conviction and the price is not oversold or overbought, may end in trying to catch a falling knife (for longs/bulls) or getting squeezed a strong rally (for shorts/bears).</strong></p><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>Understanding which indicator to apply, and when, is crucial for consistent investment success. <strong>SmartReversals streamlines this process for you</strong> by identifying the most relevant indicators for each security and setting precise price targets and stop-loss references using the right Support and Resistance levels.</p><p>This rigorous approach consistently proves its value to our premium subscribers. I conduct this deep analysis across many securities, selecting only the <strong>strongest setups</strong>. This is how our <strong>High-Probability Setups</strong> are posted every weekend. For example, the bullish expectations for <strong>Dow Jones, JPM, Bitcoin, Ethereum, IBIT, and MSTR</strong> played out successfully, while my bearish view on <strong>AAPL</strong> was validated again by today&#8217;s drop.</p><p>Transparency: Two bearish setups were <strong>temporarily</strong> invalidated today but the capital is protected given the specific price levels provided as references to set stops. One of those setups was SLV; the Weekly Compass has made the case of how risky is to chase with longs at the current structure and if so, how to do it. </p><p>This publication provides consistent analysis for numerous securities, but most importantly, the better setups are highlighted for you weekly. <strong>Our cumulative accuracy rate currently stands at 76% </strong>(Experienced Traders know that a success ratio above 65% or 2:1 is more than outstanding).</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;UNLOCK ACTIONABLE INSIGHTS&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe"><span>UNLOCK ACTIONABLE INSIGHTS</span></a></p><p><strong>Subscribe today and unlock all the setups every week</strong>, along with clear illustrations explaining the strength of each one. One high probability setup pays for the whole subscription!.</p><h3>Recent Publications Worth Unlocking with Paid Subscription:</h3><p>Latest Weekly Compass with High Probability Setups for this Week:</p><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;b76398f5-3d01-4a2e-9be9-20e68ea02330&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;The indecisive price action observed at the close of last week anticipated the recent decline in the major U.S. indices. However, as mentioned in my previous publications, the gap fill for the SPX and NDX is the best outcome that could happen for bullish continuation.&quot;,&quot;cta&quot;:&quot;Read full story&quot;,&quot;showBylines&quot;:true,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;sm&quot;,&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;The Market Rotates to Defensive Assets&quot;,&quot;publishedBylines&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:206375976,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;SmartReversals&quot;,&quot;bio&quot;:&quot;Outperforming the market is possible with professional technical analysis and support/resistance levels. 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The final week of the year closed in the red, with declines of -1% for the SPX, -1.7% for the NDX, and -1% for small caps (IWM). However, this decline resolves a &#8216;loose end&#8217; that would have injected significant uncertainty into the price action had we seen an immediate bullish continuation.&quot;,&quot;cta&quot;:&quot;Read full story&quot;,&quot;showBylines&quot;:true,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;sm&quot;,&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Gap Filled: Is the SPX Cleared for Bullish Continuation?&quot;,&quot;publishedBylines&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:206375976,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;SmartReversals&quot;,&quot;bio&quot;:&quot;Outperforming the market is possible with professional technical analysis and support/resistance levels. 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Back then, premium subscribers saw how -5% pullbacks played out for the SPX and -7% on average for the Nasdaq. While the timing of such pullbacks has varied over the decades, today we will study the current market situation and price targets for both the NDX and SPX using updated charts.&quot;,&quot;cta&quot;:&quot;Read full story&quot;,&quot;showBylines&quot;:true,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;sm&quot;,&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Stage of the Market: SPX and NDX&quot;,&quot;publishedBylines&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:206375976,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;SmartReversals&quot;,&quot;bio&quot;:&quot;Outperforming the market is possible with professional technical analysis and support/resistance levels. 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To succeed, you must replace subjective opinions with objective data. This edition focuses on the critical technical indicators that strip away the noise and reveal the true state of the market. We are moving beyond simple charts to help you understand market structure and time your entries and exits with mathematical precision.</p><blockquote><p><em>This is a special free edition designed to demonstrate the power of combining Technical Analysis with Support and Resistance Levels to free subscribers. Let&#8217;s dive in. If you decide to unlock the full paid content, which is already delivering results today, you can upgrade <strong><a href="https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe">clicking here.</a></strong></em></p><p><em><strong>Note for Premium Subscribers:</strong> This is a bonus educational issue and does not replace your regularly scheduled exclusive content.</em></p></blockquote><p><strong>Why Simple Charts Aren&#8217;t Enough</strong> The first slide below illustrates the &#8220;naked&#8221; chart, a basic line graph. While it shows you the general direction, it fails to tell you the story behind the move. It misses the critical &#8220;when&#8221; and &#8220;where&#8221; of trading: Is the price extended? Are we hitting a concrete floor or ceiling?</p><div class="subscription-widget-wrap-editor" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe&quot;,&quot;language&quot;:&quot;en&quot;}" data-component-name="SubscribeWidgetToDOM"><div class="subscription-widget show-subscribe"><div class="preamble"><p class="cta-caption">SmartReversals&#8217; Trading Compass is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.</p></div><form class="subscription-widget-subscribe"><input type="email" class="email-input" name="email" placeholder="Type your email&#8230;" tabindex="-1"><input type="submit" class="button primary" value="Subscribe"><div class="fake-input-wrapper"><div class="fake-input"></div><div class="fake-button"></div></div></form></div></div><p>To trade off this chart is to drive blind. 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A line chart smooths over the details, but candlesticks reveal the tug of war between bulls and bears in every single session. As illustrated below, patterns like the &#8220;Shooting or Doji Star&#8221; (signaling a potential drop) or the &#8220;Hammer&#8221; (signaling a potential bounce) act as early warning systems. They allow you to spot the exact moment a trend gets tired or finds support, giving you the chance to react before a full reversal becomes obvious.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0T86!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8e2e7fec-f787-4a6a-beb3-84b5f4377548_1246x754.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!0T86!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8e2e7fec-f787-4a6a-beb3-84b5f4377548_1246x754.png 424w, 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class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg role="img" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><title></title><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" 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By integrating short duration averages (5, 10) with major structural levels (20, 50, 100), you create a dynamic framework for the trend. These averages act as non-static support and resistance levels.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Become a Paid Subscriber&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe"><span>Become a Paid Subscriber</span></a></p><p>The interaction is key: losing a short-term MA indicates fading momentum, whereas violating a significant level like the 50 or 100 MA often signals a fundamental shift in market direction. See where the price bounced from three weeks ago (100DMA), and two months ago (the 50DMA).</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9iGO!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5953ee54-d6d0-47a5-b8c3-479a3c7b7c7c_1246x760.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9iGO!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5953ee54-d6d0-47a5-b8c3-479a3c7b7c7c_1246x760.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9iGO!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5953ee54-d6d0-47a5-b8c3-479a3c7b7c7c_1246x760.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9iGO!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5953ee54-d6d0-47a5-b8c3-479a3c7b7c7c_1246x760.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9iGO!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5953ee54-d6d0-47a5-b8c3-479a3c7b7c7c_1246x760.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9iGO!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5953ee54-d6d0-47a5-b8c3-479a3c7b7c7c_1246x760.png" width="1246" height="760" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/5953ee54-d6d0-47a5-b8c3-479a3c7b7c7c_1246x760.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:760,&quot;width&quot;:1246,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:222643,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/i/181741115?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5953ee54-d6d0-47a5-b8c3-479a3c7b7c7c_1246x760.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9iGO!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5953ee54-d6d0-47a5-b8c3-479a3c7b7c7c_1246x760.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9iGO!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5953ee54-d6d0-47a5-b8c3-479a3c7b7c7c_1246x760.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9iGO!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5953ee54-d6d0-47a5-b8c3-479a3c7b7c7c_1246x760.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!9iGO!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F5953ee54-d6d0-47a5-b8c3-479a3c7b7c7c_1246x760.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg role="img" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><title></title><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><strong>Bollinger Bands: The Boundaries of Price</strong> To gauge whether a move is sustainable, we add Bollinger Bands. These bands create a visual corridor based on volatility. As shown in the fourth chart, price rarely stays outside these limits for long.</p><p>Think of the bands as a rubber band: when price punches through the Upper Band, it is often stretched too far and considered &#8220;expensive.&#8221; A drop through the Lower Band suggests it is &#8220;cheap.&#8221; This makes the tool perfect for identifying mean reversion trades catching the moment the price snaps back to the center.</p><blockquote><p><em><strong>No indicator is perfect in isolation. To achieve precision, successful traders combine multiple indicators to fine-tune their analysis.</strong></em></p></blockquote><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!K_gT!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F357dd524-717f-46c0-9c74-8ef525332988_1246x756.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!K_gT!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F357dd524-717f-46c0-9c74-8ef525332988_1246x756.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!K_gT!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F357dd524-717f-46c0-9c74-8ef525332988_1246x756.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!K_gT!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F357dd524-717f-46c0-9c74-8ef525332988_1246x756.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!K_gT!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F357dd524-717f-46c0-9c74-8ef525332988_1246x756.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!K_gT!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F357dd524-717f-46c0-9c74-8ef525332988_1246x756.png" width="1246" height="756" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/357dd524-717f-46c0-9c74-8ef525332988_1246x756.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:756,&quot;width&quot;:1246,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:215979,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/i/181741115?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F357dd524-717f-46c0-9c74-8ef525332988_1246x756.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!K_gT!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F357dd524-717f-46c0-9c74-8ef525332988_1246x756.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!K_gT!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F357dd524-717f-46c0-9c74-8ef525332988_1246x756.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!K_gT!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F357dd524-717f-46c0-9c74-8ef525332988_1246x756.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!K_gT!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F357dd524-717f-46c0-9c74-8ef525332988_1246x756.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg role="img" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><title></title><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><strong>Oscillators: The Engine of Momentum</strong> To validate a setup, we look &#8220;under the hood&#8221; using oscillators like the Stochastic, RSI, and MACD. Before analyzing the charts, you must understand two market states:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Overbought:</strong> The price has moved up too quickly. Buyers are likely exhausted, and a pullback is probable.</p></li><li><p><strong>Oversold:</strong> The price has dropped too sharply. Sellers are washed out, and a bounce is likely.</p></li></ul><p>As shown in the chart below, these tools behave differently. The <strong>Stochastic</strong> is the &#8220;sprinter&#8221; it reacts fast. While readings above 80 (overbought) or below 20 (oversold) signal potential reversals, be aware that in strong trends, it can stay &#8220;pinned&#8221; in overbought territory. The <strong>RSI</strong> is the &#8220;marathon runner&#8221;, it moves slower and smooths out the noise. When RSI hits 70, the asset is significantly extended; below 30, it is heavily discounted. Finally, the <strong>MACD</strong> acts as a confirmation filter, helping you judge the strength of a trend or a reversal.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!GfWI!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F7b66f5d8-b722-4917-92c1-895eb40ebca0_1242x764.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!GfWI!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F7b66f5d8-b722-4917-92c1-895eb40ebca0_1242x764.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!GfWI!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F7b66f5d8-b722-4917-92c1-895eb40ebca0_1242x764.png 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As illustrated in the sixth chart, it acts as a binary filter for market bias:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Price &gt; Central Monthly Level = Usually Bullish</strong> </p></li><li><p><strong>Price &lt; Central Monthly Level = Usually Bearish</strong> </p></li></ul><p>This removes the guesswork. Instead of wondering where the floor is, you have a concrete &#8220;make or break&#8221; boundary to define your risk. Every Friday, premium subscribers receive these Weekly and Monthly levels for Indices, Megacaps, Metals, and Crypto. For nearly two years, these modeled lines have proven essential for validating major reversals and momentum shifts with precision.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!N1cc!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F769149b1-740f-4f4d-b129-cb6a877eb31d_1248x760.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!N1cc!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F769149b1-740f-4f4d-b129-cb6a877eb31d_1248x760.png 424w, 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stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><strong>The Early Warning System: Central Weekly Level (CWL)</strong> Waiting for a Monthly Level or a 20 day Moving Average to break can sometimes mean reacting too late. To get a faster signal, I use the <strong>Central Weekly Level (CWL)</strong>.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OwpJ!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0e2d4de9-a4a3-41a5-8919-58f791353902_1244x764.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OwpJ!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0e2d4de9-a4a3-41a5-8919-58f791353902_1244x764.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OwpJ!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0e2d4de9-a4a3-41a5-8919-58f791353902_1244x764.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OwpJ!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0e2d4de9-a4a3-41a5-8919-58f791353902_1244x764.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OwpJ!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0e2d4de9-a4a3-41a5-8919-58f791353902_1244x764.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OwpJ!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0e2d4de9-a4a3-41a5-8919-58f791353902_1244x764.png" width="1244" height="764" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/0e2d4de9-a4a3-41a5-8919-58f791353902_1244x764.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:764,&quot;width&quot;:1244,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:139734,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/i/181741115?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0e2d4de9-a4a3-41a5-8919-58f791353902_1244x764.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OwpJ!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0e2d4de9-a4a3-41a5-8919-58f791353902_1244x764.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OwpJ!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0e2d4de9-a4a3-41a5-8919-58f791353902_1244x764.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OwpJ!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0e2d4de9-a4a3-41a5-8919-58f791353902_1244x764.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OwpJ!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0e2d4de9-a4a3-41a5-8919-58f791353902_1244x764.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg role="img" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><title></title><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p>Updated every Friday, this level gives paid subscribers an immediate reference point for the week ahead. It is the ultimate filter for timing: if an overbought stock drops below the CWL, it provides references that a pullback is starting. Conversely, if a stock reclaims the CWL, it provides validation that a bounce is real. This publication consistently analyzes the following securities:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Indices &amp; Futures:</strong> SPX, NDX, DJI, IWM, ES=F, NQ=F</p></li><li><p><strong>ETFs:</strong> SPY, QQQ, SMH, TLT, GLD, SLV, DIA, SH, PSQ</p></li><li><p><strong>Major Stocks:</strong> AAPL, MSFT, GOOG, AMZN, NVDA, META, TSLA, BRK.B, LLY, WMT, AVGO, COST, JPM, PLTR, NFLX</p></li><li><p><strong>Crypto &amp; Related:</strong> Bitcoin, ETH, IBIT, MSTR</p></li><li><p><strong>Leveraged ETFs:</strong> TQQQ, SQQQ, UDOW, SDOW, UPRO, SPXS, URTY, SRTY</p></li></ul><p>Premium subscribers can suggest their favorite stocks for a modeling of their Support and Resistance Levels, that customized modeling is posted on Sundays afternoon (New York Time).</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe?&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Subscribe now&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p>Unsure which indicators apply best to your specific stock? I handle that analysis for you, identifying the exact tools that explain current price action and targets. Unlock the latest <em>Weekly Compass</em> to access high-probability setups. Premium subscribers received bullish signals for <strong>LLY (+3.38% today)</strong> and <strong>BRK.B (+1.37% today)</strong> just last Saturday. We also cover the short side, with bearish setups like <strong>IWM (-0.76%)</strong> already playing out. </p><p>Crucially, I also manage risk. When a setup invalidates, as seen with <strong>NFLX</strong> today, the Central Weekly Level (CWL) serves as a precise technical <strong>reference</strong> for a stop loss (you set the stop based on your risk aversion or conviction). </p><blockquote><p><em><strong>Whether you are balancing a 9-5 job or trading full-time, these pre-planned high probability trades allow you to execute decisions with confidence.</strong></em></p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Unlock High Probability Setups!&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe"><span>Unlock High Probability Setups!</span></a></p><p>The high probability setups can be read here:</p><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;80470375-f69c-4244-a3d3-0ff17a5033e3&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;The anticipated volatility outlined in last week&#8217;s Weekly Compass played out exactly as expected. Price action oscillated around the Central Weekly Levels (CWL) for major indices: $6,855 for SPX, $25,559 for NDX, $684 for SPY, and $622 for QQQ. We saw a breakout attempt on Wednesday following the confirmation of the rate cut, which was quickly met with a choppy Thursday. By Friday, the market reversed rapidly; a classic signature of a rate decision week.&quot;,&quot;cta&quot;:&quot;Read full story&quot;,&quot;showBylines&quot;:true,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;sm&quot;,&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Navigating Post-Rate Cut Volatility&quot;,&quot;publishedBylines&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:206375976,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;SmartReversals&quot;,&quot;bio&quot;:&quot;Outperforming the market is possible with professional technical analysis and support/resistance levels. This publication has anticipated reversals and validated trends with accuracy for over a year for indices, stocks, Bitcoin and metals.&quot;,&quot;photo_url&quot;:&quot;https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OuMx!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4e0f9811-e00e-4490-8362-3f188745f533_720x720.png&quot;,&quot;is_guest&quot;:false,&quot;bestseller_tier&quot;:100}],&quot;post_date&quot;:&quot;2025-12-13T18:06:56.968Z&quot;,&quot;cover_image&quot;:&quot;https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!8YRn!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fe8f5d751-5756-4b35-8783-c0b67031ddc9_1180x1130.png&quot;,&quot;cover_image_alt&quot;:null,&quot;canonical_url&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/p/navigating-post-rate-cut-volatility&quot;,&quot;section_name&quot;:&quot;Weekly Compass&quot;,&quot;video_upload_id&quot;:null,&quot;id&quot;:181473940,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;newsletter&quot;,&quot;reaction_count&quot;:41,&quot;comment_count&quot;:0,&quot;publication_id&quot;:2344889,&quot;publication_name&quot;:&quot;SmartReversals&#8217; Trading Compass&quot;,&quot;publication_logo_url&quot;:&quot;https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!aUCs!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fca4e1cae-51dc-4ad4-bfbf-9b86885ff80d_720x720.png&quot;,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;youtube_url&quot;:null,&quot;show_links&quot;:null,&quot;feed_url&quot;:null}"></div><p>The full set of S/R levels for this week can be read here:</p><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;d966f4aa-f56e-42c6-9c98-246121f170f3&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;As noted on Wednesday, rate cuts are typically followed by choppiness, and our analysis of the short- and medium-term outlook is playing out as expected. Thursday&#8217;s bounce was a surprise given the weak structure and the breach of the Central Weekly Level (CWL); the intra day move appeared justified only by oversold conditions in the NDX. However,&quot;,&quot;cta&quot;:&quot;Read full story&quot;,&quot;showBylines&quot;:true,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;sm&quot;,&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Turbulence After the Rate Cut&quot;,&quot;publishedBylines&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:206375976,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;SmartReversals&quot;,&quot;bio&quot;:&quot;Outperforming the market is possible with professional technical analysis and support/resistance levels. 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Today&#8217;s publication is designed to demonstrate just how crucial it is to use technical indicators to make informed, data driven decisions rather than relying on gut feelings. This guide highlights essential indicators that every investor and trader must consider to navigate the markets effectively. By moving beyond basic visuals, you can unlock a deeper understanding of market structure, validating your entries and exits with precision.</p><p><strong>The &#8220;Naked&#8221; Chart vs. Reality</strong> The journey begins with the most basic form of data: the area or line chart. As seen in the first slide, this view offers almost no actionable information. It merely shows a trajectory without context&#8212;it fails to show overbought or oversold conditions, price action nuances, or critical support and resistance zones where the price might bounce or reverse. </p><p>Relying on this type of chart is akin to driving a car with a blacked out windshield; you can see where you&#8217;ve been, but you have no visibility on the obstacles or turns immediately ahead.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Xdg4!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F906feb98-cb60-418a-b0c8-df5a8d855857_1246x762.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" 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stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><blockquote><p><em>If you have a friend who makes decisions based on this type of chart, share with them this article urgently.</em></p></blockquote><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/leaderboard?&amp;utm_source=post&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Refer a friend&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.smartreversals.com/leaderboard?&amp;utm_source=post"><span>Refer a friend</span></a></p><p><strong>Candlesticks: Reading the Sentiment</strong> To get a better sense of market sentiment and potential reversals, traders must switch to candlestick charts. Unlike a simple line, candlesticks tell a detailed story of the battle between buyers and sellers during each time period. As shown in the chart below, specific formations like &#8220;Shooting Stars&#8221; (bearish signals) and &#8220;Hammers&#8221; (bullish signals) can anticipate intra-day reversals long before they become obvious trends. Recognizing these patterns allows you to spot exhaustion in a rally or strength in a sell-off.</p><blockquote><p><em>Candlesticks is a basic feature that most platforms have available, you just need to change the type of graph to candlesticks from area or line.</em></p></blockquote><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!JcRO!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8f18aa0a-5ff6-4dd6-a5bb-4312c0a5a22a_1246x760.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!JcRO!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F8f18aa0a-5ff6-4dd6-a5bb-4312c0a5a22a_1246x760.png 424w, 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stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><strong>Moving Averages: Measuring Trend Health</strong> Once you can read the price action, you need to assess the trend&#8217;s health using Moving Averages (MA). The third chart illustrates how combining short-term averages (5 and 10 MA) with medium to long-term averages (20, 50, and 100 MA) creates a dynamic view of the trend. These lines act as dynamic support and resistance; a breach of a short-term MA often signals a loss of immediate momentum, while losing longer-term MAs (like the 50 or 100) are  major lines that speak for the overall trend.</p><p>The chart below shows how significant is a loss of the 5 and 10 MA for NVDA. Some traders or investors may consider a loss of those levels a sell-sign, and recovering them a buy-sign. This is not a recommended rule, but an example of having a criteria when analyzing MAs.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!jEmL!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4c5e2b30-fbe3-4e4a-aaa0-bf71ba9b39e7_1246x760.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!jEmL!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4c5e2b30-fbe3-4e4a-aaa0-bf71ba9b39e7_1246x760.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!jEmL!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4c5e2b30-fbe3-4e4a-aaa0-bf71ba9b39e7_1246x760.png 848w, 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As seen in the fourth chart below, price action tends to stay within these bands. When the price breaches the Upper Bollinger Band, it often signals that the asset is overextended or &#8220;expensive&#8221; relative to recent volatility. Conversely, a tag or breach of the Lower Bollinger Band can indicate the asset is &#8220;cheap&#8221; or oversold. This tool is invaluable for spotting mean reversion opportunities where the price snaps back to equilibrium.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ELyB!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F075fe7f3-710d-4da4-8a6d-294cb457d44b_1260x762.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ELyB!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F075fe7f3-710d-4da4-8a6d-294cb457d44b_1260x762.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ELyB!,w_848,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F075fe7f3-710d-4da4-8a6d-294cb457d44b_1260x762.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ELyB!,w_1272,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F075fe7f3-710d-4da4-8a6d-294cb457d44b_1260x762.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ELyB!,w_1456,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F075fe7f3-710d-4da4-8a6d-294cb457d44b_1260x762.png 1456w" sizes="100vw"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ELyB!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F075fe7f3-710d-4da4-8a6d-294cb457d44b_1260x762.png" width="1260" height="762" data-attrs="{&quot;src&quot;:&quot;https://substack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com/public/images/075fe7f3-710d-4da4-8a6d-294cb457d44b_1260x762.png&quot;,&quot;srcNoWatermark&quot;:null,&quot;fullscreen&quot;:null,&quot;imageSize&quot;:null,&quot;height&quot;:762,&quot;width&quot;:1260,&quot;resizeWidth&quot;:null,&quot;bytes&quot;:213760,&quot;alt&quot;:null,&quot;title&quot;:null,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;image/png&quot;,&quot;href&quot;:null,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;topImage&quot;:false,&quot;internalRedirect&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/i/181077937?img=https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F075fe7f3-710d-4da4-8a6d-294cb457d44b_1260x762.png&quot;,&quot;isProcessing&quot;:false,&quot;align&quot;:null,&quot;offset&quot;:false}" class="sizing-normal" alt="" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ELyB!,w_424,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F075fe7f3-710d-4da4-8a6d-294cb457d44b_1260x762.png 424w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ELyB!,w_848,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F075fe7f3-710d-4da4-8a6d-294cb457d44b_1260x762.png 848w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ELyB!,w_1272,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F075fe7f3-710d-4da4-8a6d-294cb457d44b_1260x762.png 1272w, https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ELyB!,w_1456,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F075fe7f3-710d-4da4-8a6d-294cb457d44b_1260x762.png 1456w" sizes="100vw" loading="lazy"></picture><div class="image-link-expand"><div class="pencraft pc-display-flex pc-gap-8 pc-reset"><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container restack-image"><svg role="img" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 20 20" fill="none" stroke-width="1.5" stroke="var(--color-fg-primary)" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg"><g><title></title><path d="M2.53001 7.81595C3.49179 4.73911 6.43281 2.5 9.91173 2.5C13.1684 2.5 15.9537 4.46214 17.0852 7.23684L17.6179 8.67647M17.6179 8.67647L18.5002 4.26471M17.6179 8.67647L13.6473 6.91176M17.4995 12.1841C16.5378 15.2609 13.5967 17.5 10.1178 17.5C6.86118 17.5 4.07589 15.5379 2.94432 12.7632L2.41165 11.3235M2.41165 11.3235L1.5293 15.7353M2.41165 11.3235L6.38224 13.0882"></path></g></svg></button><button tabindex="0" type="button" class="pencraft pc-reset pencraft icon-container view-image"><svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="20" height="20" viewBox="0 0 24 24" fill="none" stroke="currentColor" stroke-width="2" stroke-linecap="round" stroke-linejoin="round" class="lucide lucide-maximize2 lucide-maximize-2"><polyline points="15 3 21 3 21 9"></polyline><polyline points="9 21 3 21 3 15"></polyline><line x1="21" x2="14" y1="3" y2="10"></line><line x1="3" x2="10" y1="21" y2="14"></line></svg></button></div></div></div></a></figure></div><p><strong>Oscillators: Timing the Momentum</strong> Validating these moves requires Oscillators like the Stochastic, RSI, and MACD. Before diving into the chart, it is important to understand two key concepts: </p><ul><li><p><strong>Overbought</strong> refers to a condition where an asset has risen too far, too fast, suggesting buyers are exhausted and a pullback is likely.</p></li><li><p><strong>Oversold</strong> means the price has fallen too steeply, suggesting sellers are washed out and a bounce is due. In the fifth chart, the Stochastic and RSI measure these extremes, identifying precise moments to enter or exit, while the MACD histogram is particularly useful for validating the strength of a reversal or trend continuation.</p></li></ul><p>Each oscillator works different: The Stochastic changes faster, and in weak markets an overbought condition can vanish quickly, but in strong markets it continues overbought for long. Overbought is defined above 80, oversold is below 20, and when the lines cross, a reversal may be in play.</p><p>The RSI moves slower, so when it reaches 70 or more, the price is significantly overbought, and significantly oversold when the indicator is below 30.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" href="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Zfwe!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F60441501-4914-4887-b80c-4da2be8addc2_1246x762.png" data-component-name="Image2ToDOM"><div class="image2-inset"><picture><source type="image/webp" srcset="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Zfwe!,w_424,c_limit,f_webp,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F60441501-4914-4887-b80c-4da2be8addc2_1246x762.png 424w, 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me see the latest Weekly Compass&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.smartreversals.com/s/sr-trading-journal"><span>Let me see the latest Weekly Compass</span></a></p><p><strong>Central Level (Support and Resistance Levels): The Bullish/Bearish Line in the Sand</strong> To facilitate decision-making, I utilize specific price levels known as Central Level. As shown in the sixth chart, these horizontal levels function as a binary switch for traders: the bias is <strong>bullish if the price stays above</strong> the Central Level and <strong>bearish if it falls below</strong>. This simple yet powerful tool removes ambiguity, providing clear &#8220;make or break&#8221; levels that help you define your risk and manage expectations without guessing where the floor or ceiling might be.</p><p>Every Friday I post the Central Monthly and Central Weekly Level for the month and week <strong>ahead</strong> for U.S. indices, Megacaps, Futures, Metals, and Crypto. For almost two years premium subscribers have seen the power of those modeled lines, setting crucial levels that when you see backwards you understand how important they are to validate reversals and momentum.</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/s/weekly-sr-levels&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Let me see the latest S/R publication&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.smartreversals.com/s/weekly-sr-levels"><span>Let me see the latest S/R publication</span></a></p><p>Let&#8217;s continue with the NVDA case study, the Central Monthly Level (CML) that has been posted for the month ahead (for example, the CML for December was posted at the end of November), see how relevant the line is.</p><div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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Technical indicators+Central Levels act as the essence for the SmartReversals methodology: if a stock is holding above its CWL/CML, the broader momentum remains positive, and dips are likely buyable. If it fails these levels, the structure is invalid, protecting you from holding onto a losing trade.</p><p><strong>Conclusion</strong> Knowing which indicator to use and when is essential for successful investing. <strong>SmartReversals</strong> simplifies this complex analysis for you, analyzing the indicator that is more relevant for each security, and providing the critical CWL and CML levels every week along with their respective support and resistance targets. These levels have proven invaluable to our paid subscribers, helping them validate bullish or bearish momentum, manage risk effectively, and spot high-probability entries for both long and short positions.</p><p><strong>Don&#8217;t trade alone, consider subscribing to the paid plan to get these actionable insights directly.</strong></p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;I want actionable insights&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe"><span>I want actionable insights</span></a></p><blockquote><p><em>If you found this guide helpful, please <strong>Like and Repost</strong> for more free articles like this one!</em></p></blockquote><p>This publication consistently analyzes the following securities to provide a broad market perspective and empower your trading decisions:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Indices &amp; Futures:</strong> SPX, NDX, DJI, IWM, ES=F, NQ=F</p></li><li><p><strong>ETFs:</strong> SPY, QQQ, SMH, TLT, GLD, SLV, DIA, SH, PSQ</p></li><li><p><strong>Major Stocks:</strong> AAPL, MSFT, GOOG, AMZN, NVDA, META, TSLA, BRK.B, LLY, WMT, AVGO, COST, JPM, PLTR, NFLX</p></li><li><p><strong>Crypto &amp; Related:</strong> Bitcoin, ETH, IBIT, MSTR</p></li><li><p><strong>Leveraged ETFs:</strong> TQQQ, SQQQ, UDOW, SDOW, UPRO, SPXS, URTY, SRTY</p></li></ul><p>Premium subscribers can suggest their favorite stocks for a modeling of their Support and Resistance Levels, that customized modeling is posted on Sundays afternoon (New York Time).</p><p class="button-wrapper" data-attrs="{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe&quot;,&quot;text&quot;:&quot;Get access to all the premium features&quot;,&quot;action&quot;:null,&quot;class&quot;:null}" data-component-name="ButtonCreateButton"><a class="button primary" href="https://www.smartreversals.com/subscribe"><span>Get access to all the premium features</span></a></p><blockquote><p><em><strong>My final take on NVDA? I&#8217;m bullish based on the indicators charted, that consideration remains as long as the price stays above $180.6 this week (that&#8217;s the CWL). The latest Weekly Compass and Support and Resistance Levels with the complete analysis for NVDA, and all the securities mentioned are linked here:</strong></em></p></blockquote><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;cf74f95f-15e2-4cfa-a7b5-42a872287f6c&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;This Weekly Compass correctly anticipated bullish moves in individual securities last week based on the high probability setups listed, the bullish moved were significant: META jumped +3.9%, TSLA surged +5.8%, SMH rallied +3.5%, SLV gained +3.4%, COST&quot;,&quot;cta&quot;:&quot;Read full story&quot;,&quot;showBylines&quot;:true,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;md&quot;,&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Buckle Up for the Fed&quot;,&quot;publishedBylines&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:206375976,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;SmartReversals&quot;,&quot;bio&quot;:&quot;Outperforming the market is possible with professional technical analysis and support/resistance levels. This publication has anticipated reversals and validated trends with accuracy for over a year for indices, stocks, Bitcoin and metals.&quot;,&quot;photo_url&quot;:&quot;https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!OuMx!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4e0f9811-e00e-4490-8362-3f188745f533_720x720.png&quot;,&quot;is_guest&quot;:false,&quot;bestseller_tier&quot;:100}],&quot;post_date&quot;:&quot;2025-12-06T18:42:14.173Z&quot;,&quot;cover_image&quot;:&quot;https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!wla_!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fa6240895-365f-4a0e-89b4-6af55e3d3ed4_1156x1080.png&quot;,&quot;cover_image_alt&quot;:null,&quot;canonical_url&quot;:&quot;https://www.smartreversals.com/p/buckle-up-for-the-fed&quot;,&quot;section_name&quot;:&quot;Weekly Compass&quot;,&quot;video_upload_id&quot;:null,&quot;id&quot;:180848558,&quot;type&quot;:&quot;newsletter&quot;,&quot;reaction_count&quot;:15,&quot;comment_count&quot;:4,&quot;publication_id&quot;:2344889,&quot;publication_name&quot;:&quot;SmartReversals&#8217; Trading Compass&quot;,&quot;publication_logo_url&quot;:&quot;https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!aUCs!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fca4e1cae-51dc-4ad4-bfbf-9b86885ff80d_720x720.png&quot;,&quot;belowTheFold&quot;:true,&quot;youtube_url&quot;:null,&quot;show_links&quot;:null,&quot;feed_url&quot;:null}"></div><div class="digest-post-embed" data-attrs="{&quot;nodeId&quot;:&quot;fe4e7697-b3e3-4b92-b7bc-213c75f51b75&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;Two weeks ago, this publication anticipated a strong bounce in the U.S. indices. The market delivered: the SPX rose +3.7%, the NDX gained +4.9%, and my top pick for the week, IWM, rallied +5.6%. For the week that just ended, a consolidation was expected, and the indices closed essentially flat.&quot;,&quot;cta&quot;:&quot;Read full story&quot;,&quot;showBylines&quot;:true,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;md&quot;,&quot;isEditorNode&quot;:true,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;Market in Consolidation - Playing the Reversal Candle&quot;,&quot;publishedBylines&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:206375976,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;SmartReversals&quot;,&quot;bio&quot;:&quot;Outperforming the market is possible with professional technical analysis and support/resistance levels. 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   ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[NDX and QQQ - Critical Moving Average Test]]></title><description><![CDATA[The central level was breached again, and the bounce was short-lived as expected]]></description><link>https://www.smartreversals.com/p/ndx-and-qqq-critical-moving-average</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.smartreversals.com/p/ndx-and-qqq-critical-moving-average</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[SmartReversals]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 01:48:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!iG9o!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F4c934dfb-cf3a-4934-9d68-fa6be9912fc0_1240x1080.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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   ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bollinger Bands in Action: Examining SPY, NVDA, and DXY]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Executive Guide to Identifying Market Trends and Potential Reversals]]></description><link>https://www.smartreversals.com/p/bollinger-bands-in-action-examining</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.smartreversals.com/p/bollinger-bands-in-action-examining</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[SmartReversals]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 00:01:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!WOD6!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F339fd0cf-a7e0-4ad5-99c1-0d13ec72dbb7_1224x975.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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This edition applies Bollinger Band analysis to three key market instruments &#8211; the SPY (S&amp;P 500 ETF), NVDA (Nvidia Corporation), and DXY (US Dollar Index) &#8211; to uncover potential trading&#8230;</strong></em></p>
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   ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stock Market and Crypto Update]]></title><description><![CDATA[Does an inside candle invalidate a bearish engulfing candle on the SPX?]]></description><link>https://www.smartreversals.com/p/stock-market-and-crypto-update</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.smartreversals.com/p/stock-market-and-crypto-update</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[SmartReversals]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 00:23:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!pOBy!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fcf6f5eb5-f327-4af2-a1ae-b58620f67afa_1102x952.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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However, technical analysis suggests caution, given recently observed patterns. Specifically, the <strong>SP500 (SPX)</strong> candlestick chart reveals a pattern following today's bounce: Stochastic crossover as first signal, then a bearish engulfing candle followed by an inside &#8230;</p>
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   ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Riding the AI Wave: Key Stocks to Watch in the Age of Artificial Intelligence]]></title><description><![CDATA[These companies are essential in the foundation for the AI revolution, making them compelling investment opportunities for the long term once the market pullback is over.]]></description><link>https://www.smartreversals.com/p/riding-the-ai-wave-key-stocks-to</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.smartreversals.com/p/riding-the-ai-wave-key-stocks-to</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[SmartReversals]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 21:34:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!E5oA!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F70e967d0-28c2-448d-a945-054592e4e1f4_1144x1080.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" 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While often viewed as separate disciplines, combining them can unlock a deeper understanding of market dynamics and significantly enhance your investment strategy. </strong></em></p><p>This guide explores how to effectively integrate fundamental and te&#8230;</p>
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   ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navigating Global Markets: A Technical Perspective]]></title><description><![CDATA[Analysis of International Indices: China, India, Germany, Japan, and Emerging Markets in General.]]></description><link>https://www.smartreversals.com/p/navigating-global-markets-a-technical</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.smartreversals.com/p/navigating-global-markets-a-technical</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[SmartReversals]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 16 Dec 2024 18:28:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!-9qb!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2F0b97ea82-4774-4c28-a3bf-f9a61904a81e_1136x1080.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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   ]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Charts for Everyone: NFLX - AMD - SHOP - LLY]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is the free publication of the week, follow for more!]]></description><link>https://www.smartreversals.com/p/charts-for-everyone-nflx-amd-shop</link><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.smartreversals.com/p/charts-for-everyone-nflx-amd-shop</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[SmartReversals]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 16:03:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!jreh!,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fc2e177a4-34ad-44c6-a7f4-36daea6f31da_1076x946.png" length="0" type="image/jpeg"/><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="captioned-image-container"><figure><a class="image-link image2 is-viewable-img" target="_blank" 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By studying historical price charts and identifying patterns, traders can anticipate future price movements and optimize their trading strategies. Technical indicators, such as moving averages, RSI, and MACD, provide valuable insights into mar&#8230;</strong></em></p>
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Technical analysis helps identify potential entry and exit points, as well as market trends. Fundamental analysis, on the other hand, focuses on a company's financial health, competitive advantage, and long-term growth prospects.</strong></em> </p><p>By integrating both perspectives, investors&#8230;</p>
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Due to their pivotal role in the digital age, semiconductor stocks can significantly impact the overall stock market.</strong></em></p><p>Here's why semiconductors are important for the stock market:</p>
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