any trade a strategy around gappers?

[qxr1011]

But in my experience, it seems that the percentage of successful traders seems to be higher with the stock trading guys that with those that try to trade futures.

does not matter what one trades, what matters is how

Nowadays, when I see people on youtube etc who appear to be making money, it seems as though all of them are trading the same stocks (gappers, medium to high stock price, high volume stocks etc) and basically using the same strategies (breakouts)

forget youtube,

why ?

because "appear" is the right word

that's why:

I can't seem to replicate their success.

Would be cool to hear from people who can maybe help me out and share their situation

go to the mirror,

see the guy there?

he is the only one who can help you and who will share the situation,

good luck to both of you

 

[theapprentice]

This dudes pretty amazing too, although trades very small size. I'm gonna see if I can get a hold of him

He ALSO traded the same stocks as me today. Just better, lol

(He also has nothing to sell and also provides proof and i've seen him trade live, so he doesn't just 'appear' to be good )

 

[lawrence-lugar]

when I see people on youtube etc who appear to be making money,
it seems as though all of them are trading the same stocks (gappers, medium to high stock price, high volume stocks etc) and basically using the same strategies (breakouts)

I'm wondering if any people here trade like that?
Are you profitable?
How long for?

Follow/study Japanese traders CIS and BNF instead...they trade the broad market index only daily,
Replicate their strategy and general way of thinking,

These guys make everyone else seem like peanut salesmen,
There's not much info on them online though,

Daily revolutions are much more rewarding then swing trading,
Higher revolutions are much more intense...it's like a Formula 1 race car and a street Porsche 911...completely different beasts,

 

[comagnum]

Gaps can be the ultimate buy or sell signal once you know what to look for. For most skilled traders gaps are the bread & butter trades. On equities, gaps are usually earnings driven, with large volume many make strong moves in the gap direction for weeks to months. There are things to learn about gaps before diving in. Your best bet is subscribing to the on-line "Technical Analysis of Stocks & Commodities' - I think it costs $5 per month. You can search the current & older articles published in their magazine about gaps - they have some great articles on gaps that will give you a good base to work from.

 

[murray t turtle]

Gaps can be the ultimate buy or sell signal once you know what to look for. For most skilled traders gaps are the bread & butter trades. On equities, gaps are usually earnings driven, with large volume many make strong moves in the gap direction for weeks to months. There are things to learn about gaps before diving in. Your best bet is subscribing to the on-line "Technical Analysis of Stocks & Commodities' - I think it costs $5 per month. You can search the current & older articles published in their magazine about gaps - they have some great articles on gaps that will give you a good base to work from.

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Most gaps are helpful;
unless it gaps against the expected earnings trend LOL

 

[ironchef]

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Most gaps are helpful;
unless it gaps against the expected earnings trend LOL

Yes.

i.e., GOOGL.

 

[ironchef]

%%
Most gaps are helpful;
unless it gaps against the expected earnings trend LOL

Do you trade prior or after the gap?

 

[ironchef]

Gaps can be the ultimate buy or sell signal once you know what to look for. For most skilled traders gaps are the bread & butter trades. On equities, gaps are usually earnings driven, with large volume many make strong moves in the gap direction for weeks to months. There are things to learn about gaps before diving in. Your best bet is subscribing to the on-line "Technical Analysis of Stocks & Commodities' - I think it costs $5 per month. You can search the current & older articles published in their magazine about gaps - they have some great articles on gaps that will give you a good base to work from.

Same question for you sir: Do skill traders trade prior to or after the gap?

Thanks.

 

[comagnum]

Do skill traders trade prior to or after the gap?

Since we are talking about trading gaps the assumption is a trader is looking for an entry when a gap appears, at least that's how I see it. At least that's how I see it.

 

[Hooter]

this guy has a smooth style and good risk mgmt: