Trading Strategies

1. HTF Downtrend

2. EMA Pullback

3. TDI Sharkfin

4. M15 2nd leg Impulse Entry was @ 91.220 SL was @ 91.570 (35 pips) Caught 200pips in 24 hours while taking partials along the way. "This indicator is not like a bicycle to ride but as a helicopter to fly. Practice!"

Many traders rely on automatic stop-loss or trailing stop systems—often included in Expert Advisors (EAs)—to manage their positions. But be careful: using trailing stops without proper chart analysis can lead to premature exits and lost profit potential.

❌ The Problem with Default Trailing Stop Behavior

Most EAs are designed to move the SL to break-even or trail it closely once the trade is in profit. However, they often do this without considering market structure.

For example, in a buy trade, the EA may trail the stop into a demand zone, which is typically a price area used for entries, not for exits. This is what we call the entry zone problem.

🧠 Reminder: A demand zone is where price is likely to reverse or bounce—placing your SL inside it defeats its purpose.

⚠️ Why This Is Risky