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Evaluating Trend Lines in Trading Strategies

Apr 30, 2025

Trend Line Analysis by Tory Trades

Overview

  • Tory Trades discusses evaluating and rating trend lines.
  • Focus on identifying "A+" trend lines: those that are aesthetically pleasing and reliable.
  • Analysis based on different instruments: Crude Oil, Gold, Platinum, Silver, and Copper.

Key Points

Trend Line Basics

  • A+ Trend Line Requirements:
    • At least 3 touch points.
    • Ample data to support the trend.
  • Importance of avoiding unnecessary or unjustified trend lines.

Crude Oil Analysis

  • Current trade on a 5-minute time frame.
  • Example trade: Short position from a trend line break, but not an "A+" setup (lacks 3 touch points).

Gold Analysis

  • 5-minute time frame analysis.
  • Identified multiple 10/10 trend lines:
    • Three touch points and a substantial amount of data.
  • Example of a less ideal trend line due to only having two touch points.

Platinum Analysis

  • Critique of steep upward trend lines lacking clear point B, rated 2/10.
  • Suggestion to wait for clearer, more accurate setups.
  • Downward trend lines assessed:
    • Example of a 10/10 trend line with multiple touch points and respect by the price.

Silver Analysis

  • Initial analysis shows no clear point B, unattractive trend line.
  • Downward trend line rated 10/10 with four touch points.
  • Importance of patience in waiting for better setups.

Copper Analysis

  • Example of a high-grade trend line with four touch points that failed despite meeting criteria.
  • Discussion on adjustments and ratings for ongoing trend lines.
  • Importance of monitoring and adapting trend lines based on new data.

Conclusion

  • Importance of patience, discipline, and accurate analysis in trend line trading.
  • Encouragement to share and discuss different trend line setups in community.
  • Tory Trades’ trend line evaluations and ratings provide insights into effective trading strategies.