Core Concepts

Momentum

The strength and speed of a price movement

Momentum measures how strongly and quickly price is moving in a direction. Strong momentum suggests the move will continue, while weakening momentum warns of potential reversal or consolidation.

How to Recognize

  • Large candles in the trend direction
  • Increasing volume with price movement
  • Momentum indicators (RSI, MACD) confirming
  • Little resistance to price movement

How to Avoid

  • Don't fight strong momentum
  • Wait for momentum to fade before counter-trend
  • Use momentum indicators as confirmation
  • Weakening momentum warns of reversal