{"id":201934,"date":"2025-02-04T08:45:14","date_gmt":"2025-02-04T13:45:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/uncategorized\/chart-advisor-know-your-levels-and-be-intentional\/"},"modified":"2025-02-05T10:42:56","modified_gmt":"2025-02-05T10:42:56","slug":"chart-advisor-know-your-levels-and-be-intentional","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.interactivebrokers.eu\/campus\/traders-insight\/securities\/macro\/chart-advisor-know-your-levels-and-be-intentional\/","title":{"rendered":"Chart Advisor: Know Your Levels and Be Intentional"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>By&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/links.investopedia.com\/u\/click?_t=36ba8fa8372241d58b3bfc06997a4332&amp;_m=148d1943c2f344a0ae2fbb6ae220fb8f&amp;_e=yY9eutgDfk_2rBgVAqXl2oEI3mG4ZKevS4D8ZVc8uH8L4pD4c1ruxXzomiV4hKtAT-gZ_w1PLxOuXrFYa7v2ULNpUdh0NwCMuINqq7bx53bQtpJpGk6lHhc4UiMXB4c2g0jHt_-dUQaGQQOaNit9msN5Ns3sclxn3A13mknTpCOSvQF1Lx1ms3HvKtznh4-_XRvSxOvMMNh0E_Ts_Y49lirqlcBMu4p7Oniv4v80UPM3e2vI9ZgT6H6y8hiXFZSLznFsgObvlX1Iye6_5_D4ThKG_zawjpBr26VuM8CUfVhBbKHtbsxGVJOcDwvjBOvgGU91_C59QGawOiK-yuarzAI24Ms2viEAncoOk7jRfvHPAMOhKTESa5D8HN4lFsGhiatxIHWggl7W8qCDfSgoUbVPQZcGYGKqMUxalTv3SiilWWnarFB6hT61J3uik0CiVewnC2WMosGOBrEB8IGTZSEmsr4obuIJj6jj4pidEew%3D\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Todd Stankiewicz CMT, CFP, ChFC<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1\/&nbsp;Don\u2019t Chase Past Performance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2\/&nbsp;Almost Textbook<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3\/&nbsp;Key Levels<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Investopedia is partnering with CMT Association on this newsletter. &nbsp;The contents of this newsletter are for informational and educational purposes only, however, and do not constitute investing advice. The guest authors, which may sell research to investors, and may trade or hold positions in securities mentioned herein do not represent the views of CMT Association or Investopedia. Please consult a financial advisor for investment recommendations and services.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1\">1\/<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Don\u2019t Chase Past Performance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1100\" height=\"613\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.interactivebrokers.com\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/02\/02041-1100x613.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-201939 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/02041-1100x613.png 1100w, https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/02041-700x390.png 700w, https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/02041-300x167.png 300w, https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/02041-768x428.png 768w, https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/02041-1536x856.png 1536w, https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/02041.png 1920w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1100px) 100vw, 1100px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1100px; aspect-ratio: 1100\/613;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Past performance is not indicative of future results<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The media has been buzzing with advice to shift savings into equities because recent returns have outpaced the risk-free rate. But if your reason for investing more in equities is the strong returns of the last two years, you may be walking into a trap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s the reality: Historically, after the&nbsp;<em>best<\/em>&nbsp;two-year market returns, the following year was lower 67% of the time. Meanwhile, after&nbsp;<em>bad<\/em>&nbsp;years, the market outperformed the average return 80% of the time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chasing returns based on past performance is likely a recipe for disappointment. Instead, focus on a forward-looking process to assess risk and reward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s a reason every investment disclaimer reads: Past performance is not indicative of future results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2\">2\/<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Almost Textbook<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1100\" height=\"521\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.interactivebrokers.com\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/02\/02042-1100x521.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-201938 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/02042-1100x521.png 1100w, https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/02042-700x331.png 700w, https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/02042-300x142.png 300w, https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/02042-768x364.png 768w, https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/02042-1536x727.png 1536w, https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/02042.png 1920w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1100px) 100vw, 1100px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1100px; aspect-ratio: 1100\/521;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Past performance is not indicative of future results<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The market never fails to keep things interesting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the past week, the S&amp;P 500 has been on a rollercoaster, and today\u2019s gap lower on tariff fears is a perfect example of how technical levels continue to play a crucial role. What was once a key support level has now flipped into resistance, and the index has some work to do if it\u2019s going to make a meaningful move higher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To regain momentum, the S&amp;P 500 needs to reclaim this level and, more importantly, close the last two gaps on the chart. Until that happens, any rally attempt faces an uphill battle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s particularly fascinating is how textbook this price action has been from a technical perspective. The way the index has respected support and resistance zones, reacted to gaps, and followed classic trading patterns makes for an intriguing case study in market behavior. It\u2019s a reminder that while headlines drive short-term moves, technicals still provide a valuable roadmap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For now, all eyes are on whether the S&amp;P 500 can break through this new resistance. If it does, it could set the stage for the next leg higher. If not, the downside risk remains very real.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Buckle up, this one is far from over.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3\">3\/<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Levels<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1100\" height=\"532\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.interactivebrokers.com\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/02\/02043-1100x532.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-201935 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/02043-1100x532.png 1100w, https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/02043-700x339.png 700w, https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/02043-300x145.png 300w, https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/02043-768x372.png 768w, https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/02043-1536x743.png 1536w, https:\/\/ibkrcampus.eu\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/02\/02043.png 1920w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1100px) 100vw, 1100px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1100px; aspect-ratio: 1100\/532;\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Past performance is not indicative of future results<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite a major gap down, the S&amp;P 500 is battling to hold its ground at the middle Bollinger Band (5,986.91). This level is often a critical support zone, and a close below it would shift focus to the lower Bollinger Band at 5,813.25. Holding this mid-line will be key in determining whether the market can stabilize or if further downside risk is in play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I prefer Bollinger Bands over traditional moving averages because they are more adaptive to price action. If you\u2019re relying solely on the 200-day moving average, you\u2019re looking at a much wider risk window, &nbsp;potential 380-point drop before hitting that level at 5,635. That\u2019s nearly 6% below the 6,000 mark, which may not be the most efficient way to manage risk in a fast-moving market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The bottom line? Know your levels and be intentional with risk management. Is your approach adaptive, or is it static? Markets evolve, and so should your strategy. And above all, don\u2019t get too caught up in the emotional swings of daily price action. The bigger picture still favors long-term trends over short-term noise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s see how the index responds in the coming sessions, this is a critical inflection point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Disclaimer: Advisory Services offered through Sykon Capital, LLC, a registered investment advisor with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.&nbsp;This material is intended for informational purposes only. It should not be construed as legal or tax advice and is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified attorney or tax advisor.&nbsp; The information contained in this presentation has been compiled from third party sources and is believed to be reliable as of the date of this report. Past performance is not indicative of future returns and diversification neither assures a profit nor guarantees against loss in a declining market. Investments involve risk and are not guaranteed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8212;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Originally posted 4th February 2025<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By&nbsp;Todd Stankiewicz CMT, CFP, ChFC 1\/&nbsp;Don\u2019t Chase Past Performance 2\/&nbsp;Almost Textbook 3\/&nbsp;Key Levels Investopedia is partnering with CMT Association on this newsletter. &nbsp;The contents of this newsletter are for informational and educational purposes only, however, and do not constitute investing advice. 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