Fibonacci extensions provide scientific price targets that often act as powerful reversal zones. Here’s a detailed look at how to use them effectively:
Extension Levels in Detail Common extension levels and their significance:
- 127.2% – First major extension target
- 161.8% – Golden ratio extension
- 261.8% – Strong trend target
- 423.6% – Extreme extension level
Setting Up Extension Trades:
- Entry Strategy
- Identify strong trend
- Wait for retracement
- Confirm trend resumption
- Enter with tight stop
- Target Selection
- Use nearest extension for quick trades
- Target 161.8% for swing trades
- Consider 261.8% in strong trends
- Scale out at multiple levels
Risk Management Guidelines:
- Risk maximum 1% per trade
- Use wider stops for higher targets
- Trail stops after reaching first target
- Adjust position size based on extension distance
Advanced Extension Concepts:
- Multiple extension projections
- Timeframe confluence
- Volume analysis at extensions
- Price action confirmation
Trade Management Rules:
- Partial Profit Taking
- Take 1/3 at 127.2%
- Take 1/3 at 161.8%
- Let remainder run to 261.8%
- Stop Management
- Initial stop below entry point
- Move to breakeven at first target
- Trail using previous swing points
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