🔥 Quick Overview
Today, I'm sharing my swing trading strategy for April 2025. Using price action, economic calendar analysis, and risk management, I'll show you how I plan my entries to target gains while limiting losses.
- 🎯 Market Context
April has started on a tense note for financial markets.
Investors are keeping a close eye on US inflation data, while the ECB remains cautious.
The Fed is staying hawkish on inflation: any strong statement could further boost the dollar.
Geopolitical tensions in Asia are slightly affecting commodities.
BTC is trying to hold above the $65,000 mark.
I’m staying cautious but opportunistic with pairs like EUR/USD, XAU/USD, and BTC/USD.
- 📈 Technical Analysis
Example: EUR/USD
Trend: Bearish on the daily chart
Key Zone: Resistance at 1.0880, support at 1.0720
Indicators: Pure price action (market structure, candlesticks)
Scenario: Short if a clear rejection occurs at 1.0880 with H4 confirmation
Chart: (insert your TradingView chart screenshot here)
- 🧠 Fundamental Analysis
Here are the key events for the week:
Wednesday: US Inflation (CPI) – Major impact on USD
Thursday: ECB Decision – Possible volatility on EUR
Friday: Consumer Sentiment (Michigan)
I expect a strong reaction around the CPI report. If inflation rises, the dollar might strengthen → potential EUR/USD short.
- 📌 My Trading Plan
EUR/USD
Potential Entry: 1.0875 (after clear rejection)
Stop Loss: 1.0910
Take Profit: 1.0780
Risk/Reward: ~1:3
I prefer to enter after the news, never right before. I always wait for a visual confirmation (rejection + broken structure).
- ✍️ Conclusion & Reflection
This month, I’m mainly focusing on patience. Too often, I jumped into trades without proper confirmation.
Now, I have a golden rule: "No clear structure = no entry."
I recommend staying disciplined, following your plan, and most importantly: don’t trade out of revenge against the market.
Thanks for reading! Would you like me to post my weekly swing trading plans? Leave a comment, it’s always motivating!