Swing trading targets short- to medium-term price moves by holding positions for several days or weeks. Traders use technical analysis—like candlestick patterns, support/resistance zones, moving averages, RSI, MACD, and Fibonacci retracements—to time entries and exits . The core steps: identify a trending or range-bound stock, enter near a breakout or pullback, set a stop‑loss just beyond support or resistance, and aim for a defined profit target with favorable risk‑reward (often 1:2 or better) . Strict risk management—position sizing, tight stops, and partial profit-taking—is essential to preserve capital and enhance consistency.
