#TradingStyle and when to use what

1. Scalping

💰What is it: Very short-term trading to profit from second/minute price movements.

💵 When to use it:

- in highly liquid markets (BTC, ETH, etc.)

- when spreads are tight and volatility is high

- if you are experienced, have fast reflexes, great execution tools and lots of time.

2. Day trading

💰What is it: Entering and exiting positions within the same day to avoid overnight risk.

💵 When to use it:

- highly volatile markets with intraday repeating patterns

- if you can dedicate a few hours everyday to watch the market

- when macro and micro news catalysts are scheduled and there are no sudden chaos.

3. Swing trading

💰What is it: Holding trades days to weeks to capture medium-term trends.

💵 When to use it:

- when market fluctuates in large range

- you want fewer trades but bigger moves, can only look at the chart once or twice a day

- in lower volatility setups.

4. Trend trading

💰What is it: Trading based on underlying trends and macro cycles in weeks to months.

💵 When to use it:

- during macro bull/bear markets or major shifts

- you don't want to deal with short-term noises and have minimal screen time.

5. Algorithmic trading

💰What is it: Using automated systems or bots to trade based on preset rules and strategies.

💵 When to use it:

- if you're technically skilled and want to eliminate fear/greed

- market conditions are repetitive or range-bound.

6. Event trading

💰What is it: Volatility trading around news that drives markets.

💵 When to use it:

- when major announcements, reports or data releases are about to happen

- you're aggressive traders who can feel the sentiment and act quickly

- you have access to real-time information.

Overall, it depends on your available time, risk tolerance, and experience to choose one or some styles that suit you best.