Module 25: Swing Trading
Key Takeaways
- Swing trades last days to weeks.
- It suits people with day jobs — less screen time required.
- Wider stops and patience are essential.
Multi-day trades
Swing trading captures the medium-term “swings” within a larger trend, holding positions for days to weeks. You analyse the daily and 4-hour charts, enter on pullbacks to key levels, and let winners run toward the next major level.
Position management
Because trades last longer, use wider stops (sized so risk stays at ~1%), and consider scaling out partial profits at targets while trailing your stop behind structure. Be prepared to hold through normal pullbacks without panicking, and account for overnight/weekend risk and swap fees.
Swing trading is often the most realistic style for beginners with jobs — check charts once or twice a day, set alerts, and avoid the stress of constant screen-watching.
Frequently Asked Questions
Often just 15–30 minutes a day to review charts and manage positions — ideal alongside a full-time job.