Joshua Martinez
Futures Trading Expert
Joshua Martinez is a futures trading expert at Traders Agency, known for his Tunnel Trader and Destination Trader strategies.
Waiting for the Short-Term Direction
Good morning, Daily Direction readers! We’re keeping a close eye on the markets right now, as volatility has increased across the board. But it doesn’t mean the futures market isn’t full of opportunities. I’m now analyzing light crude oil futures (CL). While the long-term trend is upward, the short-term trend may be in the direction of a … The post Waiting for the Short-Term Direction appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.
The Easiest Way to Manage Risk
Hello, Daily Direction readers! We’ve reached Friday, which means it’s time to wrap up another trading week, unwind over the weekend, and prepare to start all over again on Monday! One of the best ways to prepare for the trading week is to go over some of the key facts that support my methodology. The … The post The Easiest Way to Manage Risk appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.
Has the Roller Coaster Market Thrown You for a Loop?
Hello, Daily Direction readers! The market has thrown us a few curveballs over the last few weeks. It’s been one crazy roller coaster ride after another. But that doesn’t mean we’re out of options in our trading setup! We always look for opportunities no matter how weird the market gets. Today, we’re looking at the E-Mini Russell … The post Has the Roller Coaster Market Thrown You for a Loop? appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.
How to Understand the Futures Marketplace
Hello, Daily Direction readers! We’ve reached the middle of the trading week! It’s time to step back, look at where we’ve been and where we’re going over the next couple of days. To do that, we need to discuss some of the fundamentals of the futures market. Futures are just that: contracts for buying and … The post How to Understand the Futures Marketplace appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.
The Latest Outlook for Gold Futures
Good morning, Daily Direction readers! For today’s edition, we’re watching Gold Futures (GC) for opportunities to make profitable trades. GC is making higher highs and higher lows as it moves within an up channel. We’re waiting for the market to break a counter trendline and push bullish into the buy zone. Once that happens, we’ll look at our … The post The Latest Outlook for Gold Futures appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.
Prepare Your Charts for the Coming Week
Good Morning, Traders! Today, I want to teach you what indicators and setups I use when preparing my charts. I know it can get a bit confusing when dealing with all the data for trading, so I wanted to pause for one moment and give you some solid info that can help you become a better … The post Prepare Your Charts for the Coming Week appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.
Taking the First Step toward Trading the Right Way
Happy Friday, Daily Direction readers! We’re nearing the end of another week, so it’s time to focus on a key part of my trading technique that can help you improve your futures trading skills. One of the most common questions I get from students when I teach is, “How do I locate the best futures broker?” … The post Taking the First Step toward Trading the Right Way appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.
The Importance of Timeframe Charts
Good morning, Traders! It’s Thursday, and that means it’s time for an in-depth look into a critical part of my trading strategy. Today, I’m going to give you a crash course in candlesticks and tick values so you can learn more about how I use my charts to find trading opportunities in the futures markets. I … The post The Importance of Timeframe Charts appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.
Are Oil Prices Setting up for Another Shift?
Good morning, Daily Direction readers! We’re watching the markets closely right now, as volatility has increased in many sectors. But that doesn’t mean were lacking opportunities within the futures market! Right now, I have my eye on light crude oil futures (CL). While the long-term direction is up, I’m hoping that the short-term direction turns down. While that … The post Are Oil Prices Setting up for Another Shift? appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.
Don’t Get Left behind When a Trade Develops
Good Morning, Traders! You’ll see several crucial indicators down the right-hand column if you’re following along with my Daily Direction newsletter. These simple symbols provide a brief overview of how our highlighted futures market is performing for the day. The goal of Daily Direction is to give you the information you need to make winning … The post Don’t Get Left behind When a Trade Develops appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.
Understanding the Ups and Downs of the Market
Good morning, Traders! Today, I’m going to give you a crash course in candlesticks and tick values so you can learn more about how I use my charts to find trading opportunities in the futures markets. I often get questions from traders about how my timeframe charts work. More specifically, they want to know how to read … The post Understanding the Ups and Downs of the Market appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.
Ready for a Friday Strategy Review?
Good morning, Traders! Today is another glorious Friday, which means it’s time to close down another week of trading, unwind over the weekend, and prepare to resume our trading on Monday! Going over some of the main facts that support my strategy is one of the greatest ways to prepare for the trading week. The … The post Ready for a Friday Strategy Review? appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.
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