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Elliott Wave analysis and trading strategies for global indices [Video]

The article provides an in-depth Elliott Wave analysis of major global indices, including the S&P 500, NASDAQ 100, DAX 40, FTSE 100, and ASX 200. It highlights that these markets are in the latter stages of their Impulse Wave 1, with potential opportunities emerging for buying the dip once corrections occur. The DAX 40 and FTSE 100 offer the clearest wave counts, serving as reference points for other indices. Key financial events such as US earnings reports, unemployment claims, and political speeches are also covered, as they may influence market sentiment. The document includes a comprehensive breakdown of wave structures for each index, strategic insights for traders, and expert analysis from Peter Mathers of TradingLounge.

Elliott Wave analysis overview

  • S&P 500 (SPX): Wave 1 of (1).

  • NASDAQ 100 (NDX): Wave iii) of 1 of (1).

  • DAX 40 (DAX): Wave iii) of 1.

  • FTSE 100 UKX (UK100): Wave iii) of 1.

  • S&P/ASX 200 (XJO): Wave iii) of 1.

Key financial events to watch

  • US Earnings Season: Monitoring corporate earnings reports to gauge sectoral performance and market sentiment.

  • US Unemployment Claims: A pivotal economic indicator with significant implications for monetary policy and market volatility.

  • President Trump's Address: Potentially market-moving statements regarding economic policies and regulatory developments.

Video chapters for in-depth analysis

  • 00:00 S&P 500 (SPX) Comprehensive Elliott Wave Breakdown.

  • 04:17 NASDAQ 100 (NDX) Structural Wave Analysis.

  • 06:45 DAX 40 (DAX) Market Trends and Projections.

  • 11:22 FTSE 100 UKX (UK100) Technical Outlook.

  • 17:20 S&P/ASX 200 (XJO) Trading Approaches.

  • 25:10 Concluding Insights and Future Projections.

About the analyst

Peter Mathers - TradingLounge Peter Mathers is a distinguished authority in Elliott Wave analysis, offering actionable market insights and sophisticated trading strategies tailored to evolving market conditions.

Source: TradingLounge.com

Author

Peter Mathers

Peter Mathers

TradingLounge

Peter Mathers started actively trading in 1982. He began his career at Hoei and Shoin, a Japanese futures trading company.

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