Trading Room RECAP 4.25.25

Posted on by April 25, 2025

Date: Friday, April 25, 2025
Session Theme: “Snaps n Traps” – A Capital Preservation Friday with Breakout Payoff

Market Narrative & Flow

PTGDavid opened the session with early caution, suggesting it might be “one of those dazed n confuzed” days. Initial analysis focused on a long-side lean off the 5495–5485 zone, where buyers were seen holding critical support. This zone aligned with multiple technical references noted by Blibby71, such as the overnight pullback low and prior AM high.

As the morning unfolded, bulls established early dominance with price respecting the support zones. David emphasized the importance of control and confirmation (C&C) above 5525, labeling it the “battle ground.” A slight dip followed (“Bulls slipping on the soap”), but bulls regained footing and pushed price higher, testing and ultimately breaking above 5520.

Key Developments

  • 11:34 AM: Declared the day as Capital Preservation Friday, indicating reduced volatility and fewer high-conviction setups.

  • 11:55 AM: The theme “Snaps n Traps” emerged, highlighting intraday volatility and the need for caution.

  • 12:00 PM–1:10 PM: Market broke out above 5520, fulfilling David’s pre-lunch call. “BOOM” moment confirmed a brilliant long-side strategy, hitting all targets on both ES and Crude Oil open range plays.

  • 1:20 PM: New upside targets in play, with the 5555–5565 zone highlighted.

  • 1:32 PM: Both range edges tagged — upper and lower — validating the trade plan.

  • 2:24 PM: Market formed perfect symmetrical swings, a technical pattern indicating balanced directional pressure.

  • 3:51 PM: A major late-session buy order of $2 billion on the Nasdaq sparked a “final jam” into the close.

  • 4:00 PM: Session closed near highs, a “solid showing for Da Bulls.”

Visuals & Media Shared

  • Multiple chart uploads illustrating zone reactions, symmetrical swings, and breakout validations.

  • Strategy and indicator references: D-LEVEL (DLMB), TTB Glossary.

  • Music: “Instrumental Metal No.9” to keep the energy flowing.

🎓 Trading Education Takeaway

  • Control & Confirmation (C&C): Always wait for price to prove control with volume and structure before entering breakout trades.

  • Respect Zones: Key price zones (prior highs/lows, VWAP, OR) offer high-probability entries when context supports them.

  • Plan Both Sides: Marking both upper and lower range edges allows traders to adapt, not predict.

  • Recognize Themes: Daily themes like “Snaps n Traps” help frame expectations and risk tolerance.

  • Don’t Overtrade Low-Edge Days: Capital preservation is a position too—be patient and wait for clarity.

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