Copy Trading Master’s Winning Strategies Review — Episode 87

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1. Copy Trading Master’s Introduction

User Nickname: Ray

Trader’s Profile: https://www.lbank.com/copy-trading/lead-trader/LBA3D77497

Trading Style: Short-Term Swing Trading

2. Trade Operation Recap

Went long on $SOL with 25x Leverage — Entry Price: 99.5 USDT, Exit Price: 118.38 USDT. Single Trade ROE: +474.38%. See picture below:

3. Trade Review

3.1 Market Background

1) On April 3, 2025, U.S. President Trump declared a national emergency and signed two executive orders to impose a 10% “minimum benchmark tariff,” effective from April 5 on all countries. Countries with the largest trade deficits with the U.S. will be subject to higher “reciprocal tariffs,” starting from April 9.

According to data released by the White House, tariffs imposed on certain countries reach as high as 50%. Among them, EU goods will be taxed at 20%, Japan at 24%, South Korea at 25%, India at 26%, Thailand at 36%, Vietnam at 46%, Cambodia at 49%, and Lesotho in South Africa at the highest rate of 50%. Goods from Canada and Mexico that comply with the USMCA agreement will remain exempt. Specific goods such as steel, aluminum, automobiles, gold bars, and semiconductors are not subject to the “reciprocal tariffs.”

In addition, Trump announced a 25% tariff on imported automobiles starting April 3, stating that the move aims to strengthen U.S. competitiveness and national security.

Following the announcement, the markets experienced sharp volatility. U.S. stock futures plunged after-hours, with Nasdaq futures dropping more than 4% at one point. The euro briefly rose more than 1% before pulling back. Bitcoin surged to $88,000 before giving up its gains. Spot gold fell initially then rebounded, hitting a new daily high of $3,140. U.S. Treasury yields rose then fell, with the 10-year yield briefly approaching 4.11%.

2) On April 4, 2025, China swiftly responded to the latest U.S. tariff measures by announcing a 34% tariff on all U.S. imports, set to take effect next Thursday. This move is a direct countermeasure following Trump’s announcement of new tariffs on exports from China and other countries.

In addition to the across-the-board tariffs, China’s Ministry of Commerce added 11 U.S. companies to its “Unreliable Entity List,” restricting their business and investment activities in China; imposed an export license system for seven key rare earth elements; and launched dual trade investigations into U.S.-made medical imaging equipment. China also suspended imports of agricultural products from multiple U.S. companies and initiated an antitrust investigation against DuPont.

Chinese authorities stated that the U.S. tariff actions “severely violate international rules and constitute unilateral bullying,” and confirmed that China has filed a complaint with the WTO. The Ministry of Finance emphasized that China will not back down in the trade war.

Analysts noted that China’s rapid and multi-pronged response reflects greater preparedness for a trade conflict. At the same time, Beijing stressed its efforts to shift exports to alternative markets to ease pressure.

Trump responded on social media, stating that “China played the wrong card,” and reaffirmed that tariffs help protect American manufacturing and national security.

The escalation of U.S.-China trade tensions led to sharp volatility in U.S. equity futures, with the S&P 500 dropping 2.5%. Whether the two sides will resume dialogue remains uncertain.

3.2 Trade Analysis

Due to the impact of the tariff policy, the crypto market experienced a one-sided downtrend from April 2 to 7. BTC retraced from $88,000 to around $74,500, approaching a key support level. A break below this level could signal the end of the current uptrend. Meanwhile, SOL has pulled back to near its 200-day moving average on the weekly chart. If it holds, this may present a long opportunity with a favorable risk-reward ratio. Trading context as shown in the chart:

1) On the 1-hour timeframe, SOL rebounded after touching $95. The current price remains relatively low, and this movement can be viewed as a potential bullish reversal pattern. A long position can be considered during a minor pullback, with a stop-loss placed below the bullish candlestick of the rebound.

2) Subsequently, SOL rebounded but faced resistance and pulled back at the $113 level. At this point, it is important to monitor for a potential second test of this resistance.

3) On the evening of April 8, the broader market declined again, with BTC falling back near its previous low, ETH breaking below the $1,400 mark, and SOL hitting a low of $101. From a technical perspective, a clear bullish divergence emerged between price and indicators. SOL then gradually formed higher lows, with the price stabilizing and rebounding toward the resistance zone around $120. Given the selling pressure at this level, half of the position was closed, and the stop-loss for the remaining position was moved up to near the key support level to control risk and lock in partial profits. See chart below:

3.3 Winning Strategies Summary

How to Identify Entry Timing on the Left Side: Strategies for Capturing Potential Reversals

Left-side trading refers to a strategy where traders attempt to anticipate market turning points and enter positions before a clear trend reversal is confirmed. Compared to right-side trading, which follows the established trend, left-side entry offers higher profit potential but also comes with greater uncertainty and risk. Mastering the logic and strategy behind left-side entries is a valuable skill for traders who excel in strategic positioning and high-probability setups.

1) Basic Concept of Left-Side Trading

Left-side trading typically occurs at the end of a prolonged unidirectional move. Traders rely on factors such as “overbought/oversold conditions,” “divergences,” and “key support/resistance zones” to pre-position for a potential reversal.

Key characteristics:

• High risk-reward ratio: When timed correctly, left-side entries often secure highly favorable entry prices.
• Higher failure rate: Due to strong trend inertia, turning points can be hard to confirm, increasing the risk of premature entries.
• High skill requirement: Requires solid technical analysis skills, strong market intuition, and disciplined risk management.

2) Key Signals for Identifying Left-Side Entries

1. Extreme Sentiment Release

Toward the end of a trend, panic selling or irrational buying can push market sentiment to extremes:

• Large-volume long candlesticks reflecting emotional climax;
• Widespread consensus on social and mainstream media (e.g. overly bearish or bullish commentary);
• Signs of exhaustion such as “can’t drop further” or “can’t rise anymore,” with declining volatility.

2. Multi-Timeframe Divergences

Momentum indicators diverging from price suggest a weakening trend:

• RSI bullish/bearish divergence: Price hits a new low/high while RSI does not;
• MACD divergence: DIF and DEA diverge from price direction;
• Divergences near key support/resistance levels are more reliable.

3. Validation of Key Support/Resistance

Left-side trades often rely on the expectation that “price can’t drop/rise further”:

• Historical high-volume price zones, Fibonacci retracement levels (0.618/0.786);
• Previous significant lows/highs;
• Key support levels tested multiple times without breaking may serve as early entry points.

4. Volume and Candlestick Patterns

Structural shifts often accompany tops and bottoms:

• Volume spikes followed by contraction signal emotional release;
• Candlestick patterns such as hammers, engulfing formations, or doji indicate potential reversals;
• Frequent long wicks within the day suggest increasing appetite for bottom-fishing or profit-taking.

3) Common Technical Tools Used in Left-Side Trading

1. Bollinger Band Extremes

• When price breaks below the lower band (or above the upper band) with expanding volume, it may indicate a volatility climax;
• Multiple lower band breaches without new lows can signal a possible reversal.

2. Fibonacci Extensions & Retracements

• Near the end of a trend, Fibonacci extensions (1.272, 1.618) can help identify emotional extremes;
• Example: Price drops to the 1.618 extension with declining volume, signaling a potential bottom.

3. VWAP / Moving Average Inflection Points

• When price significantly deviates from the VWAP or long-term moving averages (e.g. 60-day, 120-day), there is a strong tendency for mean reversion;
• A flattening or narrowing of the EMA slope may indicate a potential trend reversal.

4) Practical Framework for Left-Side Trading

1. Scale-in Entries + Clear Exit Plan

• Use a strategy like “probe entry → confirmation → scale-in,” avoiding full-size positions too early;
• Set stop-loss levels for each batch to keep overall risk controlled.

2. Multiple Signal Confirmation

• Avoid relying on a single indicator, wait for at least 2–3 conditions to align;
• Example: RSI bullish divergence + volume-supported reversal candle + bounce from support.

3. Multi-Timeframe Confluence

• When a reversal appears on a lower timeframe, check if higher timeframes support the move;
• For instance, a bottom formation on the 1H chart gains credibility if the 4H or daily chart stops making new lows.

5) Key Risk Management Tips for Left-Side Trading

1. Position Sizing and Predefined Stop-Loss

• Assume that initial entries may fail — use smaller positions with high reward potential;
• Place stop-loss orders just below key technical levels to avoid large losses.

2. Avoid Blind Bottom-Fishing or Top-Picking

• Do not rush to call a reversal before the trend is clearly weakening;
• Focus more on confirmed setups than pure predictions.

3. Separate Long/Short Plans to Minimize Emotional Interference

• Stick to clearly defined trade plans and targets — avoid frequent repositioning driven by emotional swings;
• Stay calm and be cautious of false breakouts or “one more drop” traps.

6) Conclusion

Left-side trading is a high-risk, high-reward strategy best suited for traders with strong technical analysis skills and strict risk management discipline. In practice, it requires a comprehensive assessment combining market sentiment, price structure, and technical indicators. To successfully position ahead of potential reversals, traders must remain cautious, scale in gradually, and manage position sizes effectively — only then can they capture better entry points and maximize potential returns.

Note: Personal opinion, for reference only. Opportunities and risks abound, always do your research before investing.

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