Copy Trading Master’s Winning Strategies Review — Episode 97

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1.Copy Trading Master’s Introduction

User Nickname: LBA4D57013

Trader’s Profile: https://www.lbank.com/copy-trading/lead-trader/LBA4D57013

Trading Style: Short-Term Swing Trading

2.Trade Operation Recap

Shorted $SOL with 25x leverage. Entry price: 152.88 USDT, closing price: 146.64 USDT. Single trade ROE: +102.04%. See image below:

3.Trade Review

3.1 Market Background

1) In the past 48 hours leading up to June 15, 2025, tensions in the Middle East have sharply escalated, with large-scale mutual strikes between Israel and Iran. Since Israel’s airstrike on Iran’s nuclear facilities early on the 13th, Iran has swiftly retaliated, launching nearly 200 missiles at Israel, resulting in at least four deaths and over 200 injuries. In response, Israel carried out multiple strikes on Iran’s critical energy and military infrastructure, killing over 100 people, including senior Iranian military officers and nuclear scientists.

On the evening of the 14th, Iran launched missile attacks on Haifa in northern Israel and on Israeli military headquarters, causing fires. The Israeli military retaliated by striking Tehran, Isfahan, and Bushehr — including military residential buildings and the South Pars gas field. Several refineries across Iran exploded or caught fire. Analysts believe this is the most severe attack on Iran’s energy infrastructure since the Iran-Iraq war of the 1980s.

Iran claimed it shot down an Israeli F-35 fighter jet and captured the pilot, warning that if the US, UK, or France supported Israel, their overseas bases and naval vessels would become targets. The sixth round of US-Iran nuclear talks has been canceled, with Iran’s foreign ministry declaring that dialogue is “meaningless” until Israel halts its aggression.

On the 14th, Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump held a rare phone call to discuss the crisis. Putin offered to mediate the Israel-Iran conflict, and Trump stated the hostilities must end swiftly.

Experts warn that this is the most dangerous moment in the Middle East since the 2023 Israel-Palestine conflict and may mark the beginning of a new energy war. On Friday, US crude oil futures briefly surged by 14%, closing at $73 per barrel.

2) As of June 17, 2025, despite media reports that Iran is conditionally willing to resume nuclear negotiations, the Israel-Iran conflict continues to escalate rapidly. On June 16, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announced that the Israeli military “has control over the skies of Tehran” and urged civilians in Tehran to evacuate, warning that even more intense strikes were imminent. On the same day, Iran’s Revolutionary Guard vowed to prepare for a prolonged war and threatened the largest missile attack in history using a new generation of missiles.

On the afternoon of the 16th, massive explosions were heard in western Tehran, triggering the activation of air defense systems. The Israeli military stated it would focus on striking Tehran’s military infrastructure. Shortly after, Iran issued a counter-evacuation warning to Tel Aviv and, for the fourth consecutive night, launched missiles at Israel, hitting Haifa and the Upper Galilee region. Iran declared that “Operation True Promise 3” had entered its ninth round, combining drone and missile attacks until dawn.

Israel responded by bombing Iran’s national television headquarters, oil refineries, and broadcast facilities, claiming these sites were being used by the Iranian military for wartime operations. Israel also issued prior evacuation warnings for civilians. Iran accused Israel of attacking hospitals and medical facilities, calling it a war crime.

The U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Nimitz canceled its scheduled visit to Vietnam and diverted to the Middle East. The U.S. has also mobilized numerous refueling aircraft to Europe in preparation for further contingencies. Meanwhile, Pakistan has announced the closure of several border crossings with Iran.

According to American media, Israel had allegedly smuggled drones and munitions into Iran months in advance and organized ground teams to sabotage Iran’s air defense systems in preparation for the current wave of F-35 airstrikes.

Despite the ongoing warfare, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) announced on June 16 that radiation levels near the Natanz and Isfahan nuclear facilities remain normal and pose no threat to the environment. At Russia’s request, the IAEA Board of Governors convened an emergency meeting to discuss the Israeli military’s attacks on regulated nuclear sites.

The Middle East is now facing its most severe crisis since 2023, with the direction of the conflict drawing intense global concern.

3.2 Trade Analysis

From June 11 to 13, the crypto market experienced a significant pullback due to multiple factors. Among them, SOL reversed sharply after rebounding to a key resistance level, briefly breaking below the previous structural low. The market then saw a short-term rebound. In the early hours of June 17, SOL once again faced resistance near the upper boundary and pulled back, with the turning point closely aligning with the descending trendline that began in late May. The overall structure remains bearish, with no effective reversal signals in the short term.

On the afternoon of June 17, the broader market showed signs of weakness. As SOL approached a key inflection resistance zone, minor reversal signals appeared. A short position was initiated at this level, with part of the stop-loss set near the recent structural high, and another part set at the upper turning point to manage potential risk. Trading context illustrated below:

Subsequently, SOL’s price continued to decline, accelerating downward on the evening of June 17. However, the rebound the following day was relatively weak, suggesting a bearish continuation pattern. As a result, the short position was held. On the night of June 18, SOL dipped again but failed to extend the decline after the FOMC meeting. Instead, it rebounded moderately, reclaiming the $145 level.

From the 1-hour chart perspective, a bullish engulfing candlestick pattern formed in this region, indicating strengthening short-term bullish momentum. At this level, the risk-reward ratio of maintaining the position became less favorable, leading to a decision to close the position and secure the existing profit.

3.3 Winning Strategies Summary

Master Candlesticks, Ride the Swings: How to Use Candlestick Structures for Effective Swing Trading

In the high-volatility world of crypto markets, many traders chase “indicator signals” or “market sentiment,” while overlooking one of the most insightful trading languages — candlestick structure. Candlesticks are more than just visual representations of price; they are concentrated reflections of market rhythm and the psychological battle between bulls and bears.

1) Why Candlestick Structures Are the Foundation of Swing Trading

Compared to lagging indicators and unpredictable sentiment, candlestick structures offer:

• Real-time feedback: Each candlestick reflects the immediate power struggle between buyers and sellers.
• Multi-timeframe adaptability: They can be applied across 1H, 4H, daily, or any timeframe to suit different trading rhythms.
• Structural clarity: Ideal for identifying reversals, continuations, breakouts, and consolidation phases — the core of market logic.

The essence of swing trading is to capitalize on phase-based price extensions within clear structures — and candlestick patterns are the starting point for identifying those setups.

2) Three Core Types of Candlestick Structures

A. Reversal Patterns (Top/Bottom Signals)

Examples: Morning Star, Engulfing Pattern, Inverted Hammer, Dark Cloud Cover

• When to use: At the end of a trend or at structural extremes
• Key strategy: Combine with volume and key support/resistance levels to validate signals
• Caution: Wait for confirmation — avoid jumping in too early

B. Continuation Patterns (Trend Relay Signals)

Examples: Flag, Wedge, Triangle, Bullish/Bearish Staircase Candles

• When to use: In the middle of trending moves
• Key strategy: Enter after the pattern completes, ride with the trend
• Caution: Beware of fake breakouts; avoid premature entries within the pattern

C. Breakout Patterns (Explosive Signals)

Examples: Range Breakouts, Large Bullish Candle with Volume, T-line Breaks

• When to use: After consolidation phases or at critical breakout zones
• Key strategy: Focus on pullback entries after a “confirmation candle” appears
• Caution: Be patient — wait for a true breakout, don’t anticipate too early

3) The Execution Model of Candlestick-Based Swing Trading

4) Managing Trading Rhythm Through Candlestick Structure

Successful swing trading relies heavily on understanding candlestick rhythm:

• Identifying rhythm shifts: For example, a series of small real bodies followed by a large bullish candle often signals a potential entry point.
• Waiting for structural development: In a consolidation range, it’s better to enter late than to anticipate prematurely.
• Focus on candlestick combinations rather than single candles: Patterns like bullish engulfing, three consecutive bearish candles, or a false breakout followed by a strong recovery provide more reliable signals than single candlesticks.
• Multi-timeframe alignment: A 1-hour signal, confirmed by the 4-hour chart, with the daily timeframe offering the macro trend, provides a solid trading basis.

Example: If SOL breaks below a key structural low on the 4-hour chart with three consecutive bearish candles, and a bullish engulfing candle with strong volume appears on the 1-hour chart near a previous resistance zone, a trader could consider a counter-trend short. Set the stop-loss slightly above the high of the engulfing candle, and place the take-profit target around the previous low or near the Fibonacci 1.272 extension level.

5) Top 5 Misconceptions to Avoid in Structural Trading

• Relying solely on patterns without context: Candlestick patterns lose significance if they occur outside of key zones.
• Overemphasizing low-timeframe signals: 1-minute candlesticks are not suitable for swing trading strategies.
• Ignoring volume confirmation: Reversals without volume are often traps (bull/bear traps).
• Subjective pattern recognition: Lack of standardized rules leads to inconsistent execution.
• Entering trades before structure completion: Premature entries before convergence or breakout often result in frequent stop-outs.

6) Conclusion: Structure Is the Path, Candlesticks Are the Language

Swing trading is not driven by gut feelings — it is powered by structure, rhythm, and systematic candlestick analysis.

A single candlestick can deceive you, a group of candlesticks can guide you, a complete structure can elevate you.

A truly skilled swing trader can dissect complex candlestick flows, identify structural beginnings, map out target zones, and control both pace and position sizing — ultimately achieving small losses, big wins, and long-term compounding growth.

Mastering candlestick structure means mastering the emotional boundaries and rhythm of the market — a fundamental skill every crypto trader must deeply cultivate.

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