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MNQ

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Trade idea

MNQ scalping

The speaker mentions selling MNQs and having bids in, indicating a short-term scalping strategy. The discussion around the NASDAQ's performance and the speaker's positive scalp suggests a focus on short-term price movements. The trade idea is based on the speaker's actions and the market context provided.

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Strategyscalping
Assetindex
Time horizonShort-term
Entry / triggerMarket price above the bid
Target / exitImmediate profit from short-term price movements
Invalidation / stopMarket price drops below the bid
SpeakerTom
Risks
  • Market volatility
  • Liquidity issues
  • Unexpected price movements
shortindexshortscalpingMNQshort-term
medium confidenceVerify in video at 57:47 ↗
Trade idea

MNQ pairs trade

A pairs trade is executed by selling one MNQ and buying two M2K. This trade is based on the relative weakness of the Russell compared to the MNQ. The trade is considered risky but offers an 80% reduction in risk. The trade is an example of basis arb or basis trade.

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Strategypairs trade
Assetfutures
Time horizonshort-term
Entry / triggerMNQ is up 160, Russell is weak compared to MNQ
Target / exit80% reduction in risk
Invalidation / stopMarket conditions change significantly
SpeakerDog ate AI
Risks
  • Market volatility
  • Change in relative performance of the indices
sellfuturespairs tradeMNQshort-term
high confidenceVerify in video at 18:34 ↗
Q&A

Can you give us some keys to where do I start scalping futures?

The speaker recommends starting with micro futures contracts like MEES and MNQ due to their liquidity and lower capital requirements. They emphasize starting small, using one contract, and staying with it until comfortable. The speaker also highlights the importance of understanding tick and handle sizes for these contracts.

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Actionable takeawayStart with micro futures contracts like MEES and MNQ, understand tick and handle sizes, and practice with one contract until comfortable.
scalpingMEESMNQfutures trading
high confidenceVerify in video at 1:14:48 ↗
Q&A

When do the MNQ versus MES pairs trade?

The speaker states that the timing of pairs trades depends on the current market conditions and the notional balance between the instruments. They mention that the ratio of MES to MNQ can vary, and in the current market, a ratio of two and a half MES to one MNQ is suggested. However, the speaker also notes that the exact timing and ratio should be determined based on the specific market situation.

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Actionable takeawayPairs trading ratios should be adjusted based on current market conditions and notional balance.
MESMNQMarket Outlookpairs trading
high confidenceVerify in video at 39:58 ↗