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Market Turning Points - 2026


Trend Following Strategies and the Discipline to Ride Intermediate Rallies
Trend Following Strategies require discipline to capture intermediate rallies without falling into the trap of predicting tops and bottoms. At Market Turning Points, we teach how Trend Following Strategies combined with patience and structure help traders ride powerful market moves. Learn to spot intermediate rallies using price channels and moving average crossovers, maintaining the discipline to follow evidence rather than emotions.
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Jul 18, 20258 min read


Bull Market Cycle Timing: Why the Current Window Still Offers Big Upside
Intermediate rallies can offer powerful short-term gains even in bear markets—but only for those who approach them with discipline. This article explores how to use structure, cycles, price channels, and crossover signals to identify high-probability re-entry points without guessing tops or bottoms. Learn the key mindset shifts and techniques Steve teaches to capitalize on opportunity without falling into the trap of hope or fear.
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Jul 16, 20258 min read


The Trend Reversal Isn’t a Guess - It’s What Structure Has Been Forecasting for Weeks
Today’s market strength is no surprise for those following the structural roadmap. In this post, we break down how to identify a real trend reversal - before headlines confirm it. Learn why the most powerful reversals are already visible in the models and how disciplined entries using price channels and cycle alignment can change your market strategy. Don’t guess the top or bottom - follow the structure instead.
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Jul 14, 20257 min read


The Swing Trading Strategy That Waits for Structure, Not Headlines
Most traders get caught up in the noise of the market, but the smart ones wait for structure. This article dives into a swing trading strategy that follows cycle timing, price channels, and crossover signals to identify turning points. It's not about reacting to the latest news, but about recognizing patterns that repeat. Learn why discipline beats drama, and how you can trade with clarity instead of emotion.
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Jul 12, 20256 min read


Let Cycles and Channels Shape Smarter Swing Trading Strategies
Swing trading doesn’t have to be a guessing game. This article explores how price channels and cycle timing provide structure-based clarity to your trading decisions. By following disciplined entry and exit signals rooted in market rhythm—not emotion—you’ll avoid the traps of chasing headlines or reacting to noise. Learn to stay patient, act with confidence, and align your strategy with the true structure of the market.
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Jul 5, 20258 min read


Market Cycles Confirm: Staying with Bullish Trends Despite Imminent Short-Term Pullbacks
Market cycles reveal a powerful truth: underlying bullish trends often persist even when short-term pullbacks seem imminent. This comprehensive guide explores how to stay aligned with confirmed trends while navigating anticipated volatility. Learn the psychology of trend-following, how to differentiate market noise from genuine signals, and why structure-based analysis trumps emotional reactions.
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Jun 30, 202513 min read


Swing Trading Stocks by Watching, Not Guessing: A Structure-Based Approach
This article offers a clear, disciplined approach to swing trading stocks without guessing or relying on lagging indicators. It focuses on what actually matters: structure, cycles, and clarity. Learn to move away from emotional responses and towards a model that builds confidence through repeatable signals. Discover how to use tools like price channels, cycle counts, and crossover averages to interpret market rhythm and identify high-probability setups for consistent results
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Jun 28, 202510 min read


The Structure Remains Stock Market Bullish -- Don't Get Shaken Out
Short-term cycles may look extreme, but that doesn't mean a reversal is coming. With intermediate and long-term trends still rising, the market remains structurally bullish. This article shows why momentum peaks are often setups for dips—not exits. Learn how disciplined traders avoid emotional decisions, stick with the trend, and use key crossovers for smarter entries. Structure, not sentiment, leads the way.
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Jun 25, 20259 min read


Trend is King: Market Trend Analysis Guides Us Through Cycles, Not Geopolitical Calm
Uncover the core philosophy that guides successful market navigation: 'Trend is King.' This article reveals why market cycles and underlying trends are far more reliable indicators for price action than daily news headlines or geopolitical events. Learn to identify healthy pullbacks, cultivate patience and discipline in your trading, and apply real-world market trend analysis to capitalize on opportunities. Focus on the market's enduring structure to make strategic decisions
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Jun 24, 202512 min read


Timing Market vs Time in Market: Why Structure Tells You When to Act
Most investors are told to stay in the market no matter what. But structure offers a better way. Learn why timing the market—done right—is not about guessing tops and bottoms, but reading what the cycles and crossover averages reveal. This article explains the difference between reacting to time versus acting on structure.
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Jun 23, 20257 min read


Donchian Channel Strategy: Let Structure Lead as Cycles Weaken into Early July
Markets are entering a period of short-term weakness while long-term cycles remain strong. This article explores how the Donchian channel strategy, supported by crossover averages and cycle timing, helps traders stay patient and structured. Discover why avoiding emotional trades and respecting structural support can lead to better entries in early July.
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Jun 18, 20259 min read


Swing Trading vs Day Trading: Why Structure Beats Speed Every Time
Day trading may seem exciting, but swing trading built on cycle structure offers lasting success. This article explains why structure—not speed—creates the edge. Learn how cycle alignment, crossover setups, and discipline help traders stay grounded, avoid emotional trades, and position confidently. Discover how Market Turning Points helps you see beyond the noise.
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Jun 17, 20257 min read


Swing Trading Indicators: The Only Three That Matter for Timing and Clarity
Most swing traders overload their charts with too many tools. But Steve teaches simplicity: use only what gives clarity. This article breaks down the only three swing trading indicators that matter—price channels, cycle timing, and crossover averages—so you can stop guessing and start acting with precision. Discover how these tools work together to build discipline and confidence in every trade.
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Jun 14, 20257 min read


Geopolitical Risk Analysis: Why Markets React but Cycles Still Lead
Markets may flinch at geopolitical headlines like the Israel-Iran strike, but structure and cycles remain the true guideposts. This article explores how seasoned traders can stay grounded, using crossover averages and price channels to identify opportunity amid short-term chaos.
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Jun 13, 20256 min read


The Smarter Low Volatility Strategy: Let Structure Guide, Not Fear
When volatility shrinks, most traders get nervous—but structure tells a clearer story. In this post, we explore how low volatility environments often signal institutional accumulation and offer powerful setups if you know how to read them. Learn why crossover averages, layered stops, and structural rhythm matter more than fear, and how to stay in the move without getting shaken out.
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Jun 11, 20256 min read


Buying Protective Puts the Right Way: When Structure Says Stay, Not Sell
When markets dip, selling isn't always the smartest move. With the right strategy, you can stay long and still protect gains. This article explores when it makes sense to hold your positions using protective puts, collars, or hedging tools like SQQQ. We also explain why cycle structure and smart stop placement matter more than fear. It’s not about guessing tops—it’s about staying in control when volatility strikes.
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Jun 10, 20254 min read


The Truth About Stock Market Seasonality: Structure Leads, News Follows
Stock market seasonality offers valuable clues — but only when it aligns with structure. This article explores how disciplined traders use cycles, not headlines, to time the market and why June may set up the next leg higher only if structure confirms.
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Jun 3, 20256 min read


Swing Trading for Beginners: Why Structure Always Leads the Story
Most beginners chase trades based on headlines or emotion—but structure tells the story first. In this guide to swing trading for beginners, we show how cycles, price channels, and crossover averages give you the edge. Learn how to stop guessing and start responding with discipline, patience, and timing. This is how swing trading becomes sustainable.
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May 31, 20256 min read


The Smarter Buying the Dip Strategy: Let Structure Pull You Back In
Learn how to buy the dip the smart way by letting market structure guide your entries. Discover how intermediate rallies, cycle confirmation, and price channel strategies come together to create disciplined opportunities in volatile markets. Avoid emotional trades and lean into proven timing signals.
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May 29, 20256 min read


Spotting the Accumulation Phase Early: What Structure Tells Us Today
Is this rally the start of a true bottom — or just another trap? This article breaks down how to spot the accumulation phase before it’s obvious, using cycle turns, crossover confirmation, and institutional behavior. Learn why structure still matters more than price, and how to stay patient while others chase. A must-read for traders looking to time their moves with confidence and discipline.
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May 28, 20255 min read
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