2025-12-31 01:25:42

Right now, to be honest, the market is a bit dull. If you're doing ultra-short-term trading, you might see some tiny gains every day, and your account looks pretty good. But from the underlying logic of the market, funds are continuously flowing out, and market liquidity is extremely poor.

What's the small problem? It’s that you don’t need much money at all for the market to be pushed around arbitrarily. In this environment, trading carries higher risks, so my current strategy is to stay cautious and observe. However, opportunities are still there—when some key levels are reached, it’s worth trying your luck.

For example, Ethereum’s recent movement: the lows are being pushed up, but the highs can’t break through, a typical consolidation pattern. I’ve positioned a short at around 3043, with a stop-loss set at 3080 (if you can tolerate more risk, you might relax it to around 3100). In the short term, consider reducing your position or exiting completely around 2910; if it falls below 2880, there’s still a chance to hold on.

The subsequent approach is simple: macro long-term bearish, rebounds are opportunities to short. The bear market is already in front of us, so don’t expect any miracles. Trading is about strategy, not emotions; whatever the market does, we follow along. Don’t think the market will cater to your wishes.

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BtcDailyResearcher

· 3h ago

Poor liquidity like this, short-term tiny profits really aren't worth it The short position at 3043 is set up, just waiting to see if it can drop to 2910. That's how a bear market repeats itself Having a good-looking account doesn't matter; a rotten underlying logic is the real problem With such obvious net capital outflows, still hoping for a miracle? Dream on Follow the market trend, don't get caught up in emotional tricks

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DogeBachelor

· 3h ago

Liquidity is so poor and you still want to make money, dream on. This wave really has been too dull, it feels like we're just napping with the market every day. Shorts at 3043, I’ve been thinking about it too, but I don’t dare to go all in. In a bear market, don’t think about turning things around; facing reality is the way to go. Boredom aside, there are still opportunities, it all depends on who has enough stability in their hands. In an environment of net capital outflows, small investors are really being pushed around at will, it’s too uncomfortable. I’m optimistic that ETH will drop further; only if it breaks 2880 does it count. Short-term tiny profits, might as well just sleep deeply instead. Consolidation patterns are indeed worth paying attention to, but I still prefer to keep some bullets. Don’t tell the market your wishes; the market won’t care about you.

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zkProofGremlin

· 3h ago

Poor liquidity has become so bad that even a small fund can flip the table with a single finger. I've been avoiding this period as much as possible. The 3043 short position is a good entry point, but be prepared for a potential rebound. There's no point in fantasizing about a bull market. Daily small profits are comfortable, but they don't lead to big trends. It's better to look at macro opportunities. Consolidation can quickly turn against you. If 2910 doesn't fall, I will stop trading this position. Honestly, with such poor liquidity, trading is purely gambling on the market maker's mood. Just follow the market with your strategy; don't expect the market to follow your script. With so many traps, I wonder if it's still worth adding positions. Be cautious, but the opportunity is really right here.

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ApeWithNoChain

· 3h ago

Poor liquidity has become so bad that even short-term knives are dull. Maybe we should wait a bit. Short position at 3043 looks appealing, betting on it breaking below 2880. The bear market is obvious; every rebound is a chance to short. Don't dream. The small profits in the account every day are not worth it; better to stay on the sidelines. This market is just a way to collect retail investors' IQ taxes.

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