ES Trade Plan & Analysis - Jan 6, 2025
- st360llc
- Jan 6
- 2 min read
Yearly Overview
The One Time Frame Up (OTFU) analysis remains consistent with previous review.
ES entered 2025 within its projected range, situated above the 2024 Value Area.
Market dynamics suggest a balanced condition for the year 2025.
Buyers' Interests: Buyers are expected to defend the 5800-5815 level, aiming for unfilled GAP and All-Time Highs.
Sellers' Interests: Sellers are looking to push ES into the 2024 Value Area (5815–5148).
Technical traders note a potential Head & Shoulders pattern, often seen as a precursor to breakdowns. However, seasoned traders recognize that widely observed patterns are prone to market manipulation and should approach with caution.
Monthly Perspective:
The monthly trend reflects a balanced condition.
January 2025 - ES started within the lower distribution range of December 2024, marking the conclusion of a four-month uptrend.
Buyers successfully defended the 5882-5865 support zone, a critical area bolstered by significant purchasing momentum.
Short sellers were once again caught off guard.
Weekly Snapshot
Last week exhibited One Time Frame Down (OTFD) behavior.
The week began with a gap down during the ETH/London session, driven by liquidation pressures. However, election-day rally support held firm
ES is trading in balance condition through the latter part of the week.
The 5865-5880 zone remains a focal point where buyers consistently fend off selling pressure.
Daily Plan
ES currently trades within a 4-day balance, oscillating between 5965 and 6000.
Bullish Case:
A breakout above 6000 could set targets at 6015 and 6030-6034, with resistance anticipated around 6041 and 6050.
Buyers aim to fill the unclosed gap between 6055-6063.
Bearish Case:
Sellers must maintain control below 5965, eyeing initial targets at 5918 and 5895.
However, caution is advised as buyers are expected to provide significant support at 5870-5880. Sellers should be prepared for counter-pressure in this zone.


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