Ahoy there, Trader! ⚓️
It’s Phil…
At the risk of sounding like a scratched CD (or whatever the Spotify kids call repetition), yes – I’m still bearish.
Some might say I’m stubborn.
I say I just know a pattern when I see one.
And while March was about as exciting as watching paint dry in slow motion on a frozen chart… April’s already teased a shift. Tuesday’s 0-DTE win added a bit of grease to the gears – finally. Movement. Profit. Action.
But I’m not celebrating yet.
My stance is clear: bullish above 5700, bearish below. Until we break out, I’m scanning for pulse bar setups, especially if price cracks below 5500 – that’s where things get spicy.
And with Friday’s NFP looming on the calendar, the market may be about to wake up and pick a direction.
I know which way I’m leaning.
Bear slippers are still on.
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Why April Could Be a Whole New Beast
Here’s the rundown:
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March = sideways snoozefest.
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April = already triggered a 0-DTE win.
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My trigger line for flipping bull remains 5700 – it’s the GEX flip, flag failure, and no-go zone.
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I’m watching for bearish pulse bars, ideally on:
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Morning setups
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Under 5500
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With volatility in play
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Should we crack those levels with strong momentum, I’ll look to compound into existing bear swings, leaning on the mechanical setups that’ve done the job before.
This week’s X-factor?
Friday’s Non-Farm Payroll report.
- Could be a nothing-burger.
- Could be the matchstick that lights the whole thing up.
Either way, I’ll be ready.
GEX Analysis Update
- A rare sight of bullish GEX at 5745 could act as resistance halting the push higher.
Expert Insights – Don’t Let Boredom Trade for You
One of the most common trader traps?
Forcing trades when the market isn’t doing anything.
Here’s how to avoid it:
✅ Patience is a position.
Waiting for clarity is a valid strategy.
I didn’t force anything through March – and I’m better for it.
✅ Setups still work – just less frequently.
Your system isn’t broken… the market was just asleep.
✅ The pros aren’t hunting trades every day – they’re waiting for the ones worth taking.
That’s how the SPX Income System works – clear triggers, no second-guessing.
Fun Fact – April: Historically Strong… Unless March Fails First
The month of April is historically one of the strongest for the S&P 500, averaging gains of 1.5% since 1950.
But guess what?
Most of that strength happens after a strong March.
When March is slow or bearish… April tends to flip the script.
So don’t be surprised if volatility roars back this week – just be ready.
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Happy trading,
Phil
Less Brain, More Gain
…and may your trades be smoother than a cashmere codpiece
p.s. March was a slog.
April could be a slingshot.
But only if you’re using a system that:
✅ Spots high-probability trades (like pulse bars)
✅ Defines risk in advance
✅ Works in real market conditions, not just ideal ones
- Join the Fast Forward Mentorship – trade live, twice a week, with me and the crew. PLUS Monthly on-demand 1-2-1’s
- Or watch the free training to see the SPX Income System in action.
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