December Trading: Myths or Reality?

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diamondhandsHero Member
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#1Mar 29, 2021, 12:30 PM
So, what's the deal with December trading? I’ve heard from many traders that it’s risky to trade in December, especially in forex. They say it’s totally unbalanced which means more stop losses. I honestly think that’s just a myth. To me, the market's pretty much the same as any other month, just with some holiday vibes.
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the_seedFull Member
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#2Mar 31, 2021, 05:15 AM
The economy’s shaky right now, that's for sure. Personally, December has been really slow for me. I mean, there aren’t many trades to grab, and with the holidays, it feels more like a time to chill and reflect than to trade hard.
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shard_2013Full Member
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#3Mar 31, 2021, 11:33 AM
You can always trade long or short. No specific time should be a no-go zone for making money. But let’s be real, trading is risky. Most traders are losing while a select few are profiting. If you know your stuff, December can still work out for you but the risk is always there.
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0xLaserFull Member
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#4Apr 1, 2021, 09:12 PM
December's got its own vibe, ya know? Many traders just back off because of the festive season. Companies shut down, people cashing out to fund their holiday. It's tough to see any real growth, honestly. Forex might take a hit too since it doesn’t exactly mirror crypto and its seasonal patterns.
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kevin2015Member
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#5Apr 1, 2021, 09:20 PM
Christmas is here, so yeah, the market is likely to dip. Everyone’s out there buying gifts, which means selling off crypto. It’s kinda predictable at this point. Historically, we see a downtrend during this time every year. I’d suggest taking a step back from trading until things clear up.
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bull2009Senior Member
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#6Apr 2, 2021, 03:05 AM
In contrast, the bitcoin market has surprised a lot of people this December. While stocks are on their expected path, bitcoin isn’t following suit. It seems to be holding strong despite what the naysayers predicted.
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the_novaFull Member
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#7Apr 2, 2021, 04:33 AM
Honestly, December has turned out to be trickier than I thought. It’s just a risky time to trade, with economic instability affecting everything. For me, it’s smart to just avoid the market until the New Year rolls in.
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whale420Senior Member
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#8Apr 4, 2021, 02:40 PM
This month feels really weird, way less action compared to last month. Everyone’s in holiday mode, and I can’t shake this feeling we might see a price bump to around $96k before hitting another drop. I’ve been holding off on trades recently due to some market manipulations.
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nonce23Full Member
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#9Apr 4, 2021, 06:51 PM
December is just chaotic with all the holidays. The crypto market can swing wildly during this time. It's not a shocker, really. Experienced traders can still profit but it’s super risky. Sometimes, it’s better to just chill.
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im_falconNewbie
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#10Apr 4, 2021, 08:57 PM
When everybody’s saying December is tough to trade, there's usually some truth to it. Just a heads up not to get too cocky if you’ve scored some profits in the past. The market can turn on you fast, especially this time of year.
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#11Apr 5, 2021, 12:10 AM
I honestly don’t see December as any different from other months. It’s the last month, sure, and the holidays might disrupt liquidity, but looking at past bitcoin performance, it’s had decent gains during December too.
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0xRocketMember
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#12Apr 5, 2021, 01:30 AM
Forex is pretty stable, so I don’t expect wild fluctuations. We’ll just see slower movements as the month winds down with everyone taking their holidays. Low volatility is kinda standard for this period.
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0xHodlerMember
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#13Apr 5, 2021, 04:25 AM
Those sharp sells earlier this month managed to net some serious profits for traders. It’s a bit of a rollercoaster. Short-term traders can end up rekt, but it’s not like people aren’t making money. You just gotta adjust your strategy.
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mikeforkMember
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#14Apr 7, 2021, 05:57 AM
Feels like December punishes traders who don’t adapt. Fewer players mean slower reactions and more randomness. The rules are the same, just less forgiving.
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it5_lynxMember
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#15Apr 9, 2021, 08:04 AM
I wouldn’t call it just an assumption. It’s more of a caution drawn from experience. Some traders do well during December, but it all depends on the overall market vibes.
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#16Apr 9, 2021, 09:11 AM
I think December’s really no big deal if you’re smart about it. Sure, liquidity might drop, but you can still find opportunities if you know how to adjust.
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nick.orbitFull Member
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#17Apr 9, 2021, 11:51 AM
Honestly, it’s all speculation and market noise. December can be tough on budgets, so it makes sense for traders to pull back, especially if they’re new to the game.
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maxi100Newbie
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#18Apr 9, 2021, 02:32 PM
The market reactions in December can be pretty extreme, both FOMO and FUD. Understanding these vibes can help us deal with risk and manage our finances better.
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#19Apr 9, 2021, 08:22 PM
I’ve seen data showing December’s usually not worth the trouble with low liquidity and erratic price movements. If I trade, I stick to super cautious strategies. Better safe than sorry.
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#20Apr 10, 2021, 02:31 AM
Loved the insight from that graph! I thought year-end trading might boom, but the numbers don’t lie. Short-term trading seems riskier than usual, while long-term could still have chances.
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