#美国非农就业数据未达市场预期 $ZEC

Hey guys, don’t rush in so quickly. The contract trading isn’t something you can make money from by reckless actions. Let me explain a few things.

Looking at the full-screen candlestick charts and returns, there’s actually just one core concept — spot trading with leverage.

Where’s the problem? Both profits and losses are amplified at the same time. When you’re making money, it feels great; when you’re losing, you do so without hesitation. Once you enter a trade without understanding, you’re just paying tuition to the exchange.

Let’s first talk about something most people tend to overlook — funding rates.

During positive funding periods, longs are paying shorts every day. Are you still chasing the rally at this time? That’s basically the last step before the trend reverses. Conversely, in negative funding periods, shorts are paying longs, but the market often hasn’t fully developed yet. Don’t think about bottom-fishing just because the funding rate is negative; this is actually a higher risk time.

Speaking of leverage, never max it out right away.

Leverage is like a magnifying glass — when you win, every bit of profit is amplified; when you lose, it’s the same. For beginners, 3x to 5x leverage is enough, really. Anything above 10x isn’t about how brave you are; it tests your discipline and execution. Most people simply can’t handle the psychological pressure.

Over the years, my contract trading strategy has always been straightforward.

First, understand the big trend. If you’re not aligned on the daily chart, no matter how accurate your short-term predictions are, they’re useless. Once the trend is clear, start waiting for a pullback — don’t chase the tail of the market.

If the current level looks uncomfortable, I’d rather let the market pass me by than force myself in.

Once a position is opened, stop-loss orders must be placed in advance — this isn’t optional, it’s mandatory. When losses hit the limit, cut the position decisively — no emotional attachment.

Don’t be greedy when making profits either. A profit of around ten points is enough; putting the money in your pocket is more important than anything.

Another point not to ignore is the proportion of each single position.

Using 30% of your total funds for one trade is already quite aggressive. Never risk your entire net worth on a single candle. Contract trading isn’t about one big turnaround; it’s about surviving long enough to accumulate wins gradually.

Honestly, the market produces opportunities every day, but if your capital is all gone, even the best opportunities won’t matter to you.

All my experiences and pitfalls are laid out here. The light has been shown for you — whether to take this path is ultimately up to you.

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