The Trade Plan 9 & 15 EMA

⭐ What Are EMAs?

An Exponential Moving Average (EMA) gives more weight to recent prices, making it more responsive than a simple moving average.

9-EMA = very fast, reacts quickly to price changes

15-EMA = slightly slower, smooths short-term noise

Together they help identify momentum shifts.

📈 How the 9/15 EMA Strategy Works
1. Buy Signal (Bullish Crossover)

You enter a long (buy) trade when:

➡ 9 EMA crosses above the 15 EMA

This suggests momentum is shifting upward and a new uptrend may be forming.

2. Sell Signal (Bearish Crossover)

You enter a short (sell) trade or exit long positions when:

➡ 9 EMA crosses below the 15 EMA

This suggests momentum is turning downward.

🔧 How Traders Typically Use It
Entry

Wait for a clear crossover.

Confirm with price closing on the same side of EMAs.

Some traders add confirmation using RSI, MACD, or support/resistance.

Exit

Several options:

Exit when the opposite crossover occurs.

Exit at predetermined risk-reward levels (e.g., 1:2).

Use trailing stop below/above EMAs.

👍 Strengths

Easy to follow

Good for fast-moving markets

Works well on trending markets

Minimal indicators needed

👎 Weaknesses

Whipsaws in sideways markets

Many false signals on very low timeframes

Works best with additional filters

🕒 Common Timeframes

Scalping: 1m, 5m

Day trading: 5m, 15m

Swing trading: 1H, 4H