Find the the trend pratical examples

We will look at examples of trends. These come in three forms: upward, downward and sideways. When looking at trends, however, time frame tends to take on a greater level of importance, so in each asset example, we will look at trend activity from specific time perspectives and make note of those time intervals used.

Uptrend Examples

Typically, “uptrends” are defined as price activity that shows a seriesof higher price highs along with a series of higher price lows. In these cases, highs and lows can also be referred to as support (price lows) and resistance (price highs). Here is an example of an uptrend in the price of oil, with each price interval showing a span of 4 hours:

Next, we will show an example of an uptrend in the EUR/USD, also using a 4 hour chart:

Finally, using a stock market example,we will look at an uptrend in the S&P 500, this time from a daily perspective:

So, when looking for uptrends, the main point to remember is that they can be seen on any time frame or in any asset class. The most important requirement is that higher highs in price are visible along with higher lows.

Downtrend Examples

Alternatively, “downtrends” are defined as price activity that shows a series of lower price highs (resistance) along with a series of lower price lows (support). Here is an example of an uptrend in the price of oil, shown on a daily chart (each price interval is equal to 1 day):

Next, an example of a downtrend in the USD/JPY currency pair, using a 4 hour time frame:

Last, we see an example of a downtrend in stocks - with an hourly chart of the Nikkei 225 index:

In each of these cases, traders should be looking to identify the general trajectory that prices are following.