Left or Right-side Trading: Which Approach Do You Prefer for Tesla?

Left-side trading refers to entering the market early, predicting changes before a trend is confirmed. Right-side trading, on the other hand, waits for the trend to be confirmed before making a move.

This phenomenon often occurs in the stock market.

For example, $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ recently dropped to $217, with public sentiment claiming it was worthless and everyone waiting for it to go below $200. However, two days ago, Tesla rebounded to $270, and people started buying again.

This situation is driven by the characteristics of left-side and right-side trading.

Left-side traders possess the contrarian ability to buy the dip before a trend is established. However, many people, especially beginners, are unable to predict market changes in advance and may struggle with the psychological pressure of catching falling knives.

Therefore, right-side traders prefer to wait for market stability and buy Tesla after it has bottomed out.

Tesla is also a typical stock suited for trend trading.

In the first three months of this year, Tesla has already experienced a 40% drop and correction. This decline was influenced by CTA selling, but these factors will soon turn into support for a strong rally in Tesla at the end of March. The CTA buying drove Tesla's strong rise, and it even surpassed the resistance at $285.

Some say the next few trading days are likely to see a Gamma Squeeze effect, with $285 potentially not being the end of this rally.

How do you view?

Which approach do you take for trading Tesla or other stocks?

What type of investor are you?

# Left or Right-side Trading: Which Approach Do You Prefer?

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  • Shyon
    ·2025-03-26
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    When trading Tesla $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ or other stocks, I adopt a mixed approach that combines both left-side and right-side trading, depending on the market trend. 

    During a downtrend, I prefer to be a left-side trader, identifying potential bottoms before the broader market recognizes them. This requires a contrarian mindset and the ability to endure short-term volatility, as catching a falling knife is never easy. However, I believe that when a stock like Tesla experiences excessive pessimism and irrational selling, it often presents an opportunity for long-term gains. By entering early, I position myself ahead of the crowd, capitalizing on the eventual recovery once selling pressure fades.

    On the other hand, during an uptrend, I shift towards right-side trading, waiting for confirmation before making additional moves. Momentum plays a crucial role in stock movements, and once a stock establishes a bullish trend, it tends to attract more institutional and retail interest. Instead of chasing uncertain bottoms, I let the trend validate itself and then ride the wave upward. In Tesla's case, if it surpasses key resistance levels and shows sustained strength, I might add to my position or hold for further gains. This approach helps me avoid unnecessary risks while maximizing returns during strong rallies.

    Currently, Tesla has already corrected significantly in the first quarter, and the conditions are aligning for a potential rebound. The impact of CTA buying, along with the possibility of a Gamma Squeeze, suggests that the stock could continue rising past $285. While I took a left-side approach during the decline, I now recognize that momentum has shifted, and I will adjust accordingly. As an investor, my strategy is flexible—combining contrarian entries in bearish phases with trend-following in bullish ones—to optimize my returns while managing risks effectively.

    @Tiger_comments  @TigerStars  @TigerGPT  @Daily_Discussion  

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  • icycrystal
    ·2025-03-27
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    @HelenJanet @GoodLife99 @SPACE ROCKET @TigerGPT @LMSunshine @koolgal @Shyon @Aqa @SPACE ROCKET @TigerGPT @rL

    Left-side trading refers to entering the market early, predicting changes before a trend is confirmed. Right-side trading, on the other hand, waits for the trend to be confirmed before making a move.

    This phenomenon often occurs in the stock market.

    Some say the next few trading days are likely to see a Gamma Squeeze effect, with $285 potentially not being the end of this rally.

    How do you view?

    Which approach do you take for trading Tesla or other stocks?

    What type of investor are you?

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  • Tiger_comments
    ·2025-03-31
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      thank you [Smile] [Smile] [Smile]
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  • DiAngel
    ·2025-03-27
    我不交易或投资Telsa。


    但我是新加坡市场的长期投资者。没有人能够预测股票的趋势。对我来说,一旦有钱“烧”,我就直接进去“征服”。当然,我会做我的TA,然后在我问我的股票价格之前,我会做我的每单位成本。有时,下跌趋势价格运动如此之快,以至于我没有足够的时间退出我的队列。我会像熊猫🐼🐼一样结束。[Happy][LOL][Chuckle].这就是上个月发生在我身上的$Mapletree Ind Tr(ME8U.SI)$。现金和amp的黑眼睛先生们。但现在我笑到了最后😂🤭[Chuckle][Grin][LOL][Happy]去银行。


    无论如何,这个月还没有新加坡股票狩猎,因为我的思想仍然漂浮后,2周的假期和参加慈善答谢晚宴昨晚。
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  • MHh
    ·2025-03-27
    我是右側交易者。例如,香港市場在過去4年裏一直在下跌。在這個市場中,我不會成爲左側交易者,因爲低點可能會變得更低,我不想接住一把落下的刀。因此,我更喜歡等待趨勢逆轉後再入場,或者在有反彈跡象時入場。對於美國股票和SREITS,我更喜歡在達到目標價格時入場,因爲我傾向於長期投資這些股票。然而,我可能會在財報季轉向左側交易者。如果我希望公司能夠達到或超過預期,我可能會嘗試搶在反彈之前。這是有風險的,所以它必須是我相信長期前景的股票,並且進場價格必須合理。
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  • Aqa
    ·2025-03-27
    Left or Right-side trading depending on the technical analysis and macroeconomics at time of investment. Capital preservation and risk management is key. It is most important to Invest in stocks that we know and understand. $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ is suitable for trend trading. Remember to always do due diligence before each trade. Thanks @Tiger_comments @icycrystal
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  • MilkTeaBro
    ·2025-03-27
    I am an investor on the left side transaction. I normally continue to add positions when the stock keeps falling under his fair value. I normally don't chase high if I buy a stock then it starts jumping.
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  • Mrzorro
    ·2025-03-27
    我不确定我是左侧交易者还是右侧交易者。我想我是站在自己这边的。当我发现股票的价格或时机适合我时,我就会买入,否则我就会等待机会。只有在我觉得舒服的时候才交易。
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  • 1PC
    ·2025-03-26
    I have done 3 positions with Left trading & IF the Right trading realized, then its HUAT AH 💰. If it doesn't realize, then DIE La [LOL] [LOL] [LOL]. This 2 weeks will know whether it's a Hero or Zero [Facepalm] [Facepalm] [Facepalm] @Jes86188 @Barcode @Shyon @新美股神 @Aqa
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  • MojoStellar
    ·2025-03-26
    投资者类型:
    我更像是一个风险管理趋势追随者,更喜欢在一定程度确认的情况下进行交易,尤其是像特斯拉这样波动较大的股票。我通常会避免试图选择确切的底部或顶部,除非我有强有力的技术或基本面理由这样做。
    然而,根据市场环境或特定股票,我可能会有选择地对我认为被低估或超卖的股票使用逆向方法,但我通常会等待更多市场复苏的信号,然后再投入大量资金。
    最终,特斯拉的价格走势似乎更符合动量交易者和期权交易者,他们依靠波动性茁壮成长。右侧交易策略可能会因其较低的风险而让我更加放心,但对于那些愿意承担更多风险并拥有阅读早期市场信号技能的人来说,左侧交易提供了巨大的上涨潜力。
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  • MojoStellar
    ·2025-03-26
    Left-side & right-side trading is a classic example of how traders & investors handle risk & market psychology. Both approaches hav their merits & canbe effective in different market conditions. Here's howIviewthem:
    Left-Side Trading:
    • Approach: Left-side trading involves entering e market before a trend is confirmed, oftenbuying when a stock is experiencing a dip or downturn, anticipating a reversal before the majority of emarket catches on. Thisrequires a high level ofconviction & ability to withstand psychologicalpressure, as catching "falling knives" can result in significant losses if e trend continues downward.
    • Advantages: e potential for large profits if e reversal happens & you're in early. This strategy often appeals to more contrarian investors who believe e market overreacts.
    • Risks: It can be very risky, especially for beginners, timing the market perfectly is incredibly difficult. Additionally, entering 2 early can lead to bigger losses if e stock continues to decline.
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  • ECLC
    ·2025-03-27
    Started with left-side trading and go with it using available vouchers. Later on, think safer with right-side trading and mostly stick with it.
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  • SPACE ROCKET
    ·2025-03-27
    逼空反弹或死猫反弹可能发生。反弹可能不会很大,也不会持续很长时间。不确定,但看看怎么做。
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  • ELI_59
    ·2025-03-26
    I have no preference on either left side or right side. Only will be on my side if i feel right in buying Tesla
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  • Success88
    ·2025-03-27
    I anyside also can as long as can earn money
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  • Liang888
    ·2025-03-27
    Both sides also important to minimize risk
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  • blinky
    ·2025-03-26
    Great analysis
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  • Hengky_
    ·2025-03-27

    Great article, would you like to share it?

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