Used to identify the major trend and significant support or resistance levels.

A sustained uptrend characterized by higher highs and higher lows. This is the most profitable stage for long positions.

The central thesis of Shannon's approach is that price action on a single chart can be misleading. By examining a security across multiple timeframes, traders gain a clearer picture of the primary trend and can use smaller timeframes for precise entries and risk management.

Used to fine-tune entry and exit points and manage risk with tight stop-losses. The Four Stages of Market Cycles