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Scalping SPY with the 1-Minute MACD Strategy

r/DaytradingstocksScalping (1-min)by reddit_community

SPY scalping with 1-min MACD crossovers. VWAP filter: longs above, shorts below. Enter on histogram zero-cross. 3-8 min holds. Best on volatile days.

ENTRY RULES

SPY only — above VWAP = longs only, below VWAP = shorts only | MACD histogram crosses zero line | Enter on first confirmation bar after crossover | Volume must be above 20-period average

EXIT RULES

Take profit at $0.30-$0.50 per share | Stop loss at $0.15-$0.20 per share | Exit if MACD histogram shows divergence | Close position if trade goes sideways for 5+ minutes

INDICATORS

MACDVWAPVolumeHistogram

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Scalping SPY with the 1-Minute MACD Strategy

SPY scalping strategy using 1-minute MACD crossovers combined with VWAP as a directional filter. Only take long trades above VWAP and short trades below. Wait for MACD histogram to cross zero line, enter on the first green (long) or red (short) bar. Typical hold time 3-8 minutes. Works best during high-volatility sessions (FOMC days, earnings). Need $25K+ for PDT. Average 8-12 trades per day.

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