Mastering Market Structure: The CTA Top-Down Analysis (D-H-M System)

by Professor Phi

In the Chart Traders Community, we apply a structured Top-Down Analysis to identify high-probability trade setups. This system, known as D-H-M (Daily → Hour → Minute), ensures that every trade aligns with the broader market structure while refining precision on lower timeframes.

Why Use Top-Down Analysis?

Markets move in fractal patterns, meaning price action on smaller timeframes reflects the same structural principles seen on larger ones. A trader who only focuses on short-term movements risks ignoring key trend dynamics. Our D-H-M approach ensures alignment between macro trends and micro trade executions.

The Process: D-H-M in Action

Step 1: Weekly & Monthly Overview

  • When? Every Sunday, we analyze the weekly and monthly charts to establish the dominant market trend and key support/resistance zones.
  • Why? These timeframes define major pivot points and trend cycles, offering a long-term perspective.
  • How?
    • Identify Elliott Wave patterns on the weekly chart.
    • Apply Phi-based Fibonacci levels to project possible reversals.
    • Assess price reactions at major institutional levels.

Step 2: Daily Analysis (D1)

  • When? Every morning before the London session.
  • Why? The daily chart sets the primary directional bias for trading decisions.
  • How?
    • Confirm the market’s position within the larger Elliott Wave cycle.
    • Define key support and resistance based on Phi retracement zones.
    • Identify any divergence between price and momentum indicators.

Step 3: Intraday Refinement (H4/H1)

  • When? Before entering a trade, we refine our setup using H4 and H1 timeframes.
  • Why? These charts help pinpoint liquidity zones and short-term structural shifts.
  • How?
    • Observe fractal wave development and reaction at Phi-based support/resistance.
    • Confirm trade setups with confluence from trendlines, Fibonacci, and volume analysis.

Step 4: Execution & Timing (M15/M5)

  • When? Before placing an order, we zoom into lower timeframes to fine-tune our entry.
  • Why? This prevents premature entries and allows for optimal stop placement.
  • How?
    • Look for price reactions at pre-identified key levels.
    • Check for final confirmations (candlestick patterns, liquidity sweeps, order flow).
    • Execute the trade only if conditions align perfectly with our higher timeframe analysis.

The Weekly Outlook & Market Positioning

Every Sunday evening, we release the Weekly Outlook Report, covering:

  • Key levels on the weekly and monthly charts.
  • Macro Elliott Wave counts to determine the market’s current wave position.
  • Projected price movements based on Phi Formula & Frac4tal energy cycles.

This process gives traders a clear roadmap for the week ahead, ensuring they trade only in high-probability market conditions.

Final Thoughts: No Noise, Just Wait

By following the CTA Top-Down Analysis (D-H-M System), traders avoid unnecessary noise and impulsive trades. We trade where the probability is highest—nothing more, nothing less.

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