| Timeframe | Role | Example | |-----------|------|---------| | (e.g., Weekly) | Determine trend direction and key support/resistance | Bullish above 200-week MA | | Trading (e.g., Daily) | Identify setups, patterns, and zones of value | Bull flag on daily chart | | Lower (e.g., 1-hour or 15-min) | Fine-tune entries, manage stops, spot early weakness | Pullback to rising 20-period EMA |

Shannon’s approach emphasizes that no single chart provides the full picture. Instead, he advocates for a layered analysis across multiple periods to align signals and manage risk. Market Cycles : Shannon breaks market movement into four distinct stages: Stage 1: Accumulation