Selling into strength vs Selling into weakness: what's the difference?
When you choose to exit dramatically changes the fill you get.
The short version
When you choose to exit dramatically changes the fill you get.
- Selling into strength: Exiting while price is rising and liquidity is present.
- Selling into weakness: Exiting while price is falling into a dump.
Side by side
| Dimension | Selling into strength | Selling into weakness |
|---|---|---|
| Fill quality | Better | Worse |
| Liquidity | Present | Often draining |
| Emotion | Disciplined | Panic |
| When it happens | Pre-planned | Reactive |
Which one should you care about?
Key idea — Sell into strength on a plan, not into weakness in a panic. The same position exits far better when buyers are still there.
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