Only other thing I can think of is FOMO pump. So nobody says anything but those playing the games, rely purely on the retail psyche without having to say a word.
So, if you create an atmosphere where it appears there could be a leaky ship or something like this, given that’s what many start assuming if there are sudden huge buys. People then panic thinking it is on, and start buying into it in a classic FOMO. Not a word is said other than us talking amongst ourselves. So the price goes up 3 or 4 pips, then those wanting big profits sell into the buying frenzy. Retail buy at the high.
This is the only other thing I can think of. Other than big accumulation of course.
We are cannon fodder. Games, moves and counter moves. Thank goodness I am already holding what I want till the endgame and I’m not a trader!
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