First time trading FSLR
This was my very first time trading FSLR (First Solar) and honestly, I was a bit nervous going in.
I spotted what looked like a decent setup forming after a sharp drop. The price was hovering around the $122.24 level, and it looked like momentum was starting to build for a bounce. I bought in and told myself I’d let it play out.
But of course… easier said than done.
The entry & exit
Here’s the basic trade breakdown:
- Bought: around $122.24
- Sold: around $123.23
- Trade Duration: 1 day, 2 hours
- Gain: +0.81%
At first, I felt good locking in green—especially on my first trade with First Solar Stock (FSLR). But deep down, I knew I didn’t stick to the plan.
I sold early. Not because the setup changed, or because there was bad price action—just because I got uncomfortable.
Why I sold too soon
Watching the 15-minute chart too closely made everything feel way more volatile than it really was. A few red candles showed up, and my brain went straight to: “Get out while you’re ahead.”
It was fear. No big technical reason—just pure emotional noise, I was busy at the time and watching the chart was not helping.
I convinced myself I was “securing profits”… but here’s what happened next.
What I missed
Roughly 2 hours and 45 minutes after I sold, FSLR climbed another 2.16%—without any real pullback.
Had I held on a little longer, I could’ve walked away with a 3%+ trade. Instead, I settled for 0.81%.
It’s not about being greedy—it’s about trusting the original setup and not letting nerves override the plan.
Key takeaways
This wasn’t a bad trade. In fact, I’m happy it was green. But I learned a lot more than what my P&L shows:
- Stick to your plan — don’t let minor red candles shake you out.
- Zoom out — 15-min candles can mess with your head.
- Let winners run — especially when the trade is moving in your direction.
- Confidence comes with reps — this was just trade #1 on FSLR.
Final thoughts
Trading isn’t just technical—it’s emotional. This FSLR trade showed me that. The setup was fine. The result was okay. But the psychology? That’s where the real work is.
That’s what Brew Trades is about for me—tracking trades, sipping tea, and being honest about the wins and the losses.
More lessons to come.