[Red Envelope] The Soul of Short-Term Trading — How to Smoothly Master the Rhythm and Quickly Identify Clarity

Short-term trading is never a reckless game of blindly chasing gains and avoiding losses. Instead, it is a two-way pursuit of rhythm and recognition, an art form within probabilistic betting, and a philosophical practice of restraint and rationality. True short-term traders are not trapped by the ups and downs of intraday charts; they can accurately identify the target’s recognition level amid chaotic market conditions, hit the buy and sell rhythm precisely, and achieve both certainty in profits and inner calm—happy trading is never a celebration of quick money, but an understanding of choices, discipline, and growth through trading, bringing peace of mind. This week’s practical focus on 5 stocks serves as vivid lessons in rhythm control and recognition judgment. Every move hides the underlying logic of short-term trading. [Taogu Ba]

Aerospace Development: Focus on February 2nd's late trading, with a significant rally the next day leading to reduced holdings, and on February 4th, a continued surge prompting complete unsubscription.  

Western Materials: Focus on February 2nd's low buy-in, but the subsequent rally did not form a main upward structure, leading to full unsubscription.  

Junda Co.: Focus on February 3rd, and from February 4th, began to reduce holdings until completely out.  

GCL System Integration: Focus on February 5th, and after a rally on February 6th, sold all in batches.  

Julli Rigging: Focus on February 6th.  

The core of short-term trading is “recognition for targeting, rhythm for profit and loss.” Recognition is not guesswork but a comprehensive assessment of sector trends, stock position, and capital flow—an eye for “finding pearls in mud.” Rhythm is the precise control of buy and sell timing—“decisive entry, composed exit”—and both are indispensable. Without recognition, rhythm becomes blind following; without rhythm, recognition is just talk on paper. Only by combining both can one take the initiative in short-term battles.

This week’s practical trading revolves around the two major rotating sectors: Commercial Aerospace and Photovoltaics. Every operation is closely tied to recognition and rhythm, resulting in profits and accumulating practical experience in rhythm control. February 2nd was a key trading day, with positions in two commercial aerospace stocks, highlighting the importance of recognition filtering. Entering Aerospace Development at the close was based on its high recognition as a leading commercial aerospace stock. After touching a low of 27.18 yuan, it rebounded, forming a clear turning point (from the candlestick pattern, combined with the previous day’s consolidation and the first upward move of the 5-day moving average after sideways trading—this is crucial). Volume gently increased at the close, indicating capital inflow, and considering its leadership position in the sector, it was a decisive entry. The subsequent movement aligned with expectations: on February 4th, the stock surged but faced resistance; although it did not break previous highs, short-term profits had been reached, and signs of profit-taking appeared. So, a decisive exit was made, locking in gains and perfectly timing the “turning point entry, pressure exit.” The same stock was also watched at the start of the rise on December 24, 2025, and after a main upward wave, it was untracked. The difference this time was the absence of sector index resonance, making the sustainability different. Both times, entry at the turning point was not luck but a comprehensive consideration of rhythm, turning points, and recognition.

On the same day, low buy-in on Western Materials was based on its recognition related to the aerospace sector and its breakout pattern. The stock broke through a previous consolidation platform with a 6.64% increase (also the largest phase gain in the aerospace sector since January 22), with volume also expanding. The breakout seemed clear, but the next day’s movement was below expectations. It rose after opening but closed higher, which was passive rather than active. Although some gains were made, it prompted reflection: a high-recognition breakout from a platform does not necessarily lead to a main rise. Therefore, handling it as below expectations and not holding the stock was the right approach.

On February 3rd, I engaged in Junda Co., focusing on the strong trend recognition in the photovoltaic sector. The stock surged over 130% in the past three months, indicating a strong trend and being a core target in the sector. After opening at 107.57 yuan and stabilizing, it moved higher with obvious strength, prompting a decisive entry. However, the next day’s opening was not as expected (not a large gap up, just a moderate one), and the strong trend did not continue. Following the discipline of “exit when expectations are not met,” I reduced positions at the open and sold in stages during the rebound. Although it didn’t hit the daily limit-up continuously, the overall gains were preserved, confirming the trading philosophy: accept that “not every trade can be profitable,” learn to choose, avoid fighting battles or holding on stubbornly—this is the long-term way. After unsubscription, the stock fell sharply over the next two days, successfully avoiding the top.

On February 5th, I entered GCL System Integration, focusing on its recognition in space photovoltaics (on the day of major divergence in space PV, this stock had the strongest recognition, adhering to the principle of focusing on core divergence). Recently, space PV concepts attracted capital, and the stock rose 10.05% that day with significantly increased volume, indicating strong capital inflow. After breaking the sector divergence and crossing the intraday moving averages, I entered decisively. On February 6th, the stock continued to rise, reaching a high of 4.58 yuan, with high volume maintained. I sold at the high to lock in profits, again applying the rhythm of “hotspot recognition + profit-taking at peak.” (Note: the broader market was in a consolidation trend with no sector resonance.) On February 6th, I also engaged in Julli Rigging, based on its recognition in the commercial aerospace sector. Since 2026, it has gained over 120%, with continuous daily limit-ups and record highs, leading the sector in gains, with high attention from capital. Combining sector heat, I entered decisively and am currently holding. Future exit timing will depend on stock price movements to secure profits. So far, these two stocks remain among the most popular in the market, proving that once rhythm and recognition are right, popularity naturally follows.

Looking back at this week’s practical focus, the core of profit was accurately recognizing the two major rotating sectors and adhering to short-term trading discipline. Operations that fell short of expectations deepened our understanding: short-term trading is an art of regret, with no perfect operation (it’s impossible to always catch the main upward wave, but when it arrives, that’s the inevitable path), only steadfast discipline. The philosophy of trading lies in “accepting imperfection”: don’t be greedy when profitable, don’t panic when losing. Every operation, regardless of profit or loss, is an accumulation of growth.

I advocate happy trading—not blind optimism, but maintaining a calm mindset in trading, not letting gains and losses sway emotions. The essence of short-term trading is a probability game. What we can do is improve the probability of profits, uphold discipline, and avoid chasing “every trade must be profitable.” True happy trading involves recognition, rhythm control, acceptance of regrets, and gaining profits while also finding inner peace and growth through trading.

There are no shortcuts in short-term trading. Recognition needs continuous accumulation through practice, and rhythm must be constantly refined through reflection. The so-called soul of trading is simply “recognize pearls, hit the beat,” maintaining integrity amid greed and fear, and settling oneself through profits and losses. May every friend engaged in short-term trading master the rhythm, find the right recognition, and harvest profits and happiness in the stock market. Let trading become a calm practice rather than anxious internal conflict.

After emotional fluctuations settle, a main rise is imminent or will arrive soon. Once it does, it’s time for great gains. Let’s wait and welcome the upcoming main rise together! Let’s learn together!!!