A green candle tells you that the last traded price rose. It does not tell you who bought, how deep the market was, or whether the move can last. A useful market review begins by putting the price in context.
Start with the timeframe
An hourly move and a six-month trend answer different questions. Decide which timeframe your research concerns before comparing charts. Record the date and source of every observation so that later readers can judge its relevance.
Look at participation
Volume describes trading activity, but reported volume alone does not establish liquidity. Spreads, order-book depth, and the venues contributing to a move can matter. Market capitalisation is price multiplied by circulating supply; it is not the amount of cash invested in an asset.
Separate the catalyst from the narrative
An upgrade, governance decision, or supply change can be documented. Claims about how the market will react remain interpretations. Read primary announcements and distinguish what has happened from what is expected.
Build more than one scenario
Describe what would support your view and what would challenge it. A good research note can be revised when evidence changes. This guide is an educational framework, not a current market forecast.
For educational purposes. Views should be assessed against their evidence and publication date.
