Using the currency strength indicator to reveal sentiment on MT5 indices
You don't have to have a futures account to trade US indices - they are all available on MT5 which is a multi asset platform. And in this part of the US futures trading session Anna explains how to use the currency strength indicator in combination with the index to reveal market sentiment using the proxy currency pair.
https://youtu.be/_tqY0GWYNtk
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Introduction to Ninja Trader platform and market access issues
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The speaker discusses an issue accessing their trading platform with Ninja Trader, explaining that the GGW wouldn't allow access. They mention efforts to set up different platforms, including Ninja Trader and TradeStation, within a short time. However, they clarify that trading these particular markets through Forex brokers on MT4 and MT5 platforms is not possible.
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Synthetic market versions and US 100 Nasdaq equivalence
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The platform offers a synthetic version of either the cash market or the futures market, specifically the U.S. 100, which corresponds to the Nasdaq....
Average true range and the power of the volatility indicator
The volatility indicator works in all timeframes and instruments, and here we see it on the 30-minute chart for the GC gold futures contract.
https://youtu.be/zk_zhpHzWmA
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Introduction to volatility indicator on gold
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The speaker begins by clearing the screen and inviting any questions before transitioning to discuss gold. They highlight a recent significant movement in gold prices and introduce the volatility indicator, emphasizing its simplicity and effectiveness. The speaker plans to demonstrate its power using two examples, starting with the thirty-minute timeframe.
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Using volatility trigger to manage positions
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The speaker explains their strategy of closing out most of a profitable position when a volatility trigger occurs, regardless of the time frame. They emphasize the importance of taking some profit off the table to avoid the uncertainty following the indicator, which is based on average true range and triggers in real time.
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Volatility signals insider participation
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The speaker explains that when price action moves outside the average true range, it...
Trade futures using Renko and time charts on NinjaTrader
Using renko charts in combination with time-based charts is a terrific way to trade futures. This blends the advantages of a time-based chart and the application of the volume price analysis methodology with using a non time-based chart such as renko which not only reveals momentum but also smoothes the price action. Finally, using them in multiple timeframes makes this approach even more powerful.
https://youtu.be/t14k-qi7i54
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Overview of Renko and volume analysis
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The speaker provides an overview of the current status on the YM (likely a market index or chart), noting progress through a specific region and breaking away from volume pointing controls. Despite a pause point, low volume at the top suggests a favorable setup for a potential rally higher. The trend monitor remains consistently positive, indicated by a blue color throughout.
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Introduction to Renko optimizer tool
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The speaker encourages not to hesitate in joining ongoing trends and demonstrates using Renko charts across different time zones. They...
Trading the YM Emini with confidence
Learn how to trade Emini futures with confidence using the Quantum Trading tools and indicators. This is from yesterday's US futures trading session and for the YM Emini which is the futures contract for the Dow 30 cash index.
https://youtu.be/0SR7g-k8Gss
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Introduction to daily chart and volume analysis
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The speaker begins by checking audio and engaging the audience through a chat prompt. They then focus on analyzing a daily trading chart, highlighting the candlestick's lower wick, which indicates price movements and volume. By activating the volume indicator, they observe significant volume activity and note a sharp intraday reversal. This reversal suggests potential for further buying momentum and a possible upward price movement, relevant for both intraday and longer-term traders.
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Market reaction to bad news and resilience
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The markets have been heavily impacted by numerous negative news reports, but they are gradually becoming desensitized to such information. Despite grim economic indicators like employment figures, the expected market collapse has not occurred. This...
Understanding the mood of the market
The market is driven by fear and greed, or risk on and risk off sentiment. This is reflected in many different ways and is a key part of understanding relational analysis which is covered in the complete forex trading education program which you can discover here https://quantumtradingeducation.com
https://youtu.be/acHeR60b8Yk
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Introduction to futures trading and disclaimer
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The session introduces futures trading using volume price analysis and quantum trading tools. The speaker emphasizes the importance of the trading disclaimer, warning that trading is risky and advising participants not to use money they cannot afford to lose. Volume price analysis is introduced as the methodology used by the presenters.
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Volume price analysis overview and book companion
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The speaker discusses a trading methodology they have used for nearly twenty years, emphasizing its universal application across any market or timeframe. This approach focuses on analyzing price action and volume to understand past movements and predict future trends. The methodology is detailed in a book, which has...
Reversal Trading & Traps
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azf7b6ror6c
Market reversals happen for many reasons and can at times be simply a trap which is something that happens on a regular basis at the London open. This extract from one of London open webinars explains in more detail.
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Webinar introduction and disclaimer
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The webinar begins with a welcome and thanks to attendees for their patience. The host reminds viewers about the disclaimer emphasizing the risks involved in trading and advises against using money that cannot be afforded to lose. A quick audience check is mentioned, noting a diverse group of participants.
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Audience overview and market context
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The speaker welcomes a diverse group of participants including Forex program students, users of quantum indicators, readers of their books, and newcomers. They note the absence of significant fundamental news this morning, despite important news having occurred overnight, and plan to examine its impact.
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Volume price analysis methodology
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The discussion introduces the analysis of the forex market, specifically the Aussie dollar, using volume price analysis (VPA),...
Using the indicators to set your stop loss levels
Learn how to use the Quantum Trading tools and indicators to set your stop loss levels.
https://youtu.be/obiLdCo3Kt4
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Trading in ranging markets and stop losses
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The speaker discusses the challenges of trading when the market is in a range, highlighting that price action can be choppy and frustrating. Despite these difficulties, short-term trading opportunities still exist, and using levels effectively becomes crucial, especially for managing stop losses.
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Using volume point of control for stops
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This segment explains the concept of setting stop-loss orders using strong support levels, specifically the volume point of control (VPOC). It highlights the advantage of combining price-based support with volume-based support to determine optimal stop placement. The stop-loss is ideally placed just below these support levels to protect against adverse price movements, with examples illustrating multiple instances of price respecting these levels.
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Expecting stop-outs in ranging markets
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The speaker discusses the challenges of trading in ranging markets, emphasizing that traders should expect to be stopped out...
Multiple renko charts and time charts - a powerful combination
Using multiple renko charts alongside time-based charts is a powerful combination - a blend of two different approaches to trading but which when combined provide the best of all worlds. Volume price analysis on the time-based chart and momentum trading on the renko charts.
https://youtu.be/SgECtHuSsJs
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Introduction to YM E-mini Futures and MT5 Differences
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The speaker explains they were busy scanning various markets and introduces the YM, which is the e-mini futures contract similar to what was shown in Ana's MT5 platform. They highlight that the main differences lie in the numerical values and the cost of entering the particular futures contract.
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Futures Trading Costs and Index Price Actions
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Trading futures involves higher costs due to larger contract sizes and increased margin requirements. In contrast, trading futures on the MT5 platform requires significantly less margin, making it an accessible option for those wanting to start trading indices. The speaker demonstrates price action charts for various timeframes, highlighting...
Applying volume price analysis to gold futures on a breakaway
Volume price analysis works in all timeframes and for all instruments and markets and just to prove the point we have an excellent intraday example trading gold futures on the faster timeframes.
https://youtu.be/W9PQFeo71YU
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VIX overview and importance in trading
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The speaker explains their current setup on TradingView, focusing on the VIX (Volatility Index) displayed in various timeframes including one, three, five, and ten minutes. They mention the significance of the VIX rising, implying an increase in market volatility.
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VIX rising means falling indices
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The speaker explains the inverse relationship between the VIX and equity indices: when the VIX rises, indices tend to fall, and vice versa. Recently, a rally in the VIX caused a sell-off in equities, but the VIX has mostly declined throughout the day, leading to a minor reversal in the markets. They emphasize the importance of monitoring the VIX when trading any index or risk asset class, as it provides real-time insight into...
You don't need a futures account to start trading indices - try the US30 on MT5
If you are keen to get started trading indices but don't want to open a futures account, the MT5 platform is a great place to start. And of course, as a forex trader following equity markets as part of the relational analysis is key to success trading currencies.
https://youtu.be/scD_caOS2x8
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Introduction and session overview
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The speaker welcomes everyone and thanks them for their patience while waiting for the recording to start. They explain that the session will be recorded and later divided into smaller segments based on different topics. These recordings will be available on their YouTube channels, Anna Cooling and Quantum Trading. The speaker expresses gratitude for the audience's presence and prepares to begin.
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Disclaimer and day trading markets
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The session begins with a disclaimer emphasizing the risks involved in trading and advising participants not to use money they cannot afford to lose. The focus of the session is on...
