No need for a futures account to trade the Dow Index – use MT4 or MT5

No need for a futures account to trade the Dow Index – use MT4 or MT5

No need for a futures account to trade the Dow Index - use MT4 or MT5 The MT4 platform is often regarded as one which is focused on forex, which is certainly true, but over the years increasingly other markets have been embraced both on MT4 and MT5. And the US indices are no exception and so offer a great way to get started without the need for a futures broker and with hugely reduced margin requirements. In this part of the US trading session I show you how and also the importance of understand the key levels defined by support and resistance, volume, and also the Camarilla levels indicator. https://youtu.be/GfSU3PZTNcs 00:11 Introduction to Renko workspace and multiple time frames 00:11 The presenter introduces their Renko workspace, highlighting its unique features and the ongoing reversal that illustrates the effectiveness of using multiple time frames. The setup includes time-based charts at 15 seconds, 30 seconds, and one minute intervals, allowing the application of volume price analysis (VPA)....
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A blend of time and non time based charts gives you the perfect approach to trading

A blend of time and non time based charts gives you the perfect approach to trading

A blend of time and non-time-based charts gives you the perfect approach to trading Using a blend of time- and non-time-based charts gives you the perfect combination for trading any market. Non-time-based charts reveal the one thing a time-based chart never shows, and that's momentum, and the Renko optimiser for NinjaTrader is one such example. But there is always a problem with non-time-based charts: deciding on the settings. With the Renko optimiser, this is done for you, delivering the optimal settings at any time during the trading session. The Renko chart also smoothes out price action and delivers smooth trends, as we see here, and is even more powerful when used in this multiple-chart approach. https://youtu.be/EJB-Mrn1Vqg 00:11 Introduction to renko workspace and multi-timeframe charts 00:11 The speaker introduces their Renko workspace, highlighting its unique functionality and current reversal pattern. They explain the advantage of using multiple time frames simultaneously, displaying 15-second, 30-second, and one-minute time-based charts at the bottom. This setup allows for effective application of...
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Markets exhausted after extraordinary rally on COVID news

Markets exhausted after extraordinary rally on COVID news

Markets exhausted after extraordinary rally on COVID news The markets took a breather yesterday following the extraordinary rally on the news of a possible vaccine and it was no surprise to see many congest, with indices flat and indeed the NQ emini reversing and weakening. Gold on the other hand was attempting to recover from a huge sell-off along with silver whilst the yen currency matrix took a breather. All in all a perfect storm in a positive way and signaling the importance of relational analysis. https://youtu.be/3vSK4HSoHDU 00:01 Trading Disclaimer and VPA Methodology Overview 00:01 The speaker issues a disclaimer emphasizing the risks involved in trading and advises viewers not to use money they cannot afford to lose. The session will focus on market analysis through volume price analysis, a methodology developed and used by the speaker and David, her husband, for nearly 20 years. The fundamental principles of this methodology are outlined elsewhere. 00:34 Impact of VPA on Trading Profitability 00:34 The speaker discusses their main book, 'The Complete...
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Volume price analysis for scalping futures

Volume price analysis for scalping futures

Volume price analysis for scalping futures In this part of the US futures trading session, we move to the fast timeframes of 15-second charts and above as the markets continue to congest and moves sideways following the strong moves of the previous day. This is only to be expected following the appearance of the volatility indicator on the daily charts for many commodities and yen currencies, sending a clear message of congestion ahead. Some excellent short term opportunities arrived and clearly signaled with volume price analysis which confirms and validates the price action, supported of course by the Quantum Trading indicators. https://youtu.be/w88ZIuWlYeQ 00:10 Introduction to Forex Funded Accounts 00:10 The speaker welcomes the audience and introduces the forex funded accounts program, which starts with evaluation accounts at $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000. Participants undergo an evaluation process where they are assessed on their trading approach within strict money management and risk rules. Once they pass this initial stage and demonstrate consistent profitability, they have 12 months to...
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Trading Dow Jones index

Trading Dow Jones index

Trading the Dow Jones index during the US futures trading session. https://youtu.be/XRHQTNQcPtY 00:12 Trading Globex vs combined cash and electronic markets 00:12 The speaker discusses the difference between trading on the Globex electronic market alone versus trading when both the cash market and electronic market operate simultaneously. Using an example of the London forex session starting at 8 AM UK time, they explain that price action on Globex tends to be more measured and less volatile, showing a steady trend development. The visual indicators transition through various colors, representing changes in market conditions and price trends, illustrating the contrast in price action and volume during different trading periods. The speaker also notes the recent UK clock adjustment affecting the timing. 01:52 US market open impacts volatility and volume 01:52 The U.S. markets now open at half past one instead of half past two, leading to a surge in volume and significant volatility with large price swings and whipsaws. This phase requires traders to be very agile, often using shorter...
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How to spot reversals using volume price analysis – this time for oil

How to spot reversals using volume price analysis – this time for oil

How to spot reversals using volume price analysis - this time for oil A terrific reversal for oil futures clearly signaled using the volume price analysis methodology and delivering a nice trend higher for scalping oil traders on the WTI futures contract. https://youtu.be/Wo_kklS0Gnk 00:05 Introduction to indices and time frames 00:05 The speaker begins by discussing three key indices (YM, NQ, ES) observed on both five-minute and daily time frames, noting their alignment. Throughout the trading session starting at 8 AM UK time, the indices have been trading around the volume point of control, indicating a steady but unexciting market. This stability reflects market participants' cautiousness as they await upcoming events, resulting in a grinding trading environment for both Globex and cash markets. 01:17 Analyzing the daily profiles over the past three days, the speaker highlights a failed attempt to rally characterized by falling volume, which typically signals weak upward momentum. Despite some upward price movements, the decreasing volume suggests low participation and interest from buyers. This pattern...
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Trading volatility on the YM emini index futures at the start of the session

Trading volatility on the YM emini index futures at the start of the session

How To Trade Volatility On The YM E-Mini Index Futures At The Start Of The Session Trading volatility on the YM emini index futures at the start of the session as the cash markets open alongside Globex. https://youtu.be/Gld3oDhvmd8 00:00 Session introduction and disclaimer 00:00 The session begins with a brief apology for the slight delay caused by technical setup issues, specifically sorting out headsets. The presenter draws attention to an important disclaimer displayed on screen, emphasizing that trading is risky and advising viewers not to use money they cannot afford to lose. This introduction also acknowledges some first-time attendees. 01:03 Focus on volume price analysis 01:03 The speaker apologizes for displaying the wrong slide and clarifies that the focus will be on analyzing markets through volume price analysis rather than forex. They mention a companion book containing worked examples of this methodology, which has been developed over 20 years with a colleague named David. The speaker intends to demonstrate the approach by examining price action on a four-minute chart of...
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The power of volume price analysis for scalping index traders

The power of volume price analysis for scalping index traders

The power of volume price analysis for scalping index traders Even when markets are trading in congestion, it's possible to make money trading them. All it means it you have to be quick and take a smash and grab approach to trading and in particular what this means is moving either to the very fast timeframes as we show here using the YM Emini future in the live US session, or alternatively moving to a non-time-based chart such as a Renko or tick chart. All these approaches are equally valid and in this session, we focus on showing you how to use the 15-second chart to trade as the future moves in a narrow range. Volume price analysis works in all timeframes and this is a perfect example of its power for scalping traders. https://youtu.be/TQ9j65GxF4o 00:13 Market overview and gold trading ranges 00:13 The speaker discusses current market conditions using gold as an example, highlighting that trading activity is occurring within a narrow range. There was...
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Trading the YM emini index future on the NinjaTrader platform

Trading the YM emini index future on the NinjaTrader platform

Trading the YM E-Mini Index future on the NinjaTrader platform Learn how to day trade index futures such as the YM E-Mini on the NinjaTrader platform. https://youtu.be/pC9u7nYWSpc 00:11 Introduction and Renko charts overview 00:11 The speaker welcomes the audience and begins by introducing Renko charts as a useful trading tool. They explain that Renko charts blend time-based and non-time-based data, using examples from quick time frames like 15 seconds and 30 seconds. The speaker highlights their use on the YM (E-mini Dow futures), which has been moving strongly higher, and demonstrates selecting the time frame with the Renko optimizer. 01:14 The discussion focuses on trading the YM futures contract, explaining the point value and associated dollar amounts for mini and big Dow contracts. The speaker emphasizes the large margin requirements for trading full futures contracts, often amounting to thousands of dollars. They recommend newer traders consider trading E-mini futures, which have lower margin requirements and smaller contract sizes, making them more accessible and liquid. 02:18 The speaker elaborates on the...
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Money flow is all about risk. Discover how to identify it in the various charts

Money flow is all about risk. Discover how to identify it in the various charts

Money flow is all about risk. Discover how to identify it in the various charts Money flow is all about risk and in this video we explain how and where to identify it in the various charts from the VIX and equities to the volatility indices. And of course relational analysis is a key part as money moves from one market to another chasing higher risk for higher return or lower risk for lower returns. This is a large topic and one we cover in the detail in the Complete Forex Trading program which you can find here https://quantumtradingeducation.com https://youtu.be/AbPghOlY6Ao 00:00 Webinar introduction and schedule changes 00:00 The speaker welcomes the audience and apologizes for the delayed start of the webinar due to technical issues, including the hosts not receiving their webinar links. They express gratitude to attendees for joining and mention that webinars are now regularly scheduled on Wednesdays to maintain continuity in their presentations. 00:33 Trading disclaimer and market overview 00:33 The presenter introduces the forex and indices...
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