AUD and GBP in focus at the start of the London forex session

AUD and GBP in focus at the start of the London forex session

AUD and GBP in focus at the start of the London forex session As we begin another week, here it’s the Aussie and the British pound in focus as I take a look at their slower timeframe charts for these two currency pairs. https://youtu.be/yLrJ8SNNNiE 00:03 Introduction and Trading Disclaimer 00:03 The webinar begins with a welcome message and a reminder about the risks involved in trading. Participants are advised not to use money they cannot afford to lose. The session will focus on analyzing trading charts. 00:33 Volume Price Analysis Overview 00:33 The session introduces volume price analysis, a methodology that examines price action alongside trading volume to validate chart movements. The presenter notes the attendance of various participants, including forex students, quantum users, and newcomers, indicating a diverse audience interested in understanding this analytical approach. 01:05 Combining Technical, Fundamental, Political Factors 01:05 The speaker discusses analyzing books available on Amazon and emphasizes the importance of considering not only the technical aspects of charts but also fundamental news, related markets, and the political situation....
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Using time and non time based renko charts on MT5 to trade the GBP/USD currency pair

Using time and non time based renko charts on MT5 to trade the GBP/USD currency pair

Using time and non time based renko charts on MT5 to trade the GBP/USD currency pair In the third part of this morning’s webclass I take a look at the GBP/USD pair and explain how to trade it using time based charts and volume price analysis and non time based charts in the form of the renko for MT5. https://youtu.be/GKOs1qwvApE 00:23 Cable profile and pound move overview 00:23 The speaker apologizes for technical issues with a stuck window on their monitor and proceeds to discuss the profile for the British pound (Cable). They reference a notable recent move in the pound against the New Zealand dollar and focus on the 10-minute chart for Cable, having isolated it from other currencies. They note that the pound is still moving higher during this period. 00:59 Dollar selling off vs pound new zealand 00:59 The discussion focuses on currency movements, noting that while the dollar is selling off, this trend hasn't fully mirrored what has been observed in the New Zealand dollar. On...
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What the currency strength indicator reveals in multiple timeframes

What the currency strength indicator reveals in multiple timeframes

What the currency strength indicator reveals in multiple timeframes In the second part of this morning’s webclass David explains how to use the currency strength indicator in multiple timeframes and what it reveals to help you understand the price cycle of mean reversion. https://youtu.be/qBiOZRhoe-s 00:13 Introduction to multi-time frame analysis 00:13 The speaker greets the audience and confirms their microphone is working. They prepare the workspace and reference a previous discussion by Anna about the 60-minute chart for the Australian dollar, indicating they will begin by reviewing that chart. 00:55 Aussie dollar resistance and volume points 00:55 The speaker analyzes the Aussie dollar on a five-minute chart, noting it was trading near the volume point of control with strong resistance just above 71.50. They emphasize the importance of using multiple time frames in trading, as it provides varied perspectives on volume and price analysis, which is crucial for informed decision-making. 01:31 Volume indicators and accumulation distribution 01:31 The segment explains various trading indicators used to analyze market sentiment and volume. It highlights the trend...
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How to select the best currency pair with the strongest trend

How to select the best currency pair with the strongest trend

How to select the best currency pair with the strongest trend How to select the best currency pair with the strongest trend using the currency majors matrix. Here we focus on the USD and see which pairs are trending and which are not, but more importantly why using the currency strength indicator. https://youtu.be/Aw7JkbduSBE 00:16 Introduction to currency strength matrix 00:16 The speaker begins by ensuring their microphone is on and introduces the topic centered around the 'dollar workspace' or 'dollar matrix.' They mention focusing on six out of seven currencies, including the dollar and yen, and emphasize the importance of understanding which currencies and currency pairs are actively moving and which are not. 00:44 Dollar and Swiss franc price movements 00:44 The discussion focuses on analyzing the CSI to understand market movements, specifically why the dollar and Swiss franc are moving the way they are. The speaker describes a clear price waterfall effect with falling prices, widening spreads, and rising volume, highlighting the textbook nature of this market behavior. The...
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Wow – great trade this morning as London forex session opens

Wow – great trade this morning as London forex session opens

Wow - great trade this morning as London forex session opens A wonderful trade on the GBP/CHF as the London forex session opened and a perfect trend lower with the GBP being sold strongly and the Swiss franc being bought strongly and developing a terrific trend as a result. https://youtu.be/tjKVxrVOtzo 00:11 Introduction and focusing on Pound Swiss 00:11 The speaker begins by apologizing for initially not having their microphone on and expresses hope that everyone can now hear them. They briefly mention Italy, highlighting its fascinating history, beautiful scenery, and excellent food, though noting it is not ideal for business. The focus then shifts to discussing the British pound and Swiss franc for specific reasons. 00:43 Pound weakness and Swiss franc strength 00:43 The discussion focuses on the pound's significant downward movement, highlighting that the pound is strongly oversold while the Swiss franc is strongly overbought. The speaker draws attention to the currency strength indicator, particularly noting the prominence of the green line at the top. They then shift focus...
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Making sense of the euro and how to trade it

Making sense of the euro and how to trade it

Making sense of the euro and how to trade it The single currency of the euro is a political one in every respect as it is one which has no debt union, and an important consideration ahead of this week's ECB meeting. With Italy threatening to be the next country to depart the EU remember the words of Draghi who said the EU would do everything to protect the currency. Will the same apply now? We will see. https://youtu.be/KpNoRp923uM 00:00 Welcome and trading disclaimer 00:00 The host welcomes everyone to the webinar, acknowledging the different time zones of the audience. They emphasize the importance of the trading disclaimer, reminding viewers that trading is risky and they should never use money they cannot afford to lose. 00:28 Attendees and forex market overview 00:28 The speaker welcomes attendees from various groups including students from the ITS program, quantum users, and some first-time participants. They acknowledge the diverse audience and express appreciation for their presence. The session is about to focus on analyzing...
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When are the best times to trade?

When are the best times to trade?

When are the best times to trade? In this video I explain how to find out what are the best times to trade for your chosen currency pair using the EUR/CAD as an example. https://youtu.be/9E9NzpFj54c 00:12 Introduction to forex volatility and indicators 00:12 The speaker introduces a discussion on volatility in the forex market, highlighting some specialized indicators developed for forex and other markets. Using the EUR/CAD pair as an example, they explain how its recent price reversal aligns perfectly with expected volatility patterns and trading times, illustrating the practical application of these concepts. The importance of understanding the unique characteristics of individual currencies and currency pairs, including knowledge of central banks, is emphasized as essential for successful trading. 01:26 Overview of volatility coefficient and trading modules 01:26 The video explains the structure of a comprehensive trading program that includes modules on technical analysis, fundamental analysis, related markets, and trading mechanics. It highlights a component called the volatility coefficient, which helps traders determine their trade size. The discussion then shifts...
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What we are looking for all the time – divergence!

What we are looking for all the time – divergence!

What we are always looking for: divergence! In this session from the forex trading webclass, Anna explains one of the fundamental principles for trading currencies, which is to identify divergence, which then results in a strong trend. https://youtu.be/-5ubJ29_EsQ 00:11 Introduction to Pound Aussie and Euro Aussie analysis 00:11 The segment begins with an analysis of the Euro-Aussie currency pair, highlighting a potential reversal forming. The speaker then shifts focus to the Pound-Aussie pair, continuing the previous day's narrative. By isolating the Pound and Aussie currencies using the CSI index, they note that both have generally been selling off. However, because both currencies moved similarly during this timeframe, it led to a congestion phase rather than a clear trend, contrasting with the Euro-Aussie's trend. 01:24 Congestion phase and lack of divergence in Pound Aussie 01:24 The discussion focuses on a lack of divergence in the Pound/Aussie currency pair at the moment, noting that the price is currently congesting around the 80 to 55 levels. Using the three-minute chart, an example of...
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Learn about proxy risk and currency pairs

Learn about proxy risk and currency pairs

Learn about proxy risk and currency pairs The AUD/JPY is a proxy risk currency pair which reveals much about sentiment in the broad markets. Discover why. https://youtu.be/netm9SMQLwo 00:15 Overview of news sources for trading data 00:15 The speaker discusses options for accessing news websites, highlighting both free and paid services. They mention several platforms such as Forex Live, Forex Flow, Investing.com, Reuters, and Bloomberg, noting that paid services like Reuters and Bloomberg can be expensive. They also talk about live news feeds available through some brokerage accounts like MT5 and Interactive Brokers, which offer free live data depending on the platform and the amount of data needed. 01:36 Aussie yen price and volume analysis 01:36 The speaker analyzes the Aussie yen currency pair on Forex, highlighting recent volatility driven by high trading volumes during a market plunge affecting emerging markets broadly. There was initial indecision followed by weakness and a downward move into a low-volume price region. This low volume area on the volume point of control suggests price could...
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This was on the radar and something I forecast last week!

This was on the radar and something I forecast last week!

This was on the radar and something I forecast last week! The sharp falls yesterday for US equity markets was something I highlighted last week in my market analysis and signalled in several ways, from the VIX, to volume price analysis, and just as important in the forex world. The clues were all there if you knew where to look! https://youtu.be/66v5Wdzw8PA 00:00 Introduction and trading disclaimer 00:00 The recording begins with a reminder about the risks involved in trading and investing. The speaker emphasizes the importance of only using money one can afford to lose. They also mention the significant market activity observed that day, noting a major sell-off with the Dow experiencing a notable decline. 00:33 Market sell-off and Dow drop 00:33 The speaker discusses market activity, noting that the figure has reached 1,300, which is remarkable but not entirely surprising for regular followers. They reference a post from June 3rd highlighting unusual market behavior, particularly from a volume price analysis (VPA) perspective. 01:09 VPA and market correction signals 01:09 This segment discusses...
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