If you're struggling to understand the different types of trends, then struggle no more - all explained here
Forex traders, and indeed traders in general, talk about trends and group a price move as higher or lower. But in fact, as with all price action, trends move in very different ways and it pays to understand what type of trend you are considering joining. In this video from the forex webclass, we explain all you need to know, which will help you in your forex trading.
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Webinar introduction and trading disclaimer
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The webinar begins with a warm welcome from Anna Cooling and her husband David. Anna expresses her excitement about starting the session and reminds viewers of the important disclaimer regarding the risks involved in trading, advising not to use money that one cannot afford to lose.
00:31
Overview of volume price analysis in forex
00:31
The segment introduces the focus on the forex market and chart analysis using volume price analysis, a methodology explained in books...
Congestion phases - the most important price action on the chart
Congestion phases are the most important part of any price chart since this is where trends are born, and to succeed all we have to do is be patient and wait for them to break away. This is where volume steps in to confirm the trend away.
https://youtu.be/J8UM_9HCQvA
00:02
COT data for Euro on UK Investing.com
00:02
The speaker has located the URL for the Commitment of Traders (COT) data on the UK version of investing.com, specifically for the euro. They explain how to access the euro speculative positions data on the site, noting that the speculative positions have risen to 180.6, which is a notably high level historically.
00:46
Bundesbank court case and Euro politics
00:46
The speaker reflects on a significant peak that has been reached, noting it as the highest so far. They provide an update on the Bundesbank situation, mentioning that all issues have been resolved quietly without much public fuss. The discussion highlights the...
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....
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...
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
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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
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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...
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
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Introduction to currency strength matrix
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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...
The cross-currency pairs can really deliver for forex traders
As forex traders, we tend to focus on the currency majors, but if you open your eyes and move to some of the cross-currency pairs, you will be surprised at the strong trends they can deliver. In this video I highlight one example using the EUR/CAD.
https://youtu.be/dQJWjAdUh7I
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Switching from Ninja to MT5 platform
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The speaker switches from using Ninja to MT5 trading platform, noting that MT5 offers more time frames and greater flexibility compared to MT4. They highlight that MT5's variety of minute charts aligns well with their ongoing discussions about oil in forex trading.
00:46
Importance of relational market analysis
00:46
The program includes a module on relational analysis, which involves examining markets outside the one being traded. For example, forex traders need to understand the bond, commodity, and equity markets. Similarly, index futures and stock traders should consider external market influences to enhance their trading strategies.
01:22
Understanding market sentiment via currencies
01:22
The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding immediate...
Learn to trade the currency of first reserve with confidence
In this vidoe we explain how to trade the currency of first reserve with confidence by using a simple currency majors matrix. This is easy to create and can also be created for other currencies in the same way.
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Introduction to Majors Matrix and currency pairs
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The presenter welcomes the audience, ensures the screen and microphone are set up correctly, and introduces a workspace called the majors matrix, which organizes six major currency pairs for analysis.
00:45
Dollar selling and 3-minute timeframe overview
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The speaker explains that the current market focus is on the US dollar, which has experienced significant selling overnight. They refer to a three-minute timeframe chart on the CSI, highlighting the dollar's decline. The speaker also notes an advantage of using the Ninja trading platform over MT4 and MT5 in this context.
01:16
Local time display and London market open effects
01:16
The speaker explains that the local time is displayed in real time, specifically noting that...
More lessons in volume price analysis in the spot forex markets
The EUR/USD delivers some more lessons in volume price analysis during the London forex trading session. The volume price analysis methodology is based on Wyckoff's three laws of effort and result, cause and effect and of course supply and demand.
https://youtu.be/WVMP8MQruc0
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Introduction to Eurodollar VPA lessons
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The speaker revisits the MT5 platform, focusing on the Eurodollar to highlight key Volume Price Analysis (VPA) lessons. They mention how the volume point of control, indicated by a yellow line, was initially low on the three-minute chart and marked the start of a strong upward move. The speaker also discusses the timing on MT5, noting a two-hour adjustment needed for their version to align the timestamps correctly. Although the move coincided roughly with the European market opening, it was primarily a successful example of a breakaway trade, with some confusion about chart timeframes resolved by switching back to the three-minute chart.
01:24
Volume Point of Control dynamics explained
01:24
The...
Using the renko indicator on MT4 or MT5 to find trades in forex
In this video we explain how to use the renko indicator on MT4 or MT5 to find trades as a scalping trader in forex. The renko chart is a perfect way to trade as it reveals the momentum in the market, something you never see on a time based chart. The reason for this is that a renko chart is not based on time, but on the size of the brick. This is what governs the open and close of the brick and once this metric has been met, the renko brick is closed and moves on to build the next.
https://youtu.be/f_A9AyyJ7fs
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Analyzing slower vs faster time frames
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The speaker discusses analyzing slower time frames for trading decisions, contrasting this with their current focus on faster time frames. They mention using MT5 instead of MT4 for charting and highlight a significant downward move in the US Dollar to Canadian Dollar currency...
