Considering volume in two ways as we focus on the GBP/USD
At the start of the London forex session, I focus on the GBP/USD and explain how and why we focus on volume on two ways with the pair breaking away from congestion around the volume point of control indicator for NinjaTrader.
https://youtu.be/X7Z0GVxhB9E
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Introduction and webinar start
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The webinar host welcomes participants to the London session of the Forex webinar, apologizing for a delay caused by technical issues with GoToWebinar. They mention having to restart the setup, confirm everything is now working, and greet attendees on a rainy day in Hampshire.
00:31
Trading disclaimer and audience overview
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The speaker begins by drawing attention to a disclaimer about the risks of trading, emphasizing that viewers should never use money they cannot afford to lose. They acknowledge the presence of experienced Forex students and users of quantum indicators in the audience, as well as new participants who may be attending for the first time.
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Volume price analysis explained
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In this session,...
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
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Introduction to forex volatility and indicators
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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...
Volatility and how to discover it for your market or instrument
In this session from the US futures trading webclass Anna explains how to understand your market through the prism of volatility.
https://youtu.be/DX_Xx9oo4SE
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Webinar introduction and disclaimer
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The speaker welcomes everyone to the webinar, apologizes for a brief audio issue, and points out the disclaimer displayed on the screen. They emphasize that trading involves significant risks and advise viewers not to use money they cannot afford to lose. The introduction also acknowledges first-time attendees.
00:32
Volume price analysis overview
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The segment explains volume price analysis, which examines the relationship between price action and trading volume to determine the authenticity of market moves. Genuine moves are confirmed by volume, while anomalies often indicate potential pullbacks or reversals. The speaker also mentions an accompanying book that provides worked examples of this methodology for better understanding.
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Book and methodology applicability
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The speaker discusses a boxed set available on Amazon, primarily for Kindle, which includes versions for different markets like forex, stocks, indices,...
Trading from congestion phases and the stop loss
In this session from the online webclass David explains why congestion phases offer excellent trading opportunities and also provide clear levels for any stop loss positioning and management.
https://youtu.be/1y-ViuqFmPM
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Currency indices and market congestion overview
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The discussion begins with an overview of the current market conditions, highlighting significant congestion in various currency indices. The yen is gently declining with no strong momentum, while the dollar shows erratic movement without a clear trend. The euro and pound also exhibit congestion. The overall sentiment suggests some emerging risk appetite, but the market remains generally indecisive. The focus is on the congested state of currency futures and indices, indicating a lack of clear directional movement.
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Currency futures and dollar perspective explained
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The speaker explains the focus on the US dollar as the base for currency futures, highlighting several currency pairs including the Australian dollar (6A), the British pound (cable), the Canadian dollar (CAD), and the euro (6O). These pairs are shown...
Beware of the session crossover trap
For unwary forex traders there are many traps to fall into, and this is one of them as we see on the GBP/USD in the London forex trading session.
https://youtu.be/ddWmqMEWX6Y
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Overview of Cable and multiple time frames
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The speaker confirms the screen is visible and explains their setup using multiple time frames on the trading platform, including 15-second, one-minute, five-minute, ten-minute, fifteen-minute, and daily charts. They note a recent steady upward movement in the last hour on the cable (GBP/USD) currency pair.
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Importance of session crossover and London open volatility
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The speaker emphasizes the significance of session crossover in trading, particularly around the London open. Entering a trade earlier in a session, such as during the European open, can yield profits, but traders should anticipate increased volatility, reversals, and volume spikes when transitioning into the London session. This pattern is consistent across many currency pairs due to London's status as the largest and most liquid market. The example uses NinjaTrader's...
The single currency in focus as European markets wait for PMI data
Focus in this session is on the euro as the single currency awaits the PMI date for France and Germany.
https://youtu.be/xQAKuCc_pYo
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Introduction and disclaimer
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The webinar host welcomes attendees from various backgrounds, including Forex program students, Quantum users, and newcomers. Before beginning, the host highlights the importance of the disclaimer displayed on screen, reminding viewers that trading can be risky and complex.
00:34
Forex market technical analysis overview
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The speaker advises never to use money you cannot afford to lose and introduces the session's focus on analyzing the forex market through volume price analysis (VPA). This methodology combines price action with volume to verify if market moves are genuine or anomalies, helping to avoid traps. Additionally, VPA incorporates support and resistance levels, candlestick patterns, and timing to anticipate market direction. The explanation will be demonstrated using charts.
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Fundamental landscape and related markets
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The discussion focuses on the forex market, emphasizing that mastering technical analysis is just the...
All sorts of traps for unwary forex traders!!
For forex traders, there are many different traps waiting to be sprung, and in the London forex trading session this is yet another example, this time for the European fundamental news on the GBP/USD.
https://youtu.be/4DOS5-a7dpk
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Introduction to fast timeframe scalping
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The speaker welcomes viewers and begins by discussing a fast 15-second trading timeframe they frequently use for scalping. They emphasize the value of using quick charts, such as a one-minute chart with NinjaTrader or a similar platform, especially when learning volume price analysis (VPA). The speaker highlights that fast charts allow traders to grasp lessons rapidly by observing market behavior closely, using the example of the London market open to illustrate these concepts.
01:17
Analyzing London open volume and price action
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The discussion focuses on analyzing price action and volume during the London open, about 15 minutes into the session. The speaker highlights the importance of comparing volume and price within the same session to identify anomalies. They point...
Fundamental data takes a back seat as the pandemic continues to dominate so patience required!
With markets remaining nervous as the pandemic continues to dominate and fundamentals take a back seat, patience is required in these tricky market trading conditions.
https://youtu.be/0fk3C9KbKOQ
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Initial PMI data and market reaction
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The speaker discusses monitoring recent market activity related to PMI data releases. They note that the first data set, a French PMI, was released quickly, but emphasize the German PMI at 8:30 as more important. The market reaction is positive, with 50 identified as a key inflection point.
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Understanding PMI inflection point at 50
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The speaker discusses analyzing fundamental data through graphical representations similar to market charts. They explain that a value above 50 indicates a well-performing market economy. The graph shows a sharp decline caused by the economic shutdowns due to the virus.
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Context of unusual economic environment
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The speaker discusses the unusual and abnormal context of the past two to three months, emphasizing that the environment has been far...
Yes, you can use the forex-specific indicators for trading currency futures!
One of the questions we are often asked is whether you can use the currency specific indicators for trading currency futures, and the short answer is yes, and we explain how in the video.
https://youtu.be/-IAw1BJRqts
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Introduction to currency futures and workspace setup
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The speaker explains their transition from spot markets to currency futures to avoid the volatility of spot trading. They describe their workspace setup, using the CSI on a five-minute timeframe and the currency matrix on a ten-minute timeframe. The focus is on futures contracts, specifically the 6A contract, which are larger and more substantial than typical spot market contracts.
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Explanation of futures contract notation and currency pairs
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The segment explains different currency futures contracts, highlighting that the Aussie dollar is represented as 6B, and the pound as 'cable'. It discusses the 6E contract, noting the Canadian dollar is shown unusually as CAD dollar, not dollar CAD, because futures contracts use the dollar as...
Where next for the pound yen currency pair?
In this portion of the US futures trading webclass we move to the spot forex markets and take in the GBP/JPY and see where it is heading based on the current trend.
https://youtu.be/4jPioInlNyg
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Trading the British Pound pairs overview
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The speaker introduces a focus on analyzing the British Pound through two currency pairs: GBP/AUD and GBP/JPY. They emphasize understanding the chart's structure to determine whether the market is trending or in a congestion phase, which guides what actions to take when reading the chart.
00:57
Developing trading tactics and setups
00:57
The speaker discusses developing trading tactics or strategies as part of a program. Traders create specific setups based on chart patterns, such as reversals, with defined parameters that suit their personality and have proven successful. They emphasize the importance of waiting patiently for the right setup and understanding key concepts like price action and volume before making trading decisions.
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Understanding chart structures and price action
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The speaker discusses analyzing chart structure,...
