How to analyze a chart and pick the best time to enter a trend

How to analyze a chart and pick the best time to enter a trend

How to analyze a chart and pick the best time to enter a trend In this video Anna explains the structure of a chart, and from that, how to select the best time to enter a trend which is already underwat. Here it is a question of making congestion your friend! https://youtu.be/WUpfXZa_xX8 00:01 Webinar introduction and trading disclaimer 00:01 The webinar host welcomes participants from around the world and reminds them of the trading risk disclaimer visible on the screen. They emphasize the importance of understanding the risks involved in trading before proceeding with the session. 00:29 Overview of volume price analysis methodology 00:29 The speaker introduces the use of volume price analysis (VPA) to examine various markets including futures, forex, and commodities. VPA is a methodology that analyzes price action alongside volume to determine the validity of chart movements, helping traders understand whether price changes are genuine or anomalies. The goal is to predict future price movements based on this analysis. 01:32 The speaker discusses a companion book filled with 200...
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Trading oil futures using volume price analysis

Trading oil futures using volume price analysis

Trading oil futures using volume price analysis In this clip from the US futures trading session we show you how to trade the WTI oil futures contract using volume price analysis. Oil of course is one of those commodities which impacts the forex market and in particular the Canadian dollar. https://youtu.be/1ynDk8rdYnQ 00:14 Intro and oil 15-second chart volatility 00:14 The speaker welcomes the audience and confirms their setup is working, mentioning they have switched their microphone successfully. They express hope that viewers are safe and well. The session begins with a focus on the oil chart, specifically monitoring the 15-second chart in the top left corner while observing incoming price action and a volatility trigger. 00:48 Importance of 5-minute and daily charts 00:48 The segment discusses a volatility trigger exemplified by a long doji and a significant spike in volume, highlighting a quick price breakdown and a downward shift in the volume point of control. The speaker emphasizes the importance of analyzing multiple time frames, particularly focusing on the five-minute...
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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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More volume lessons for forex traders using the GBP/NZD

More volume lessons for forex traders using the GBP/NZD

More volume lessons for forex traders using the GBP/NZD Volume price analysis is a powerful methodology and one which can be used for all markets and instruments and even in spot forex, where we use tick volume as a proxy and one which works perfectly as you will see in this video. https://youtu.be/gJ3GUp1jP8o 00:01 Introduction and market context 00:01 The webinar begins with a warm welcome and a note on the unusual summer weather in the UK. The presenter highlights the current busy market activity, which is unusual for summer, and hints at significant events expected by the end of the trading session and the following day. After a brief disclaimer reminding viewers about the risks of trading and the importance of only using money they can afford to lose, the presenter acknowledges the diverse audience, including both new and returning participants, welcoming everyone to the session. 01:33 Session overview and trading focus 01:33 The session introduces day trading and intraday trading, focusing on identifying trading opportunities in US markets,...
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Trading reversals using the currency matrix and the currency array for NinjaTrader

Trading reversals using the currency matrix and the currency array for NinjaTrader

Trading reversals using the currency matrix and the currency array for NinjaTrader The forex market is one of mean reversion which means is almost a pure market of reversals as currencies and currency pairs move from oversold and overbought constantly in all timeframes. In this video from the London forex trading session, we show you how to use the currency array and currency matrix indicators for NinjaTrader. https://youtu.be/UlHh8UrYhO8 00:22 Overview of majors and dollar Swiss dynamics 00:22 The speaker confirms technical readiness with participants and returns to discussing the majors in currency trading. They highlight recent developments in the dollar-Swiss franc pair, noting interesting changes since their last review. 00:49 Price waterfall and volume analysis 00:49 The speaker explains a classic price waterfall scenario where strong buying in the Swiss franc is balanced by strong selling in the U.S. dollar. This dynamic leads to rising volume, widening spreads, and falling price action, illustrating the ideal characteristics of a price waterfall pattern. 01:15 Dollar selling strength and pair direction 01:15 This segment explains the dynamics...
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Trading reversals using this powerful two bar candle pattern

Trading reversals using this powerful two bar candle pattern

Trading reversals using this powerful two-bar candle pattern The two-bar reversal candle pattern is one of the most important to understand, as it often signals the start of a reversal, and it's not hard to understand why, since if you overlay one on the other, then this becomes a hammer or shooting star candle. And of course if you use volume price analysis, this will validate the signal further. https://youtu.be/K8sj7G_ym4E 00:01 Webinar introduction and disclaimer 00:01 The webinar begins with a brief introduction and some technical preparations as the host sets up charts and tabs. The host emphasizes the importance of the trading disclaimer visible on screen, warning that trading is risky and advising viewers not to use money they cannot afford to lose. The host also references a recent tragic incident involving a young man who misinterpreted trading information while using the Robinhood app, highlighting the dangers of misunderstanding trading risks. 01:08 Trading risks and personal story 01:08 The speaker shares a personal story about someone who was perceived...
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More lessons in volume price analysis courtesy of the Aussie yen pair

More lessons in volume price analysis courtesy of the Aussie yen pair

More lessons in volume price analysis courtesy of the Aussie yen pair With risk-on sentiment in evidence this morning as the London forex session gets underway, we focus on the Aussie yen pair as a proxy for risk with a steady move higher as US indices rally once more on GLobex. https://youtu.be/6yJEyokY0zI 00:15 Introduction to Aussie Yen and risk sentiment 00:15 The speaker briefly greets the audience and encourages them to explore bond prices and yields on investing.com. They then shift focus to the Aussie Yen currency pair, highlighting its positive movement over various timeframes and emphasizing that the current trends are driven by risk sentiment. 00:44 Risk on vs risk off market dynamics 00:44 The segment explains that financial markets move based on risk sentiment, described as a seesaw between risk-on and risk-off modes. Money flows either toward safe havens or toward higher risk for higher reward, influencing currencies, equities, commodities, and bonds. The speaker highlights monitoring the Aussie yen currency pair alongside the VIX index to observe market...
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Some great volume lessons on the EUR/AUD in the breakaway trade from congestion

Some great volume lessons on the EUR/AUD in the breakaway trade from congestion

Some great volume lessons on the EUR/AUD in the breakaway trade from congestion The breakaway trade often gets a bad press due to fakeouts, but if you are a volume trader this is not a problem, as volume reveals the truth behind the price action and therefore whether a move away from the congestion phase is true or false. https://youtu.be/6qIuxT8UO5M 00:11 Introduction to Euro Aussie and Pound pairs 00:11 The speaker discusses their ongoing interest in the Euro/Aussie currency pair, highlighting it as a long-term position. Recently, they have focused more on the British pound and its related pairs, sharing analysis on their Learn Forex Trading page on social media platforms like Amazon and Facebook. They note the pound's strong recent movements and mention the concept of seasonality in currency trading, suggesting that traders might benefit from focusing on a few pairs consistently due to seasonal trends. 01:20 Impact of Brexit and EU summit on Pound 01:20 The discussion focuses on how currencies are influenced by political events, highlighting Brexit...
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When volatility arrives you can be sure of one thing!

When volatility arrives you can be sure of one thing!

When volatility arrives you can be sure of one thing! When the volatility indicator triggers on Ninjatrader or on the MT4/MT5 platform you can be sure of one thing. The big operators, insiders or market makers are at work, trapping you into weak positions and either moving into a congestion phase or reversing the price action completely. In the video we explain why. https://youtu.be/cnEajurtSho 00:10 Volatility and market makers' activity 00:10 The speaker points out the market's volatility and highlights the participation of market makers and major operators during this time. Using cold futures as an example, they mention observing the time and sales window with rolling numbers, emphasizing the significance of this market activity. 00:39 Volatility trigger and volume surge 00:39 The speaker discusses a phase of price action identified as the volatility trigger on a five-minute chart. They emphasize the sudden increase in volume during this period, noting that it occurs in the middle of the afternoon UK time, which is not typically a significant market open or...
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How to use the currency strength indicator to identify trading opportunities

How to use the currency strength indicator to identify trading opportunities

How to use the currency strength indicator to identify trading opportunities In this section from the London forex trading session David explains how to use the currency strength indicator for NinjaTrader to identify which currency pairs to consider and which ones to ignore using multiple timeframes. https://youtu.be/nWTQitHxUac 00:11 Melbourne lockdown and Spanish flu history 00:11 The speaker acknowledges technical difficulties and appreciates feedback about the coronavirus situation, highlighting local information from Australia. They mention Melbourne entering a six-week lockdown starting tomorrow and the closure of borders between Victoria and New South Wales for the first time since the Spanish flu over a century ago. The conversation also touches on the historical impact of the Spanish flu pandemic, recalling personal anecdotes about its lasting impression on families. 01:30 Introduction to currency strength indicator (CSI) 01:30 The speaker thanks the audience and transitions to discussing the British pound. They then introduce the Currency Strength Indicator (CSI), explaining that it provides valuable information about currency pairs. The CSI helps identify which pairs to...
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