Smart Money Concepts (SMC) empower traders to understand the invisible hand of institutional players ("smart money") in markets. By analyzing liquidity, the lifeblood of price movements, SMC equips you to anticipate potential breakouts and identify high-probability entry points. Let's dive into key concepts: Liquidity Types: ● ERL (External Range Liquidity) :...
Contraction, Expansion, and Trend Phase *also known as the Forex Master Pattern * The contraction, expansion, and trend phase, or the Forex master pattern, is a trading methodology that focuses on identifying and capitalizing on the recurring patterns and phases that occur in the markets. They are based on the concept of these three market cycles. ...
Good morning, today I would like to draw your attention to a model that I am integrating into my analyses for this year. In this model, we define simple structural changes either downwards or upwards, in this context downwards using two BOS. Subsequently, we define the main demand zone where the price retests. After the retest, the price breaks upwards the...
5 STEPS SMART MONEY CONCEPT MODEL Break of Structure (BOS): Definition: A Break of Structure occurs when the market provides the initial indication that the price is likely to reverse. For example, a new lower low and lower high signal a disrupted market structure, indicating a forthcoming reversal to the downside. Trading Approach: Traders typically align...
Fair Value Gap Trading Strategy To implementing a fair value gap as a trading strategy you need to understand these three basic components of this trading strategy. Time Liquidity Hunt Market Structure Shift Fair Value Gap Let’s begin by discussing the importance of time in trading. According to ICT Trader, time is considered to be fractal, meaning that...
Due to the great popularity of the Smart Money Concept approach, traders around the world are learning how to identify Order Block in the best way possible. Although there are different variations of the approach, the logic remains the same - accurately identifying a large limit volume in order to get the best entry point and catch the movement of a major...
Here's an analysis of various candlestick patterns commonly used in technical analysis of financial markets: Dragonfly Doji: This candlestick has a small body with a long lower shadow and no upper shadow, indicating significant price exploration lower but closing near the opening price. It is often interpreted as a signal of a potential bullish reversal. Morning...
In the today's article, we will discuss how smart money manipulate the market with a bullish trap. In simple words, a bullish trap is a FALSE bullish signal created by big players. With a bullish trap, the smart money aims to: 1️⃣ Increase demand on an asset, encouraging the market participant to buy it. 2️⃣ Make sellers close their positions...
☝️Dear traders, no one here has superpowers, and I'm as well just a human. Please take everything with a degree of doubt and critique. I'm just sharing my view and one of the possible scenarios of price action. When I enter I try to predict as little as possible and actually follow what the market is doing, joining the market and not arguing with it or forcing my...
In the today's post, we will discuss one of the most crucial concepts in SMC - Change of Character. Change of Character relates to market trend analysis. In order to understand its meaning properly, first, we will discuss how Smart Money traders execute trend analysis. 🔘 Smart Money Traders apply price action for the identification of the direction...
Greetings, fellow traders! Today, let's delve into the fascinating world of liquidity, pivot points, and how they can be essential elements in your trading strategy. Understanding the relationship between these factors can provide you with valuable insights into potential price reversals and market sentiment. 💡📈 🤔 What is Liquidity? Liquidity refers to how easily...
Use any economic calendar to monitor news releases. (forexfactory, myfxbook). Below is how I adapt to news when trading my personal edge, including the pairs GBPUSD, EURUSD, AUDUSD and XAUUSD in my times. If you have tested pairs with other currencies, for example with CAD etc, make sure to be aware of related news there too. Which news do I adapt to: 💀...
👑 Pre-Trading Sessions & Planning: 🔥 Key Details + Concepts -------------------------------------- (Psychological, Technical & Concepts): 🟠 Psychological: - Don’t trade if your emotions aren’t aligning with what is on the screen. - If you’re not super happy about entering, and you don’t fully accept the loss, don’t take the trade. - Don’t ‘force’...
👑Price inefficiencies are also known as imbalances, gaps or voids. Healthy price action moves in a zigzag fashion, making highs and lows in line with the directional bias at any given moment. When price isn’t trending we find it consolidates, in which case highs lows are still being made. However, we may also see price move in straight lines with huge volume and...
The ABCs of Risk Management in Stock Trading Introduction In the exhilarating world of stock trading, mastering the art of risk management is a crucial skill that separates successful traders from the rest. Effective risk management is all about safeguarding your capital and minimizing potential losses while maximizing opportunities for profit. In this blog...
Value Investing - Unearthing Hidden Gems in the Market Introduction In the world of investing, where trends and market sentiments often drive decision-making, value investing stands out as a timeless strategy embraced by legendary investors. Value investing involves searching for undervalued assets that have the potential to deliver substantial returns in the...
Order Blocks Explained Now we'll look at one of the important concepts we utilize to find our precise entry points: order blocks. So, what exactly is an order block? An orderblock is a visible spot on the chart where a large order is being placed on the market. You'll notice the order being placed, followed by a quick move from that region, leaving behind...
It’s taking the world by a storm. Smart Money Concepts is what has become famous lately. Now I’ve been trading for 20 years and even I have learnt to adapt and adjust SMC to my trading strategy. I guess we have to evolve and adapt with what there is. Anyways, today I’ve written a complete Glossary on Smart Money Concepts terms for you. Enjoy! SMART MONEY...