Forex Trading Success Is All About Choosing the Right Currency Pair for a Strong Trend
Forex trading success depends on one key decision. Choose the right currency pair. Focus on those with strong trends. This maximizes reward while minimizing noise. Random pairs lead to chop and frustration.
Forex trading success is all about choosing the right currency pair and the starting point is the currency strength indicator. Here strength and weakness in the individual currencies is revealed simply and clearly which is why we call it out sonar on the market. Like the device trawlers use to locate shoals of fish, so we use it to identify reversals and strong trends in the building blocks of the markets – the currencies themselves.
However, when a currency is rising or falling strongly, this does not mean it is doing this across the complex, and so we are constantly looking for the a strong move for the counter currency in the opposite direction. So if the currency is rising strongly, we want to match it with one which is falling equally strongly. Why? Because this will deliver the greatest momentum in the trend.
Why Pair Selection Drives Success
Most traders scan all pairs. This wastes time. Strong trends offer sustained moves. Weak or ranging pairs trap you in sideways action. Relational analysis reveals the best ones. Volume price analysis (VPA) confirms conviction.
Using Quantum Tools to Find Strong Trends
Quantum currency strength indicator ranks currencies live. Extremes show leaders. Pair strongest with weakest for momentum. The currency matrix adds relational depth. Heatmap colors intensity for quick scans. High volume on trend moves validates—VPA at its best.
Practical Steps for Better Pair Choice
Scan majors daily. Focus on top/bottom rankings. Avoid middling currencies. Confirm trend with volume support. Anna Coulling’s VPA approach with Quantum tools turns selection into disciplined edge. Trade fewer, higher-probability pairs.
Forex success is simple with the right focus. Choose pairs for strong trends. Quantum indicators make it reliable and visual. Apply relational VPA for consistent results.
Which Forex Pairs Trend the Strongest – and How Long Do These Trends Last?
Forex pairs behave differently. Some trend strongly and persistently. Others range or chop. Understanding this helps traders choose setups. Volume price analysis (VPA) confirms trend strength. Quantum indicators reveal relational momentum.
Pairs That Trend Strongly
Certain pairs favour sustained trends:
- Carry Trade Pairs (e.g., AUD/JPY, NZD/JPY, USD/TRY): High interest differential drives them. Low-yield JPY borrowed for high-yield AUD/NZD. Trends last months or years in risk-on environments. Low volatility allows carry to compound.
- Commodity-Linked (AUD/USD, USD/CAD): Tie to oil/gold/iron ore. Strong demand phases create multi-month trends.
- Emerging vs Safe-Haven (USD/MXN, USD/ZAR): Risk sentiment amplifies moves—long trends in growth or crisis.
These trend due to fundamental drivers (rates, commodities, risk).
Pairs That Range More
- European Crosses (EUR/GBP, EUR/CHF): Similar economies—low differentials. Often range for weeks/months.
- Low-Vol Majors (EUR/CHF pre-SNB peg break): Stable policy creates congestion.
How Long Do Trends Last?
- Carry Trades: Months to years (e.g., AUD/JPY 2000s bull run lasted ~7 years on rate gaps).
- Commodity-Driven: 3-12 months (oil rally lifts USD/CAD).
- Sentiment Trends: Weeks to months (risk-off yen strength).
- Ranges: Weeks to years (EUR/GBP multi-year channels).
VPA spots duration—high volume continuation = trend persists. Divergence or low volume = fading.
Trading Insights with VPA and Quantum Tools
Focus on trending pairs for momentum. Use Quantum currency strength indicator to rank extremes. Matrix shows relational leaders. VPA confirms—high volume on moves validates longevity.
Anna Coulling’s VPA approach with Quantum tools turns trend selection into disciplined strategy.
Some pairs trend strongly and long. Others range. Choose wisely for your style. Quantum indicators reveal relational strength. VPA confirms conviction.
By Anna Coulling