Follow Through into the US Session as the Trends Continue from London
Follow through into the US session often extends London trends. The overlap brings high liquidity. Volume surges as New York joins. This confirms or accelerates moves started earlier. Traders watch for continuation signals.
The trends in the London forex session continued throughout the morning and into the US forex session with the GBP/NZD in focus. We also take a look at commodity currencies and support and resistance using both MT5 and the NinjaTrader accumulation and distribution indicator.
Volume Price Analysis in Overlap
Volume price analysis (VPA) reveals follow through clearly. High volume on trend-direction candles shows conviction. London setups with volume support carry into US hours. Low volume pullbacks offer entries. Quantum Trend Monitor on MT5 or NinjaTrader stays aligned for confidence.
Why US Session Extends London Moves
US open overlaps London close. Institutional flows drive momentum. Trends from London gain strength on volume spikes. Quantum currency strength indicator highlights leaders crossing sessions. Matrix shows relational continuity.
Practical Trading Tips
Stay with London trends if volume confirms. Enter on US open breaks with support. Avoid forcing trades on low volume. Anna Coulling’s VPA approach with Quantum tools turns overlap volatility into consistent opportunities.
Follow through from London to US rewards disciplined traders. Quantum indicators make spotting continuation reliable. Capitalize on session momentum for better results.
The US Forex Session Open: Picking Up from London and Handling Fundamentals
The US forex session open is a pivotal moment. New York joins around 8:30 AM ET (13:30 GMT). This overlaps with London for ~3-4 hours. Liquidity peaks. Momentum often carries from London. Volatility surges. Traders prepare for strong moves.
Picking Up Momentum from London
London sets early tone with European data. Trends form. As US opens, institutional flows amplify. London trends continue or accelerate. Volume price analysis (VPA) spots conviction—high volume on moves from overlap shows real momentum. Low volume warns of traps.
Quantum Trend Monitor on MT5 or NinjaTrader aligns direction across sessions. Currency strength indicator ranks USD as it wakes.
Fundamentals 30 Minutes Later
Many US releases hit 30 minutes after open (8:30 AM ET):
- NFP (first Friday).
- CPI, retail sales, PMI.
- This timing maximizes impact—markets positioned from London.
Reactions spike. VPA confirms—high volume post-data validates direction. Low volume spikes signal false moves.
Trading the US Open
Focus on USD pairs (EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/JPY). Watch London carryover. Enter on volume-confirmed continuation. Prepare for news volatility. Quantum volatility indicator flags spikes. Stay patient—wait for VPA support.
The US open picks up London’s baton. Fundamentals add fuel. Quantum tools with VPA deliver disciplined trades in overlap chaos.
By Anna Coulling