Gaps Are Traps
Gaps in price charts often look exciting. They promise quick profits. But gaps are traps for many traders. Price jumps leave empty space. This attracts chasing buyers or sellers. Volume price analysis (VPA) reveals the truth.
Gaps can indeed be traps as this chart from the YM shows. The price action is from our London forex webinar and forex traders may be wondering why they should be looking at related markets as the futures. And the answer is for a view on broader market sentiment which will then be reflected in the buying or selling of currencies that reflect risk appetite such as the Japanese yen.
Why Gaps Become Traps
Gaps form on news or low liquidity. Retail traders rush in. Professionals fade the move. High volume filling the gap shows conviction. Low volume gaps persist longer. Quantum indicators on NinjaTrader or MT5 highlight gap behavior clearly.
Avoiding Gap Traps with VPA
Wait for volume confirmation before entering. Gaps filling with strong volume signal reversal. Unfilled gaps act as support/resistance later. Anna Coulling’s VPA approach teaches patience—avoid FOMO on gaps. Quantum tools spot professional participation early.
Gaps are traps until proven otherwise. Use volume price analysis to trade them safely. Quantum indicators turn potential pitfalls into disciplined opportunities. Stay cautious and let volume guide you.