As traders, volatility can be our greatest friend and our worst enemy. Volatility is simply the compression of time, as the price action moves with speed and momentum, resulting in wide spread or even extreme candles or price bars. In other words, the range of movement has occurred over a very short time, and if we are on the right side of the market, such price moves will be welcomed as we watch our positions increase dramatically. However, they are not so welcome if we are on the wrong side.
Most of the time, we know when to expect volatile price action, at important news releases, at the market open, at rollover, and session crossovers, but more often, it is unexpected and comes out of the blue, which is why we developed the Dynamic Volatility Indicator.
DVI gives us the perfect solution as it signals volatility in real-time, using the principles of average true range. The indicator constantly scans the price action...
In this morning's Forex webinar David & I covered a wide range of topics including the importance of understanding the principle drivers for currencies and currency pairs as well as how to spot and use the simple two candle reversal pattern with vpa and the Quantum indicators.
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The volatility indicator together with reading the volume and understanding its relationship to the price action and candles reveals the cynicism behind the pump & dump of Plug Power. Note too the price channel defined by the accumulation & distribution indicator.
By Anna Coulling
Charts courtesy of Ninjatrader.
Disclaimer: This analysis is for educational purposes only. It is not a buy or sell recommendation.
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How the Volatility Indicator Can Save You from FOMO
FOMO—Fear of Missing Out—is a trader's worst enemy. Sharp price spikes trigger it. Markets surge on news or sentiment. Traders chase the move. But often, it's a trap. Low volume on the spike reveals no real conviction. Reversal follows. The Quantum volatility indicator helps avoid these. It flags expansion phases early. This warns of potential FOMO traps.
As traders we need volatility but it can also trigger FOMO -the fear of missing out and result in bad trading decisions. This is where the Quantum Volatility indicator can help prevent such a situation from developing in the first place. This type of price action is always present at the Wall Street open when volatility is used to trap traders on the wrong side of the market.
Understanding FOMO Traps in Volatile Markets
Volatility creates excitement. Price breaks levels fast. Candles widen dramatically. Retail traders buy highs or sell lows—fearing they'll miss the "big move." But professionals...
One of the important phases of price action in any market is volatility. Why? Because two forces are at work. The first is the emotional fear of missing out, in other words FOMO. The second is the fact this is the time the market makers and insiders are at their most active. They understand FOMO and use it repeatedly to trap traders into weak positions, either following such a move with congestion, increasing the fear further, or simply reversing the price action and taking out stops. Either way it's win win for the insiders and a simple and powerful way for them to make money. Learn how and why in this video and discover how to avoid being trapped.
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Volatility Indicator Forex Picks Up Big Move at London Open
The London forex open often sparks big moves. Volatility surges as Europe joins the action. The Quantum volatility indicator picks these up early. It signals expansion phases. Traders spot high-probability opportunities fast.
The London open can often deliver some dramatic price action, and this morning was no exception with the gbp/aud moving over 100 pips before the start of the session. However, such moves are almost always accompanied by volatility. This is why it is essential to have an indicator that triggers in real time.
Why London Open Drives Volatility
London session overlaps with Europe. Liquidity explodes. Majors like EUR/USD or GBP/USD react strongly. News or positioning creates spikes. Volume price analysis (VPA) confirms conviction—high volume on moves shows real momentum. Low volume warns of traps.
How the Volatility Indicator Works
The Quantum volatility indicator on MT5 or NinjaTrader measures price swings. Spikes highlight potential big moves. It detects expansion before price fully reacts. Combine with...
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How to Trade Forex Ahead of the London Open
The hours ahead of the London forex open are quiet. Asian session winds down. Volatility drops. Many traders wait. But this period offers preparation advantages. Spot early sentiment. Position for London surge. Volume price analysis (VPA) reveals subtle clues.
Session crossovers can catch many traders as volatility enters the market. Using multiple time frames and non-time-based charts can help traders navigate these tricky trading times. This video breaks down the price action on the gbp/aud before the London open.
Why Trade Ahead of London Open
London open (8:00 GMT) brings liquidity explosion. But Asian close sets tone. Carryover momentum often continues. Early positioning avoids crowded entries. Low volume ranges build pressure. VPA spots this—low volume extremes signal potential breakouts.
Quantum currency strength indicator ranks currencies pre-open. This shows relational leaders.
Preparation and VPA Signals
Use the quiet time wisely:
Scan Relational Strength: Quantum matrix highlights extremes. Strong AUD vs weak JPY = risk-on bias.
VPA in Low Volatility:...
