Intermediate
Market Structure Mastery
Read price action like a professional trader
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Chapter 1: What is Market Structure?
Market structure is the study of how price moves and creates patterns that reveal the current trend and potential future direction.
The Core Concept
At its heart, market structure is about identifying swing points - the peaks and valleys that price creates as it moves. By connecting these points, you can determine:
- The current trend direction
- The strength of the trend
- Potential reversal points
- Where the "smart money" is likely active
Market Structure Basics
Building...
Higher High
Higher Low
Identifying swing points...
Why Structure Matters
Structure gives you objective rules for determining trend. Instead of guessing, you have clear criteria:
- Uptrend = Higher highs + higher lows
- Downtrend = Lower highs + lower lows
- Ranging = No clear higher/lower pattern
Quick Check
Market structure analysis is based purely on news and fundamentals.
📝Key Takeaways
- 1Market structure = the pattern of swing highs and lows
- 2It provides objective trend identification rules
- 3HH + HL = uptrend, LH + LL = downtrend
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