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  1. Trading Strategies Based on Volume, Part 2: Confirming Trends - Volume should increase during moves in the direction of a true trend

    by , 10-06-2014 at 02:44 PM
    Talking Points:

    • Volume can help confirm a trend
    • Volume should increase during moves in the direction of a true trend
    • The EUR/USD is a current example of these principles

    Trend trading is a staple in my Forex trading account; identifying the predominant direction a pair is heading and only looking for opportunities that trade in the same direction. But sometimes it is difficult to decipher whether a chart displays a trend or not. It can also be difficult to know ...
  2. Trading Strategies Based on Volume, Part 1: Confirming Breakouts

    by , 10-03-2014 at 12:59 PM
    Talking Points:

    • Volume can increase our win rate when used properly
    • Larger volume during a breakout can confirm the move is valid

    Volume is an extremely popular trading tool when trading stocks, options, futures, and many other instruments. But when it comes to Forex, we do not see many traders using volume. The reason is that the Forex market is decentralized and the overall market volume is not available.

    The solution for this is FXCM’s new Real ...