At Value Flow Trading, we began our market colour session with a moment of silence in honor of the late former Nigerian president, a moment to reflect on leadership, legacy, and the importance of staying grounded, even in volatile markets. From there, we transitioned into a focused discussion on market analysis and real-time trading strategies, particularly across US equities, market indices, and global trading sessions.
We dove deep into the technical setups on US30, US100 (Nasdaq), and the S&P 500, noting key chart structures like order blocks, fair value gaps, and consolidation zones. Our team highlighted how weak price closures below resistance zones in higher timeframes might be setting up for an eventual breakout. We’re watching closely for price reactions near those marked levels, particularly during the New York session when the market tends to reveal its true directional bias.
The team emphasized the importance of using technical analysis in line with institutional levels and market timing. For US100, which has recently moved into a new price territory without strong historical reference points, we recommended a fixed risk-to-reward ratio (1:3 or 1:4) to stay consistent and protect capital. For US30, our traders are advised to observe how price reacts around key blocks. If price struggles to sell into them, it might signal a shift and a chance to ride the move to higher profit targets like 1,296.5 or beyond.
We also explored the relationship between London and New York trading sessions, and how the tech sector’s performance often affects the US dollar (USD) and broader equity moves. This kind of macro understanding is essential, especially when you’re trading with precision strategies or using forex robots to support your decision-making. We reminded traders that patterns like the pre-election year rally might appear reliable, but real edge comes from understanding the underlying catalysts and not just the statistics.
In between strategy talk, we also took questions from the community. Emmanuel asked about how different sessions interact, and we clarified that London often sets the tone, with New York responding and sometimes reversing that pressure. It’s important for all our traders to study the global market dynamics, not just individual pairs or charts in isolation. The market is one organism. From US indices to commodities to forex pairs, everything is connected.
Speaking of commodities, Abigail is hosting a live commodity trading breakdown later today at 2 PM. If you’re interested in understanding what gold is doing, how to approach precious metals during consolidations, or how to prepare for major economic news releases, this is one session you don’t want to miss.
We also shared more details about the upcoming VFT Trader Bootcamp happening on August 2nd at Jabi Lake Event Center, Abuja. Whether you’re a beginner trader, a robot user, or someone looking to fine-tune their psychology and entry models, this event is for you. The bootcamp will cover high-probability trade setups, trading psychology, risk management, and even how to earn passively through forex. We’re also considering adding a virtual attendance option for those outside Abuja. Updates will be shared soon.
Here’s what we recommend for traders following this session. Monitor US30, US100, and S&P 500 for clean buy setups, especially around the New York session open. Mark up your charts with order blocks, FVGs, and critical zones before the bell rings, and stay consistent with your risk-to-reward ratios. Be ready to adapt if price breaks early. Don’t chase, just realign. And don’t forget to register early for the Abuja bootcamp at valueflowtrading.com/tbc.
At VFT, we believe in trading with clarity, not chaos. Whether you’re managing a manual account, deploying a trading robot, or just learning the ropes, we’re here to help you grow through analysis, structure, and community. This is the core of Value Flow Trading, empowering you to trade smarter, deeper, and with more confidence.
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