At VFT Hub, we recently hosted a Market Colour session where we walked participants through a deep dive into the US market indices focusing on the US30, NASDAQ, and US100. My goal was to share not just technical setups but also the mindset and strategy required to trade these volatile instruments effectively.
We began by examining price action across multiple timeframes. On the daily charts, we pointed out that the overall bias remains bullish, but as we zoomed into the lower timeframes, it became clear that the market is showing signs of potential downside risk. This is why we always stress the importance of multi-timeframe analysis what looks like a strong rally on the daily can still present short-term sell opportunities when you refine the view on the 1-hour or 15-minute charts.
We also shared how we approach technical analysis using order blocks, liquidity zones, and fair value gaps (FVGs). These tools help me identify high-probability entry points and profit targets, but only when the market structure confirms them. For example, We explained that after an order block violation, the retest of that level often provides the most reliable entry, especially if it aligns with a clean 1:3 risk-to-reward setup. Many traders fall into the trap of chasing price without waiting for that confirmation, but as we reminded everyone in the session, patience is what separates consistent traders from those who struggle.
Looking at the US market indices, we noted that current price movements are being shaped not just by chart patterns but also by macroeconomic factors like the US debt ceiling and institutional flows post-FOMC. Even with this uncertainty, we highlighted that historically, October often ushers in market rallies, particularly in the US30, S&P 500, and NASDAQ 100. But we cautioned against rushing in early waiting for clear price action confirmation at key support and resistance levels is still essential before taking a position.
Before wrapping up, we emphasized once again the importance of risk management. It’s tempting to jump into every setup, but discipline means only taking trades that are obvious and align with your strategy. Protecting capital always comes before chasing profits.
Next Steps we Shared with Attendees:
- Watch US30, NAS100, and S&P 500 for potential sell setups at identified fair value gap zones.
- Stay alert for an October rally, but let structure confirmation guide your entries.
- Use multi-timeframe analysis to build conviction before taking positions.
- Stick to proper risk management and avoid trades that lack clear confirmation.
- Rejoin us at 2 PM for the New York session where we’ll share updated market insights and help realign trading biases if needed.
As always, these sessions are about more than just finding the next trade they’re about building the habits and strategies that make you a disciplined, consistent trader. If you’ve been following along, you know we’re serious about helping traders level up their analysis and execution skills, whether through daily Market Colour sessions, our FX Bootcamp training, or even automated solutions like the Falcon 2.0 Bot Leasing Service.