- Part 1. Understanding the Basics
On the charts, this is one piece of confluence, not a standalone signal — it works best layered with market structure and volume rather than traded in isolation. A Fair Value Gap (FVG) in ICT methodology is the three-candle imbalance where the first candle's wick doesn't overlap the third candle's wick, leaving a price gap the market is theorized to often return to "fill." An order block is the last opposing candle before a strong displacement move — the idea being that's where institutional orders were absorbed before price accelerated away. Neither concept is empirically validated by peer-reviewed research; they're price-action heuristics that traders combine with market structure and volume for confirmation rather than trading in isolation.
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The landscape has shifted dramatically. What worked five years ago may not work today. Stay ahead by understanding current market dynamics and how they affect your trading decisions.
Part 3. Practical Application
Theory is useless without execution. Here is how to apply these concepts in your daily trading routine. Start small, journal everything, and scale what works.
Part 4. Using TRADZY to Gain an Edge
TRADZYs platform helps you implement these concepts systematically. From automated import to advanced analytics, see exactly where your edge comes from and where it leaks.
FAQ
Are Fair Value Gaps always filled by price eventually?
No — FVGs are a probabilistic heuristic, not a guarantee; many gaps never get revisited, especially in strongly trending markets, so they should be one confluence factor, not a standalone signal.
How do I implement this in my trading?
Begin by journaling your current approach in TRADZY, then layer in these concepts one at a time. Measure results before scaling.
Is this suitable for beginners?
Yes, but start with smaller position sizes while learning. The concepts apply regardless of account size.
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