Trade alongside institutions by identifying order blocks, fair value gaps, liquidity sweeps, and market structure shifts.
Advanced15M–4H
Difficulty
Core concepts
Institutions leave footprints in the market. Order blocks (OB), fair value gaps (FVG), breaker blocks, and inducement zones show where banks accumulated positions.
Key terms
BOS — Break of Structure
CHoCH — Change of Character
FVG — Fair Value Gap
OTE — Optimal Trade Entry (0.62–0.79 fib)
Reality check
SMC has a steep learning curve. Plan 3-6 months of study. Paper trade for minimum 60 days. High reward potential but requires deep understanding of market microstructure.