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Wyckoff Theory

Master the art of reading institutional footprints through Wyckoff methodology. Understand accumulation, distribution, and trade with smart money.

4
Market Phases
10
Wyckoff Events
Multiple
Trading Setups
Key
Volume Logic
Foundation

Introduction to Wyckoff

Learn the foundation of Wyckoff Theory - understanding market structure through the lens of supply, demand, and the Composite Man.

📚 Foundation
Market Phases

Accumulation Phase

The phase where smart money quietly builds positions before a markup. Learn to identify when institutions are accumulating.

📈 Bullish
Market Phases

Markup Phase

The trending phase where price moves up after accumulation. Understand the characteristics of a healthy markup.

📈 Bullish
Market Phases

Distribution Phase

The phase where smart money distributes their positions to retail traders. Learn the warning signs of distribution.

📉 Bearish
Market Phases

Markdown Phase

The downtrend phase following distribution. Understand how markdown unfolds and what to expect.

📉 Bearish
Wyckoff Events

Selling Climax (SC)

A climactic event marking potential end of a downtrend. Panic selling creates the foundation for accumulation.

📈 Bullish
Wyckoff Events

Automatic Reaction (AR)

The natural bounce after a Selling Climax. Establishes the trading range top.

⚖️ Neutral
Wyckoff Events

Secondary Test (ST)

A retest of the SC area on reduced volume. Confirms supply absorption.

⚖️ Neutral
Wyckoff Events

Buying Climax (BC)

A climactic event marking potential end of an uptrend. High volume exhaustion at the top.

📉 Bearish
Wyckoff Events

AR in Distribution

The natural drop after a Buying Climax. Establishes the distribution range bottom.

📉 Bearish
Wyckoff Events

ST in Distribution

A retest of the BC area on reduced volume. Confirms demand weakness.

📉 Bearish
Wyckoff Events

Spring

A false breakdown below support that traps sellers. One of the most powerful bullish signals in Wyckoff.

📈 Bullish
Wyckoff Events

Upthrust

A false breakout above resistance that traps buyers. The bearish equivalent of the Spring.

📉 Bearish
Wyckoff Events

Last Point of Support (LPS)

The final pullback in accumulation before markup begins. Offers low-risk entry opportunities.

📈 Bullish
Wyckoff Events

Last Point of Supply (LPSY)

The final rally in distribution before markdown begins. Offers low-risk short entry opportunities.

📉 Bearish
Advanced Concepts

Cause & Effect (Volume Logic)

Understanding how volume accumulation in ranges creates the 'cause' for subsequent price moves (effect).

⚖️ Neutral
Advanced Concepts

Springs & Upthrusts Explained

Deep dive into springs and upthrusts - volume requirements, confirmation, and trading execution.

⚖️ Neutral
Advanced Concepts

ABCDE Swing Structure

Master the internal anatomy of trading ranges - understanding the 5 key swings that define Accumulation and Distribution.

⚖️ Neutral
Advanced Concepts

Wyckoff + Supply & Demand

Mapping Wyckoff concepts to Supply & Demand zones for precise trade execution.

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Practical Trading

How to Trade Wyckoff

Practical guide to trading Wyckoff setups - entries, stops, targets, and common mistakes to avoid.

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