Market makers move price in a predictable, three-level template over a 3-to-5-day cycle.
The high and low of the Asian session establish "perceived" support and resistance that dealers later manipulate. The Trapping Sessions: London Trapping Session (LTS):
Should appear at the "tapers" of a move, typically during session changeovers or at the end of a stop hunt. Most effective when they occur at the Previous Day High (PDH) or after three pushes to a peak. Confirmation: Often accompanied by a btmm steve mauro part05 trading zone and rul top
The Trading Zone’s placement is not arbitrary; it is strategically located to induce retail traders into making the wrong move. By understanding its location, a BTMM trader waits for specific triggers within this zone rather than jumping on every price fluctuation. The key is to identify a visible stop hunt and look for correct candle formations (such as Doji or Hammer patterns) within this specific zone before a directional trade is taken.
Market makers push price into this zone using 3 aggressive vector candles. These rapid movements induce panic buy or sell orders from retail traders. Timing Windows Market makers move price in a predictable, three-level
: Price must move away from the PF and confirm the formation with a candlestick pattern (e.g., Railroad Tracks, Evening Star).
Once retail traders are trapped, the "real" move begins in the opposite direction. 2. Rules for "Top" (Peak Formation High) Entries Most effective when they occur at the Previous
, often appearing as "M" or "W" patterns at the edges of the previous day's high or low (HOD/LOD). The Trap Zone
: A critical rule in Part 5 is identifying Zone Flips —areas where previous equal highs/lows or pattern necklines (M/W/Head and Shoulders) act as a springboard for price.
on a currency pair like GBP/USD.
The Banker's Trading Mastery Method (BTMM) is a popular trading strategy developed by Steve Mauro, a renowned trader and educator. The BTMM approach focuses on understanding market dynamics, identifying high-probability trades, and managing risk. In Part 05 of the BTMM series, Steve Mauro discusses two critical concepts: the Trading Zone and the Rul Top. This paper will explore these concepts in-depth, providing insights into their significance and application in trading.