Market Phases: Uptrend, Downtrend, Consolidation

Markets don’t move in straight lines—they move in phases, and learning to recognize those phases is a game-changer for your trading.

In this lesson, you’ll learn how to identify the three core market phases—uptrend, downtrend, and consolidation—and how to use multi-timeframe analysis to avoid costly mistakes and find better setups.

What you’ll learn:

• The 3 key market phases: Uptrend, Downtrend, Consolidation
• How to spot higher highs, lower lows, and range-bound markets
• Why starting with higher timeframes gives you the real market picture
• How to align lower and higher timeframes to plan smarter trades
• Tips for navigating sideways markets and adjusting your strategy in bear trends

This lesson helps you avoid the trap of trading in the wrong direction—and shows you how to zoom out, read the structure, and trade with purpose.

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