ICT Topical Study - Dealing Ranges

Sep 18, 2026

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This technical study explores the concept of dealing ranges within the framework of Inner Circle Trader (ICT) methodology, focusing on the US Dollar Index (DXY) as a barometer for market direction. The document provides detailed visual and analytical guidance on identifying buy-side and sell-side liquidity, differentiating between genuine market structure shifts and smart money accumulation. By understanding bullish order flow and higher time frame bias, traders can better align their strategies with institutional market movements, effectively mitigating the risks of trading against the primary trend. The material emphasizes the importance of recognizing how liquidity sweeps facilitate institutional positions, allowing price to be driven higher or lower in accordance with broader market trends. Designed for intermediate to advanced traders, this content offers a structured approach to interpreting price action, liquidity traps, and order flow dynamics in foreign exchange markets, ensuring a disciplined execution of trading strategies.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages44

Reading Time1 h 51 min

AccessFree to download

ICT Topical Study - Dealing Ranges

Usefulness and Market Analysis

Identifying Liquidity and Order Flow

US Dollar Index Barometer

FAQs

What is the primary role of the US Dollar Index (DXY) in this study?

The DXY acts as a barometer; when expecting higher prices for the dollar, one can anticipate lower prices for foreign currencies against the USD.

How does the document define a dealing range in the context of institutional order flow?

A dealing range is established after liquidity sweeps, where smart money buys up sell-side liquidity to effectively drive the price higher in alignment with the bullish order flow.

Why does the author warn against looking for shorts in the presented scenario?

The study notes that an uptrend existed prior to the price run-up; therefore, looking for short positions would mean trading against the primary bullish trend.

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