October 23, 2025

Reading the Fight: How Order Flow Tells the Real Story of the Market

39 minutes

In this episode of the Mind Over Markets podcast, George Papazov delves into the intricacies of order flow trading, emphasizing the importance of understanding market structure and the dynamics between buyers and sellers.

He breaks down the concept of order flow into three key phases:

initiation,
continuation,
and termination,

The discussion also highlights the psychological aspects of trading, illustrating how emotions can impact market behavior. By aligning with the winning side and interpreting order flow effectively, traders can enhance their decision-making and improve their overall trading success.

Takeaways

Order flow trading reveals the underlying battle between buyers and sellers.

Understanding market structure is crucial for effective trading.

Order flow can be broken down into three phases: initiation, continuation, and termination.

Practical application of order flow involves real-time analysis and labeling of market actions.

The psychology of traders influences market movements and order flow dynamics.

Heavy buying without price movement can indicate underlying selling pressure.

Traders must align with the winning side to achieve success in trading.

Market orders drive price movement, while limit orders provide context.

Recognizing emotional responses in trading can lead to better decision-making.

Order flow trading is about understanding intention, not just price action.

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