Break of Structure (BOS) Explained: The Key to Spotting Trend Shifts šš
Imagine a fortress wallāsolid, impenetrableāuntil a single crack forms. That crack signals structural weakness. In trading, a Break of Structure (BOS) is that crackāit marks the moment when the market shifts direction, giving traders a clue about potential reversals or continuations.
1ļøā£ What is a BOS?
A BOS occurs when price breaks a significant swing high or low, disrupting the previous trend. In an uptrend, a BOS forms when a higher low gets taken out. In a downtrend, it happens when a lower high is breached.
2ļøā£ Why Does BOS Matter?
It signals a potential trend shift. If an uptrend consistently forms higher highs and higher lows, but suddenly a lower low appearsāthatās a BOS. Smart traders donāt chase; they wait for confirmation.
3ļøā£ How to Trade It
After a BOS, wait for a retest of the broken level. If the price rejects it and confirms the new trend, thatās your entry signal. Combining BOS with volume and liquidity analysis strengthens conviction.
4ļøā£ False BOS Traps
Not every break confirms a trend change. Whales often push price beyond a key level to trigger stop hunts before reversing. Look for confluenceāstrong momentum and confirmation signals matter.
Mastering BOS helps traders avoid FOMO and trade with precision. Recognize the cracks before the wall crumbles.
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