Welcome to the first episode of ICT Mentorship 2022, where we delve into the world of Inner Circle Trader (ICT) and explore his trading strategies and insights.
In this blogpost, we focus on the important elements of a trade setup, including identifying liquidity and imbalances, using Fibonacci levels and the 50% marker, and timing trades during the sweet spot of 8:30 am to 11:00 am EST. We’ll also discuss the concept of the Fair Value Gap (FVG) and how to use it to enter and exit trades. Join us as we explore the world of ICT and learn valuable trading techniques for success in the markets.
Key Point of ICT Model 2022 Episode 1
- Wait for the Start of London or New York Kill Zones
- Wait Algorithm Take Buy Side or Sell Side Liquidity
- Wait for the shift in market Structure
- Wait Market Fill The Fair Value Gap
Explanation of ICT Mentoship 2022 Episode 1
To set up a trade, first mark the buy-side and sell-side liquidity on the 15-minute timeframe. Wait for the start of the New York “kill zone” and watch for the market to hunt sell stops or grab sell-side liquidity before the actual movement begins. When the market moves in an upward direction or there is a shift in market structure, wait for the occurrence of a Fair Value Gap (FVG), which is a three-candlestick pattern. The market will come down to fill the FVG and then move in an upward direction. Set the trade target at equal highs or liquidity.
Sell or buy-side liquidity can be found in the form of Asian High or Low, London High or Low, or the previous day’s high or low.
Overall, it’s important to anticipate stop hunts and look for sources of liquidity when expecting lower or higher prices. Using Fibonacci levels and the 50% point can help determine market direction and where algorithms may push the market. And for ICT, the sweet spot for trading is between 8:30 am to 11:00 am EST.

This chart shows the EURUSD market. Initially, the market targeted the buy side liquidity or buy stops to move in a downward direction. Following this, a shift in market structure occurred, leaving an inefficiency in the form of a Fair Value Gap. The market then moved up to fill the FVG and continued in a downward direction.

This XAUUSD market chart highlights how the market initially targeted sell side liquidity or sell stops to move in an upward direction. As a result of this move, a shift in the market structure occurred, creating an inefficiency in the form of a Fair Value Gap. The market then continued to move upward and filled the FVG, maintaining its upward momentum.