135. Forex Trading Strategies for Turbulent Times

How do you trade when markets go wild? In this episode of Let’s Talk Forex, Alison and Chris dive deep into extreme market conditions—those nerve-racking periods of intense volatility when technical levels fail, the VIX spikes, and currencies swing wildly.
From the recent U.S.-China trade tensions and inflation shocks to central bank surprises, we break down:

• What defines extreme market conditions
• How Forex markets behave under pressure
• Smart strategies for adapting your trading style
•  Essential tools like ATR, VIX, and correlation matrices
•  The psychology of trading during chaos—and how to stay disciplined
•  Tips for protecting your capital and staying in the game

Whether you're a seasoned trader or just learning the ropes, this episode will give you practical tactics to survive—and potentially thrive—when markets go off the rails.

 

Watch the episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/soCEPzoa254 

 

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