During this recording of a portion of the Sept. 24, 2026, EURUSD day‑trading session, the market turned out to be pretty quiet. Over roughly 45 minutes, price moved about 7.5 pips while hovering near a range high. In hindsight, it may seem obvious this wasn’t an ideal environment for active day trading—at least not for most traders. But most people get lured in; they don’t know when or how to stay out, or why.
Throughout the 45-minute recording, I’m talking through why I don’t like certain trades, what could create problems, and what would need to change for a good opportunity to form.
Being able to recognize when not to trade is just as important as knowing when to pull the trigger. Some periods simply don’t offer high‑quality setups, and protecting your capital during those tougher stretches is critical. This video is really about developing that clarity—understanding why you’re staying out, and how you decide whether a setup is worth taking based on what the market is actually showing you.
I also walk through one setup from earlier in the session that I did like, explaining what made it stand out compared to the quieter, more problematic conditions that followed.
I have compiled a load of information on day trading EURUSD in the EURUSD Day Trading Course.
Take what’s useful and leave the rest.
Cory Mitchell, CMT
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