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Order Flow Trading: An Introduction for CFD Traders
Order flow is the deepest level of market analysis. Learn the basics and whether it is worth it. DOM, footprint and delta — the basics and whether it is worth.
What Is Order Flow?
Order flow looks at actual buy/sell orders — who is buying, who is selling, at what sizes. Price moves because of order flow.
Can CFD Traders Use It?
CFD brokers typically do not provide Level II data. Use volume profile and footprint charts as proxies. True order flow needs futures or direct-exchange access.
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Disclaimer: CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 70-80% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. Backtesting does not guarantee future results. Always consider whether you can afford the potential loss of your capital.