Boom & Crush - ICT strategy
Contributed by washiecy
Improved by Laravel Company · 2026-09-07
Improved prompt:
Develop a comprehensive "Deriv Boom and Crush" trading strategy that closely mirrors the structure and logic of the popular "ICT" (Inside Bar, Counter-Attack) approach, while being tailored for derivatives markets such as futures and options.
Your task is to:
Detailedly describe the strategy's core components, including entry and exit signals, position sizing, risk management, and profit-taking rules.
Provide clear, step-by-step explanations of how to identify key setups like the "Boom" phase (where price breaks out of a tight consolidation) and the "Crush" phase (where the breakout reverses sharply).
Include specific technical indicators and chart patterns required for the strategy, such as:
a. Timeframes: Which chart timeframes are optimal for this approach (e.g., 15-min, 30-min, 1-hour)?
b. Key indicators: Which moving averages, volatility measures, or momentum oscillators are crucial for generating signals?
c. Pattern recognition: How to identify the distinctive "Boom and Crush" pattern on the charts?
Explain how the strategy would be applied in the context of the derivatives market, considering factors like:
a. Leverage: How much leverage should be used to amplify returns without excessive risk?
b. Hedging: Should protective measures like options or stop-loss orders be employed?
c. Contract selection: Which specific futures or options contracts would be best suited for this approach?
Provide a sample trade walk-through, showing a real-world example of applying the strategy to a specific market scenario.
Discuss potential challenges and how to mitigate them, such as:
a. False signals: How to avoid whipsaw losses from premature entry or exit signals?
b. Market conditions: In which market environments does this strategy perform best and worst?
Include a summary checklist for easy reference, outlining the key elements of the "Deriv Boom and Crush" strategy.
Ensure your response is:
- Well-structured, with clear headings and subheadings
- Written in plain language, avoiding excessive jargon
- Specific and actionableâreaders should be able to immediately understand how to implement the strategy
- Backed by solid reasoning and market analysis
Original prompt (before our improvements)
Create a deriv boom and crush trading strategy based on the ICT strategy.