📉 Common Mistakes in Sideways Markets Markets are currently spending more time consolidating than trending. US indices are hovering near highs without strong follow-through, EUR/USD is moving inside a tight range, and gold and bitcoin show bursts of volatility followed by pauses. This is where many traders quietly lose capital. Here are the key traps 👇 🔁 Overtrading every small move Choppy price action creates false signals. Trade less and focus on clear range boundaries. 🚫 Chasing weak breakouts Sideways markets often fake a breakout and snap back. Wait for a strong close and follow-through before committing. 🎯 Using obvious stop levels Liquidity hunts are common in ranges. Place stops beyond meaningful structure, not just above or below the last candle. 📊 Applying trend strategies in a flat market Tight trailing stops and late momentum entries struggle in consolidation. Consider quicker profit-taking and mean-reversion logic near range edges. 💣 Averaging without a plan Ranges can suddenly break. Always define your invalidation level in advance. 📅 Ignoring upcoming catalysts Data releases or central bank comments can end a range instantly. Know the calendar. Sideways markets reward patience, discipline and smart risk control more than bold predictions. 🧠 Ready to practise with a structured approach? 🚀 Register here: https://my.nordfx.com/en/regis...