Smart Money Concepts

Break of Structure (BOS)

Definition

When price breaks a significant swing high in an uptrend or swing low in a downtrend, confirming the continuation of the current trend. A BOS validates that the prevailing trend remains intact.

Example

In an uptrend, price breaking above the previous swing high is a bullish BOS, confirming buyers remain in control.

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