ICT Lower High (LH) Explained

What is Lower High in ICT?

A swing high below the previous relevant swing high.

Definition of Lower High

A confirmed pivot high at a lower price than the prior selected swing high.

How to identify Lower High

Compare confirmed pivot highs on the same timeframe; check the subsequent low and break.

Bullish Lower High example

price breaks above the LH, potentially signaling a shift.

Bearish Lower High example

LH followed by LL supports downtrend structure.

Lower High chart examples

Practical trading example

Price rallies to 95 after a prior high of 100, then turns down; 95 is a LH if it is a valid pivot.

Common mistakes and important notes

A single LH can occur inside a larger uptrend. Use higher-timeframe context.

Related ICT concepts

Part of Market Structure. New to ICT? Start with the beginner guide.