ICT Power of Three (PO3) Explained

What is Power of Three in ICT?

A model describing a directional price cycle through accumulation, manipulation and distribution.

Definition of Power of Three

A three-phase framework: consolidation/positioning, a deceptive move through liquidity, then expansion in the intended direction.

How to identify Power of Three

Mark the relevant range and session/day open; look for a false move through one side followed by displacement toward the opposite side.

Bullish Power of Three example

price ranges, dips below the range (manipulation), then expands higher.

Bearish Power of Three example

price ranges, spikes above it, then expands lower.

Power of Three chart examples

Practical trading example

During a bullish daily narrative, price trades below the opening range early, reclaims it, then expands toward BSL.

Common mistakes and important notes

PO3 is a model lens, not a fixed daily sequence. Not every day has all three clean phases.

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