ICT Market Structure Shift (MSS): Definition, Patterns and Trading Strategy

A market structure shift (MSS) is an ICT concept that signals a potential trend reversal. In an uptrend or downtrend, the price forms consecutive highs and lows. If a strong price impulse disrupts this established structure, the market may be about to change direction.However, a break of a key level does not always signal a trend reversal. To confirm an MSS, traders need to assess the strength of the move, identify liquidity zones, and observe how price reacts. This article explains bullish and