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The price moved so fast that an area was left in between without proper trading.
Published by The Retail Trader · JUL 31, 2026 · Market Structure
Fair Value Gap / Imbalance — Price fluctuates so rapidly that an area is left in between without proper trading. The market often returns to normal use.
This term comes under Market Structure, in the section “ZONE-BASED THINKING”. New traders draw lines, create experienced log zones — because orders are placed in an area, not at an exact price:
Other terms in this group — understanding them together is more useful:
• Supply Zone
• Demand Zone
• Order Block
• Liquidity
• Liquidity Grab / Stop Hunt
• Equal Highs / Equal Lows
• Mitigation
• Consolidation Zone
To read the entire group and all its examples in one place, see the journal "MARKET STRUCTURE: LEVELS, ZONES and SWINGS" - this term is taken from there.
This entry is for educational purposes only and is not a recommendation to buy or sell. Exchanges change charges, margins, lot sizes and expiry rules from time to time, so verify any figures with your broker or exchange.