Published on June 8, 2026

Brian Shannon was recently featured in a video discussion titled “Anchored VWAP vs Session VWAP: Which is Better?” published by Tactical Edge Trading.

The conversation focused on one of the tools most closely associated with Brian’s work: Anchored VWAP.

When asked about his favorite technical indicator, Brian pointed to the Anchored Volume Weighted Average Price, explaining that it combines price, volume, and time to provide an objective view of who is in control from a specific point in the market.

According to Brian, the strength of Anchored VWAP lies in its ability to measure market behavior from meaningful events such as earnings announcements, significant highs or lows, major news events, or other key turning points. By anchoring to these moments, traders can better understand where participants established positions and how supply and demand may be shifting over time.

The discussion also explored the difference between Anchored VWAP and traditional session VWAP. While session VWAP is commonly used by intraday traders to evaluate the current trading session, Anchored VWAP offers a broader perspective that many swing traders and position traders use to evaluate longer-term market structure.

A key point raised during the conversation was that neither tool should be viewed as a buy or sell signal on its own. Instead, both serve as reference points that help traders evaluate how price is behaving around important levels.

This philosophy has been central to Brian’s educational work for decades. Rather than relying on predictions or opinions, his approach emphasizes understanding market structure, identifying areas of potential supply and demand, and making decisions based on objective information.

Today, traders around the world use Anchored VWAP as part of their market analysis, a methodology Brian has helped popularize through his books, educational content, and daily market commentary.

Inside the Alphatrends Premium Membership, Brian teaches traders how to apply Anchored VWAP in real-world market conditions through daily analysis, trade reviews, and structured educational content focused on price action and risk management.