technical-analysis

The Relative Strength Index RSI Indicator Explained
The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is a popular momentum tool. It can be used with trend following tools, but more often with volume tools to validate a signal.

Volume Indicators: Money Flow Index (MFI) Indicator Explained
There are three key signals to use to trade profitably with the Money Flow Index Indicator: divergences, overbought / oversold signals, and crossing of the 50.

Technical Analysis Indicators: Leading versus Lagging Indicators
Technical analysis indicators come in two basic varieties: leading and lagging. A trending market works well with lagging indicators, while a trading market more profitable with leading indicators.

Volume Following Indicators: Percentage Volume Oscillator (PVO) Indicator
Just like the MACD, the Percentage Volume Oscillator starts with the 12 day moving average and subtracts the 26 day moving average. Here three main signals are generated with the PVO.

Technical Analysis: Stop Loss & Trailing Stop Loss Orders
Having an exit strategy is vital to the success of any trader. While a variety of methods exist, a stop-loss order is a simple and proven method to capture gains and limit loss.

Technical Analysis: The Secret of Moving Averages Explained
Moving Averages are powerful indicators. They can tell you about trends and buy and sell signals generated. Continue reading to learn the secret of Moving Averages.

Stochastic Indicator Explained
The goal of the Stochastic Oscillator (Fast, Slow, and Full) is to determine if the stock price is in the upper or lower trading range over a set amount of time. Learn the three basic ways to trade the Stochastic Oscillator.

Trend Following Indicators - Part 1: What Is a Trend?
Learn about trend following indicators, ADX, Wilders DMI, Aroon and MACDs. Being able to determine a trend is one of the most important concepts in technical analysis.

MACD Indicator Explained
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) is a combination of moving averages designed to signal a change in trend. Learn the 3 three common approaches when trading the MACD.

Momentum Following Indicators: The TRIX Indicator
The TRIX indicator has become a well used method for momentum traders to determine buy and sell signals. The goal is to super smooth the data security to reduce the volatility and whipsaws.

Trend Following Indicators - Part 2: Trading The Average Directional Index (ADX)
The ADX is an oscillator type indicator that is used to determine the strength of the trend. Learn how to trade the Average Directional Index ADX.

Trend Following Indicators - Part 3: The Directional Movement Index (DMI)
The most common way to trade the DMI indicator is to enter a trade at the crossover point. When the red crosses above the green, go short. If the green crosses above the red, go long.

Volume Indicators: On Balanced Volume (OBV) Indicator
There are a few ways to profitably trade the OBV: divergence and crossovers. Whether you use OBV to spot divergences in prices, or to play smaller volume breakouts, this tool is best used in conjunction with other tools.

Technical Analysis: Parabolic Stop and Reversal (PSAR) Indicator
Developed by technical analyst Welles Wilder who also made the RSI and ADX indicators, the Parabolic Stop and Reversal system has proved a worthy indicator for expert traders. The goal of the PSAR is to determine a trend, and then establish buy and sell signals on that trend.

Technical Analysis - Momentum Indicators: ROC, Stochastic & RSI
Momentum in stocks usually refers to a rate of change, an increase or decrease in pressure. The most popular momentum indicators are Momentum, ROC, Stochastic and RSI.

Volume Following Indicators In Technical Analysis
Many volume trading indicators exist such as the Money Flow Index, On Balanced Volume, Accumulation and Distribution. Whatever methods are employed to track volume, a careful study into how volume works will greatly improve your trading.

Learn How To Trade Support and Resistance Levels
Perhaps one of the strongest concepts in technical analysis is support and resistance. Support and resistance are great clues as to profitable entries and exits, and particularly powerful when combined with other indicators in a complete trading strategy.

Technical Analysis: How to Read a Candlestick Chart
Candlestick charts along with the bar chart are the most popular charts for share trading. They provide a wealth of information and are very easy to read and interpret.

Technical Analysis: Charting: Bar Chart
The bar chart is one of the most commonly used stock charts. The reason for this is that it contains a wealth of information about price action while keeping the chart uncluttered and easy to read.

Technical Analysis: How to Read Point and Figure Charts
While computer charts can easily create flashy charts, there are some distinct advantages to the Point and Figure charts. In this lesson you will Learn How to Properly Read a Point and Figure Chart.

Technical Analysis: Charting: Line Chart
In the world of charting, the line chart is the most basic and easy to read. Line charts can be used by investors just learning to use charts, or by someone who only wants a passing glance at the chart without the extra details.

Technical Analysis: What are Stock Gaps & How to Trade Them
When prices jump right up through a trading range this is called a gap-up. Learn the four major types of gaps and the numerous ways to trade them.

Technical Analysis: How to Read & Trade Chart Patterns
A chart pattern is simply a recognisable trading formation with a predictable outcome. Learn how to read the most common chart patterns and how to trade them including.

Technical Analysis: How to Draw Trend Lines On A Stock Chart
The concept of a trend line is a simple one: connect two points together with a line. Correctly drawing it requires a bit more skill. Below are the 5 steps to drawing a proper trend line.