If “fundamentals” drive trend changes in financial markets, then shouldn’t the same factors have consistent effects on prices? For example: Positive economic data should ignite a rally, while negative news should initiate decline. In the real world, though, this is hardly the case. This article, Free Insight Into Crude Oil’s Next Big Move,was syndicated by […]
Whilst the simplest candlestick patterns can be successfully recognized by virtually any trader regardless of experience, there are some more advanced patterns which require a bit more skill to successfully identify and often these patterns can lead to excellent profits when interpreted correctly. Often these patterns can contain three or more candlesticks and they must […]
Earlier this month The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) sent gold and financial markets in a tizzy, publishing and article entitled “Central Banks Swap Tons of Gold To Raise Cash, Surprising Market.” The article reported that a few European central banks – no names mentioned – had borrowed close to $14 billion as a 1-year loan […]
There are many tools available to assist veteran and novice traders in trading the financial markets; however, it is the choice of tool and its proper application, in addition to the discipline of the trader that distinguishes the trader as being consistently successful. Fibonacci price projections are such tools used by professional traders to consistently […]
The biggest balloon in the world is deflating. This balloon had been inflated with a quadrillion (1015) dollars, which is to say: This balloon was filled not with air but with debt from around the globe. What will happen as this global debt winds down? In two words: Deflationary Depression — the likes of which […]
The biggest balloon in the world is deflating. This balloon had been inflated with a quadrillion (1015) dollars, which is to say: This balloon was filled not with air but with debt from around the globe. What will happen as this global debt winds down? In two words: Deflationary Depression — the likes of which […]
If inflation is a quiet thief, then deflation is an armed burglar. You wouldn’t invite either into your home, yet chances are that one of the two is stealing your money right now. Elliott Wave International, the world’s largest market forecasting firm, has just released a free report that reveals which of these threats you […]
The last couple of summers have ushered in tremendous price volatility when day trading the ES e-mini contract. There were times when the market volatility was so extreme that normal backing and filling operations (market noise) could easily stop you out of your trade. In fact, if you chose to trade during these volatile periods, […]
Forex trading is actually a 24×7 process, especially for those who are serious about this activity. While trading goes on at all times, it is not always physically possible for any individual to be online and trade the entire time. Common problems like poor internet connectivity, electrical failure as well as technical problems such as […]
While many people spend time yearning for the financial markets to turn back up, a rare few have looked back in time to compare historical markets with the current situation — and then delivered a clear-eyed view of the future informed by knowledge of the past. One who has is Robert Prechter. When he thinks about markets […]
While many people spend time yearning for the financial markets to turn back up, a rare few have looked back in time to compare historical markets with the current situation — and then delivered a clear-eyed view of the future informed by knowledge of the past. One who has is Robert Prechter. When he thinks about markets […]
Ralph Nelson Elliott discovered the Wave Principle in the 1930s. Over the decades, his discovery was kept alive by a handful of individuals. A few of those, such as Bolton, Prechter and Frost, educated investors on how to use pattern analysis in financial markets. To help out Elliott Wave International’s readers in learning the basics […]
Doesn’t that sound obvious and simple, buy low and sell high. Everyone understands that if you buy something for £2.00 and you sell it for £4.00 then you make money and if you buy something for £4.00 and sell it for £1.00 you lose money. So why don’t most investors do exactly that? Why People […]
The following article is an excerpt from Elliott Wave International’s free report, 20 Questions With Deflationist Robert Prechter. It has been adapted from Prechter’s June 19 appearance on Jim Puplava’s Financial Sense Newshour. This article, 20 Questions with Robert Prechter: Devaluation Won’t Work,was syndicated by Elliott Wave International. EWI is the world’s largest market forecasting […]
The following article is an excerpt from Elliott Wave International’s free report, 20 Questions With Deflationist Robert Prechter. It has been adapted from Prechter’s June 19 appearance on Jim Puplava’s Financial Sense Newshour. Jim Puplava: In 1933 at the bottom of the crisis, the Roosevelt administration comes in. In its first week they declare a […]
For those of us who were born without the ability to look at a trading chart and determine potential risk and success, indicators are our best friends. What is an indicator? In this article, an indicator can be simply defined as visual feedback displayed on a chart that is based on market analysis. I’ve found […]
Binary options really came of age in 2008, with the addition of them to the Chicago Board of Exchange (CBOE) and the North American Derivatives Exchange (NADEX). Since then, their popularity has exploded among both the financial trading and gaming industries. Once offered in these major financial exchanges, they became a part of the exchange […]
The U.S. stock market appears to have entered a new bear market since its high at the end of April. While Wall Street generally defines a bear market as a 20% decline, the average bear market drops quite a bit more. As of this writing, the market has declined over 14% from its April high. […]
Most of us are impatient when it comes to getting what we want, and this can include everything from our next meal to a significant return on our investments. But is it really realistic to get a big return on a stock market investment or a real estate property we recently purchased? What about all […]
The following article is an excerpt from Elliott Wave International’s free report, 20 Questions With Deflationist Robert Prechter. It has been adapted from Prechter’s June 19 appearance on Jim Puplava’s Financial Sense Newshour. To read the entire conversation, access the 20-page report here. This article, 20 Questions with Robert Prechter: Signs Point to Deflation,was syndicated […]
The following article is an excerpt from Elliott Wave International’s free report, 20 Questions With Deflationist Robert Prechter. It has been adapted from Prechter’s June 19 appearance on Jim Puplava’s Financial Sense Newshour. To read the entire conversation, access the 20-page report here. Jim Puplava: Bob, I want to pick up from last September. Since […]
There are a staggering number of day trading systems on the market today, and they range from fully automatic systems to exotic systems based upon astrology. The day trading systems which lie between these two extremes are the ones of interest to the average trader. For a novice trader, choosing a system is complex and […]
There has been a lot of debate about what the government is doing to stave off a so-called double-dip recession. Some say it will cause runaway inflation; others say it’s simply delaying the inevitable. The man you’ll hear from below says DEFLATION is the true concern. It’s true that Robert Prechter is a polarizing figure […]
Support and resistance the two terms which keep the most potential place in the field of technical analysis. These two are very common among analyst (or for those who are experienced enough in Stock trading) but are regarded as a complex subject for those who are just learning to trade. Support and resistance are certain […]
When you think of traders you think of these people dealing with numbers and non-stop trading action either on the floor or electronically. In this day and age it is often the latter. While it is true that there has been a lot of traders who have experienced great success, there are also those who […]
Moving averages are one of the most widely followed indicator in technical analysis. Simply put, when the price of an index or stock stays above a particular price moving average line on a chart, that price level serves as support — a level where buyers reside. If the price falls below a moving average line […]
Moving averages are one of the most widely followed indicator in technical analysis. Simply put, when the price of an index or stock stays above a particular price moving average line on a chart, that price level serves as support — a level where buyers reside. If the price falls below a moving average line […]
Individual savings accounts (ISAs) provide enormous tax advantages, that every investor must try to utilize in a portfolio. There are two main types of ISAs: mini-ISAs and maxi-ISAs. Every investor can choose between the two; mini-ISAs and maxi-ISAs cannot be combined in the same tax year. There are three kinds of mini-ISAs, all of which […]
A career in options trading can be one of the most rewarding or frustrating experiences ever. Those who succeed are those who are able to really look within themselves and pin point their needs versus their wants. For example: A guy once shared with me his insights on human behavior. He explained that when people […]
Taking a scaled entry approach to your trading provides benefits in the form of increased flexibility, price discovery and lowering risk. It involves entering your position on a trade in several parts and instead of buying or selling all in one go you take part of your intended position first and then add to your […]
