• Get a clear overview of technical analysis
• Improve your profits and your portfolio performance
• Spot investment trends and turning points

Discover what savvy securities traders know

The basic principles of technical analysis allow wise securities traders to interpret real-world market information so they can maximize return on investments. In the fourth edition of this book, a professional market forecaster shows you how to use those principles instead of relying solely on experts. Understand the essentials, discover useful formulas, explore current theories on market trends, and hone your skills in spotting key indicators. You'll even get a look at the first innovation in charting in decades!

Inside...

• Understand technical analysis versus value investing
• Build a system from indicators
• Find out how to read basic bars
• Explore Japanese candlesticks
• See patterns & draw trendlines
• Master dynamic analysis
• Discover secrets of top traders

Grasp and apply the basic principles of technical analysis

Savvy traders know that the best way to maximize return is to interpret real-world market information for themselves rather than relying solely on the predictions of professional analysts. This straightforward guide shows you how to put this into profitable action—from basic principles and useful formulas to current theories on market trends and behavioral economics—to make the most lucrative decisions for your portfolio.

The latest edition of Technical Analysis for Dummies includes a brand-new chapter on making the right decisions in a bull or bear market, an updated look at unique formulas and key indicators, as well as refreshed and practical examples that reflect today today's financial atmosphere.

• Become an expert in spotting market trends and key indicators
• Get the skinny on the latest research on behavioral economics
• Take a deep dive into how to read market sentiment and make it work for you
• Get a look at the first innovation in charting for decades—straight from Japan

With comprehensive coverage from charting basics to the cutting edge, Technical Analysis for Dummies includes everything you need to the make informed independent market decisions that will maximize your profits. Happy trading!