Chapter 8: Technical Analysis

In this section

• The Basics of Technical Analysis
  Explore how historical price and volume data guide future market insights, learning core concepts of technical analysis, market psychology, and practical charting examples to improve your investment decisions.
• Chart Analysis
  A comprehensive guide to understanding chart types, candlestick patterns, scales, and volume in technical analysis, along with practical examples, diagrams, and Canadian regulatory considerations.
• Statistical Analysis
  This section explores how statistical techniques—like moving averages, momentum indicators, and volatility measures—provide technical analysts with structured methods to interpret price trends, manage risk, and enhance trading decisions.
• Sentiment Indicators
  Explore how market sentiment reflects investor psychology, uncover contrarian signals from options activity and surging volatility, and learn how breadth indicators and media monitoring can guide effective technical analysis.
• Intermarket Analysis
  Explore how asset classes—like stocks, bonds, commodities, and currencies—interact and shape one another, giving investors crucial signals for market trends and turning points.
• How Technical Analysis Can Be Used
  Discover practical ways to incorporate technical analysis methods—like moving averages, stop-loss orders, and chart patterns—into your investment decisions and portfolio strategies.
• How Technical Analysis and Fundamental Analysis Can Be Used Together
  Discover how Fusion Analysis merges fundamentals with technical signals, refining investment decision-making and enhancing risk management.