Navigating The Charts Flashcards
what do trading charts show?
trading charts provide a detailed historical account of how prices have fluctuated over time
what is investors’ preferred chart type?
line charts
which chart is more detailed, line chart or candlestick chart?
candlestick chart, offers up to 5x more detail
what does a green candlestick bar indicate?
price rise
what does a red candlestick bar indicate?
price drop
what do the wicks on a candlestick bar indicate?
the highest & lowest price during a period
how do shorter time frames impact a trader’s decision making?
shorter time frames means faster action and quicker decision making
what impact does longer time frames have on traders?
longer time frames allow you to observe the price action at a laid back pace