Fundamental and technical analysis are arguably the two main types of stock analysis, and great strategies to understand. We’ve already covered technical analysis in a previous blog post. This blog post will cover all you need to know if you’re[…..]
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The SEC is a regulatory body that protects the securities market and aims to provide transparency between public companies and the actual public. Companies, investors, or institutions may be required to fill out SEC filings in certain scenarios. There are[…..]
Volume is an important factor for day traders, and it relates to how many shares of a particular stock is traded for a given time period. This helps traders understand how liquid the stock is, which is important for day[…..]
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When you decide to start trading, one of the first steps is to open your broker account. After deciding which broker to go with, you are given two choices: cash vs margin accounts. The account type you open can affect[…..]
Moving averages (MA) are one of the most common technical indicators available to traders. This tool comes in many forms: simple, exponential, and weighted. Moving averages make it easier to spot trends on a chart, help find support and resistance[…..]