The Art and Science of Technical Analysis: Market Structure, Price Action, and Trading Strategies: 544 (Wiley Trading) - Hardcover

A breakthrough trading book that provides powerful insights on profitable technical patterns and strategies The Art and Science of Technical Analysis is a groundbreaking work that bridges the gaps between the academic view of markets, technical analysis, and profitable trading. The book explores why randomness prevails in markets most, but not all, of the time and how technical analysis can be used to capture statistically validated patterns in certain types of market conditions. The belief of the book is that buying and selling pressure causes patterns in prices, but that these technical patterns are only effective in the presence of true buying/selling imbalance. The Art and Science of Technical Analysis is supported by extensive statistical analysis of the markets, which will debunk some tools and patterns such as Fibonacci analysis, and endorse other tools and trade setups. In addition, this reliable resource discusses trader psychology and trader learning curves based on the author's extensive experience as a trader and trainer of traders. * Offers serious traders a way to think about market problems, understand their own performance, and help find a more productive path forward * Includes extensive research to validate specific money-making patterns and strategies * Written by an experienced market practitioner who has trained and worked with many top traders Filled with in-depth insights and practical advice, The Art and Science of Technical Analysis will give you a realistic sense of how markets behave, when and how technical analysis works, and what it really takes to trade successfully.

This book, written for both the self-directed and institutional trader, explores the tools and techniques of discretionary trading—the art of trading. Not just a collection of trading patterns and ideas, this is a book that looks deeply into the art of technical analysis, and gives traders the tools and techniques they need to profit in today's competitive marketplace.

Divided into four informative parts, this reliable guide shows traders how to incorporate a rigorously researched trading methodology into a discretionary framework. Along the way, you'll learn a method of looking at charts that focuses on the supply/demand dynamics that move all markets, specific trading patterns the author has used profitably for over a decade, and psychological techniques to deal with the stresses of trading. You will also come to a new understanding of the role risk management and position sizing play in the trading process, and dive into the path of growth and trader development that leads a trader from beginner to professional.

Created with the serious trader in mind—whether individual or institutional— The Art and Science of Technical Analysis puts the author's approach in perspective and will put you on a path to consistent profits. Topics covered throughout the book include everything from the foundations of technical analysis and market structure to trading strategies, indicators and other confirming factors, sizing trades and managing positions, and tips for evaluating your performance and growth as a trader.

Engaging and accessible, The Art and Science of Technical Analysis—along with its informative appendices—will give you the edge needed to improve your trading endeavors.