Welcome to this beginner’s guide on technical analysis in the share market. If you’re interested in learning how to assess stock prices and make well-informed investment decisions, you’ve come to the right place.
In this guide, we will talk about technical analysis, breaking down its meaning, purpose, types, and how it can be a valuable tool in your investment journey.
Technical analysis of stocks is a method used to evaluate and predict future price movements of stocks, commodities, or any financial instrument by analysing historical price charts, volume data, and various technical indicators. It’s like studying the past behaviour of a stock to make informed decisions about its future behaviour.
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The stock market can seem confusing with all its numbers, charts, and jargon, but technical analysis is like a map that helps you find your way. Instead of focusing on the intrinsic value of a company, as fundamental analysis does, technical analysis of stocks concentrates on the study of price patterns, trends, and market sentiment.
Imagine you’re considering buying shares of Company X. Instead of examining their financial reports and earnings projections (which is what fundamental analysis does), you’d analyse Company X’s historical stock price movements, looking for patterns, support and resistance levels, and other technical indicators. This analysis helps you make more informed buy or sell decisions.
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Charts are the foundation of the technical analysis of stocks. They are graphical representations of a stock’s price movements over time. In India, common chart types include candlestick charts, bar charts, and line charts. Among these, candlestick charts are favoured for their ability to convey a wealth of information in a visually appealing way.
Candlestick charts use coloured candles to represent price movements during a specified time period. A green or white candle typically represents a bullish (upward) movement, while a red or black candle signifies a bearish (downward) movement.
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It proves to be a valuable tool for investors in the Indian stock market. While it doesn’t guarantee success, it provides insights from historical data to guide your decisions. As you begin your investment journey, remember to blend technical analysis of the share market with other strategies, exercise risk management, and continue your learning.
Disclaimer: Investments in the securities market are subject to market risk, read all related documents carefully before investing.
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