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Chart Patterns

Descending triangle

Pattern Description:

The descending triangle is a bearish formation that usually forms during a downtrend as a continuation pattern and indicates distribution. Once the horizontal line has been broken, the downside target should correspond to the height of the triangle, projected below the horizontal support line. While this pattern is in the process of formation, volume tends to be low but rises substantially on a break of the support line.

What is MetaStock?

This video provides a brief description of what MetaStock is and how it can help your trades.

How to Take a Loss

by Brett N. Steenbarger, Ph.D.

There are quite a few books written on how to make money in the market. Some of them are even written by people who have made money as traders! What you don’t see often, however, are books or articles written on how to lose money. “Cut your losers and let your winners run” is commonsensical advice, but how do you determine when a position is a loser? Interestingly, most traders I have seen don’t formulate an answer to this question when they put on a position. They focus on the entry,...

Apple- Buy the dip?

2025-10-13 by Tim Straiton

After having broken above its 200 day moving average in August 2025, Apple has performed extremely well, culminating in a high of $259 in early October. The stock is well above its rising 200 day moving average of $222.

Last week's price action has seen channel support broken both in the price and also in the MACD-V and the money flow index. For those brave operators attempting to buy the dip, make sure a protective stop is in place.

Disclaimer

Our opinions are not a recommendation to buy or sell a security. Your decision whether or not to open a transaction should be based on your own due diligence and not on any representation we make to you

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