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A series of technical articles looking at the spread betting markets including Channel Trading, Managing Positions, Techniques for Trading Economic Announcements, Designing Your Own Trading System, Combining Technical and Fundamental Analysis and more:

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Stock Market Technical Analysis Stock Market Technical Analysis
Daily stock market technical analysis with market direction, support/resistance levels, RSI, MAs etc. Each stock market analyst gives their opinion on the technicals and...read full article: Stock Market Technical Analysis.
Forex Technical Analysis Forex Technical Analysis
Daily forex technical analysis with market direction & support/resistance levels for EURUSD, GBPUSD & USDJPY. The forex analysis reviews the MAs, technical pivot points, stochastics, RSI and...read full article: Forex Technical Analysis.
Commodities Technical Analysis Commodities Technical Analysis
Daily commodities technical analysis reviewing support/resistance levels and market direction for crude oil, gold and other commodity markets. Each technical analyst gives their view on...read full article: Commodities Technical Analysis.
Stock Market Spread Betting Strategy Stock Market Spread Betting Strategy
This detailed stock market index spread betting strategy guide covers technical indicators, entry/exit points and setting stop losses as well as a case study following the DAX with...read full article: Stock Market Spread Betting Strategy.
Techniques for Trading Economic Announcements Techniques for Trading Economic Announcements
A look at techniques for trading economic indicators. What to do before an announcement, the announcement itself and trading the aftermath of the release. In each case we...read full article: Techniques for Trading Economic Announcements.
Managing Spread Betting Positions Managing Spread Betting Positions
A technical look at managing your spread betting positions with technical and fundamental analysis, charts, planning your exit and...read full article: Managing Spread Betting Positions.
Spread Betting and Channel Trading Spread Betting and Channel Trading
A look at channel trading and spread betting including the types of channel, plotting, entering & exiting a trade as well as...read full article: Spread Betting and Channel Trading.
Spread Betting Guide to Pairs Trading Spread Betting Guide to Pairs Trading
The name 'Pair Trading' sounds rather involved and before the advent of the Internet, most private traders did not fully appreciate how Pairs Trading worked. This guide shows how...read full article: Spread Betting Guide to Pairs Trading.
Spread Betting Arbitrage Spread Betting Arbitrage
Spread betting arbitrage involves the opportunity to buy an asset at a low price and then immediately sell it on a different market for a higher price. There are many forms of arbitrage. As long as there...read full article: Spread Betting Arbitrage.
Combining Technical and Fundamental Analysis Combining Technical and Fundamental Analysis
Technical analysis is a strong instrument in the trader's tool kit and, in fact, many investors argue that it is the most important form of research. Nevertheless, when a single tool has such a material impact on...read full article: Combining Technical and Fundamental Analysis.
EUR/USD Multi Year Technical Analysis EUR/USD Multi Year Technical Analysis
In this review of the EUR/USD pair we will be looking to understand, from a technical point of view, where this pair might be going. The Multi Year Technical Analysis shows...read full article: EUR/USD Multi Year Technical Analysis.
Multi Timeframe Technical Analysis Multi Timeframe Technical Analysis
A look at using different chart timeframes to support your analysis from both a short-term and long-term perspective. In order to...read full article: Multi Timeframe Technical Analysis.
Designing Your Own Trading System Designing Your Own Trading System
A look at designing your own trading system including a look at EUR/USD as well as tools that you can use, money management and...read full article: Designing Your Own Trading System.
Technical Analysis of the Stock Market Technical Analysis of the Stock Market
Here I have used Elliot wave theory to analyse the Dow Jones. My target price before re-evaluation would be around 11,000. For this technical analysis of the stock market I have...read full article: Technical Analysis of the Stock Market.
Guide to Ichimoku Clouds Guide to Ichimoku Clouds
This guide to Ichimoku Clouds covers the basics of reading & analysing an Ichimoku Cloud. We also give a number of real technical analysis examples of applying the...read full article: Guide to Ichimoku Clouds.
Introduction to Elliott Waves Introduction to Elliott Waves
Although there are several different variations of Elliott waves, they all fit into one basic structure. Theoretically the spread betting markets are always somewhere on this five-wave chart and Elliott Wave analysis usually delivers the best results when...read full article: Introduction to Elliott Waves.
Combining Elliott Waves with Stochastics Combining Elliott Waves with Stochastics
This comprehensive guide looks at combining Elliott Waves with Stochastics. Below we can see a theoretical spread betting chart with both...read full article: Combining Elliott Waves with Stochastics.
Elliott Wave Trading Analysis Elliott Wave Trading Analysis
Here we will delve a little deeper into the secrets of Elliott Wave analysis. At certain locations in the wave structure, impulse wave patterns are sometimes substituted by diagonal triangles....read full article: Elliott Wave Trading Analysis.
Advanced Elliott Wave Trading Analysis Advanced Elliott Wave Trading Analysis
Elliott wave analysis usually places corrective waves into four categories, Zigzags, Flats, Triangles and Combined Structures. Financial markets often struggle to move against the main trend. This is why one finds a wider variety of corrective waves than impulse...read full article: Advanced Elliott Wave Trading Analysis.
Trading Black Swan Events Trading Black Swan Events
The somewhat esoteric term 'Black Swan' refers to an event that has not been expected by the financial markets. A Black Swan event is difficult to predict because...read full article: Trading Black Swan Events.
Crude Oil Analysis of the Bull Market After the Tsunami Crude Oil Analysis of the Bull Market After the Tsunami
After the catastrophic tsunami, fears of a recession in Japan immediately caused the oil price to start dropping significantly. However, the Ichimoku Kinko Hyo is still clearly indicating a bull market...read full article: Crude Oil Analysis of the Bull Market After the Tsunami.
Greek Default Outcomes and the Financial Markets Greek Default Outcomes and the Financial Markets
The chances of a Greek default are undoubtedly higher than they were a year ago. A default would give many European banks a severe haircut and leave them...read full article: Greek Default Outcomes and the Financial Markets.
The Euro Without Germany? The Euro Without Germany?
There are increasing signs that Germany is making emergency preparations in case it has to leave the Euro and revert to the Mark. If Germany left the Euro, some economists predict that the forex spread betting markets would see Euro tumble by...read full article: The Euro Without Germany?.
Economic Effects of the Eurozone Debt Crisis Economic Effects of the Eurozone Debt Crisis
Will the EU ever return to its former self or will the Eurozone debt crisis change it forever? Angela Merkel recently declared that 'This debt crisis will not simply go away'. In the forex markets, the euro...read full article: Economic Effects of the Eurozone Debt Crisis.
Will the Eurozone Sovereign Crisis Solution Work? Will the Eurozone Sovereign Crisis Solution Work?
The long awaited comprehensive plan to contain the two year old Eurozone crisis was positively received by investors. However, policy makers are buying time. Considering the sum of...read full article: Will the Eurozone Sovereign Crisis Solution Work?.
An Analysis of the UK Economy An Analysis of the UK Economy
InterTrader analyses the current status of the UK economy and tries to find some indication of where it is heading and how it might affect the UK spread betting markets. UK GDP went through...read full article: An Analysis of the UK Economy.
The Greek Debt Crisis and the Global Markets The Greek Debt Crisis and the Global Markets
The Greek debt crisis continues in a downward spiral of a shrinking economy resulting in lower government income. Fears of a Greek default are causing havoc on European and global markets, however France and Germany do not agree on...read full article: The Greek Debt Crisis and the Global Markets.
USD/CAD Rises as Weak Global Growth Outlook Spurs Risk Aversion USD/CAD Rises as Weak Global Growth Outlook Spurs Risk Aversion
Rising risk aversion in markets has led investors to move away from risky assets and target those with lower yields. The USD/CAD forex spread betting market has seen significant gains, fuelled by the pessimistic outlook for growth and...read full article: USD/CAD Rises as Weak Global Growth Outlook Spurs Risk Aversion.
The Impact of the US Debt Ceiling on Forex and Stock Market Indices The Impact of the US Debt Ceiling on Forex and Stock Market Indices
The US Federal Government has spent more than it earns virtually from its inception. As government expenditure comes closer to the debt ceiling the stock market indices are often...read full article: The Impact of the US Debt Ceiling on Forex and Stock Market Indices.
EUR/USD Futures Market Turns Bearish after Fiscal Cliff Deal EUR/USD Futures Market Turns Bearish after Fiscal Cliff Deal
With the US having avoided the fiscal cliff for the time being, the EUR/USD futures market as been dragged down to the key support level at...read full article: EUR/USD Futures Market Turns Bearish after Fiscal Cliff Deal.
Risk-On Sentiment Pushes the EUR/USD Market Above $1.32 Risk-On Sentiment Pushes the EUR/USD Market Above $1.32
The EUR/USD market pushed above $1.32 as investors appeared happy to move away from the safe haven dollar and take on more risk. With the...read full article: Risk-On Sentiment Pushes the EUR/USD Market Above $1.32.
GBP/USD Looks to Test September Highs as Bullish Momentum Continues GBP/USD Looks to Test September Highs as Bullish Momentum Continues
Bullish FX spread betting investors have pushed the GBP/USD pair above the highs from the recent shooting star. With the reinforced outlook on sterling, we could...read full article: GBP/USD Looks to Test September Highs as Bullish Momentum Continues.
Shooting Star Suggests a Bearish Outlook on the S+P 500 Shooting Star Suggests a Bearish Outlook on the S+P 500
The S&P 500 attempted to rally but failed at the 1420 level. The shooting star that was formed on the daily chart suggests a...read full article: Shooting Star Suggests a Bearish Outlook on the S+P 500.
Will an Upbeat Fed Conference Push the S+P 500 Above 1420? Will an Upbeat Fed Conference Push the S+P 500 Above 1420?
The S+P 500 has been ignoring bad news lately and despite the lack of progress on the fiscal cliff, a move higher appears more...read full article: Will an Upbeat Fed Conference Push the S+P 500 Above 1420?.
GBP/USD Targets November Highs after Recapturing $1.60 Level GBP/USD Targets November Highs after Recapturing $1.60 Level
After recapturing the $1.600 level, the GBP/USD spread betting pair is forming a second shooting star in a row. As show on the daily chart, the bulls are now targeting...read full article: GBP/USD Targets November Highs after Recapturing $1.60 Level.
EUR/USD Pushes Above $1.30 as Risk Appetite Rises EUR/USD Pushes Above $1.30 as Risk Appetite Rises
The EUR/USD pair has pushed above the $1.30 level following continued bullishness. The strength of the market comes despite a downgrade to...read full article: EUR/USD Pushes Above $1.30 as Risk Appetite Rises.
Positive Fiscal Cliff Remarks to Support S&P 500 Rally Positive Fiscal Cliff Remarks to Support S&P 500 Rally
Spread betting indices are likely to remain confident following upbeat remarks from President Obama with regards to the fiscal cliff. The S&P 500 has been rallying throughout...read full article: Positive Fiscal Cliff Remarks to Support S&P 500 Rally.
EUR/USD Turns Bearish after Failing to Break $1.30 Level EUR/USD Turns Bearish after Failing to Break $1.30 Level
In FX trading, after failing to break the $1.3000 level, the EUR/USD has confirmed a bearish outlook. The pair could also be pushed lower due to selling pressure on...read full article: EUR/USD Turns Bearish after Failing to Break $1.30 Level.
Bullish Momentum Sees DAX Retain August Highs Bullish Momentum Sees DAX Retain August Highs
After a strong week that saw the DAX spread betting index reach levels not seen since August, the bullish momentum has seen the market continue to hold onto...read full article: Bullish Momentum Sees DAX Retain August Highs.
EUR/USD Intraday Market Looking Bullish EUR/USD Intraday Market Looking Bullish
As the risk-on sentiment continues, EUR/USD managed to rally through the $1.28 level this morning. Indeed, it looks like the EUR/USD market could go...read full article: EUR/USD Intraday Market Looking Bullish.
Increased Risk Appetite Helps S&P 500 Regain Some Composure Increased Risk Appetite Helps S&P 500 Regain Some Composure
After a week of heavy losses for the S&P 500, it looks like there's an increase in risk appetite at the start of the new trading week. The vaguely promising meeting between...read full article: Increased Risk Appetite Helps S&P 500 Regain Some Composure.
Rallies Could be Selling Opportunities for FTSE 100 Traders Rallies Could be Selling Opportunities for FTSE 100 Traders
The FTSE 100, having recently broken support levels, is struggling to stay positive. As long as resistance level remain in place, any rallies could...read full article: Rallies Could be Selling Opportunities for FTSE 100 Traders.
Strong German GDP Figure Pushes EUR/USD Higher Strong German GDP Figure Pushes EUR/USD Higher
EUR/USD has pushed higher after the release of stronger-than-expected German GDP. The pair now looks to advance further having rebounded off its...read full article: Strong German GDP Figure Pushes EUR/USD Higher.
DAX 30 Could Target 7105 as German Economy Slows DAX 30 Could Target 7105 as German Economy Slows
Currently, the negative trend line resistance on the DAX 30 index is capping price movements and prompting short positions. This comes after ECB President...read full article: DAX 30 Could Target 7105 as German Economy Slows.
German Slowdown Suggestion Weighs on EUR/USD Pair German Slowdown Suggestion Weighs on EUR/USD Pair
The EUR/USD pair has reversed Obama gains following suggestions of a German economic slowdown. Despite reaching highs of $1.286, comments from...read full article: German Slowdown Suggestion Weighs on EUR/USD Pair.
EUR/USD Declines Ahead of NFP Data EUR/USD Declines Ahead of NFP Data
The EUR/USD market has declined by roughly 60 points as investors prepare for the release of the US non-farm payrolls. The upbeat ADP figure released on...read full article: EUR/USD Declines Ahead of NFP Data.
Open-Ended Fed QE Boosts Gold Prices Open-Ended Fed QE Boosts Gold Prices
Financial markets reacted positively to news of the Fed's open-ended QE programme. Silver and gold futures markets were the biggest winners as...read full article: Open-Ended Fed QE Boosts Gold Prices.
Will Fed Rate Decision Lift US Dollar Index off Four Month Lows? Will Fed Rate Decision Lift US Dollar Index off Four Month Lows?
The US dollar index has been dealt a hefty blow in the past week, diving to four month lows on Friday following a disappointing Non-farm Payrolls figure. This has...read full article: Will Fed Rate Decision Lift US Dollar Index off Four Month Lows?.
Gold Futures Market Rises Despite Disappointing Bernanke Speech Gold Futures Market Rises Despite Disappointing Bernanke Speech
The gold market scored broad-based gains on Friday, hitting the second biggest monthly gain this year. Starting in May, gold prices have risen on...read full article: Gold Futures Market Rises Despite Disappointing Bernanke Speech.
Will a Lack of Fed QE See the EUR/USD Sell-Off? Will a Lack of Fed QE See the EUR/USD Sell-Off?
Tuesday saw the EUR/USD post remarkable gains, as positive market sentiment pushed the pair higher. However, with the Federal Reserve soon to...read full article: Will a Lack of Fed QE See the EUR/USD Sell-Off?.
Strong US Data Boosts USD/JPY Market Strong US Data Boosts USD/JPY Market
The Japanese yen lost its momentum after Friday's US economic data pointed to signs of recovery. As a result, the USD/JPY was...read full article: Strong US Data Boosts USD/JPY Market.
Will UK Jobs Data Push GBP/USD Spreads Through Resistance? Will UK Jobs Data Push GBP/USD Spreads Through Resistance?
The GBP/USD has been trading upwards and is currently hovering just below the key resistance level at $1.5693. Recently there is a bullish alignment...read full article: Will UK Jobs Data Push GBP/USD Spreads Through Resistance?.
Bullish Momentum Sees Gold Futures Target $1,640 Level Bullish Momentum Sees Gold Futures Target $1,640 Level
The bullish outlook on the gold market sees the precious metal target the key resistance level at $1,640. A breakout above this level opens the door for...read full article: Bullish Momentum Sees Gold Futures Target $1,640 Level.
Favourable Data Strengthens AUD/USD Rate Favourable Data Strengthens AUD/USD Rate
AUD/USD managed to bounce during Wednesday's session climbing to US$1.0597. With favourable Australian Labour force data alongside mixed data from...read full article: Favourable Data Strengthens AUD/USD Rate.
EUR/USD Reaches Resistance as Investors Price in Fed QE EUR/USD Reaches Resistance as Investors Price in Fed QE
The EUR/USD pair is currently hovering around the resistance level at $1.24. It looks like the forex markets are either pricing in more easing coming from the...read full article: EUR/USD Reaches Resistance as Investors Price in Fed QE.
NFP Figure Set to Add Pressure on EUR/USD Market NFP Figure Set to Add Pressure on EUR/USD Market
With the ECB ruining the market's hopes for more stimulus, eyes turn now to the US unemployment report. The EUR/USD looks set to continue to...read full article: NFP Figure Set to Add Pressure on EUR/USD Market.
USD/CAD FX Trading Market Falls with Increased Risk Appetite USD/CAD FX Trading Market Falls with Increased Risk Appetite
The Canadian dollar continued to appreciate against the greenback as traders increased their appetite for risk. As the USD/CAD forex spread betting pair is currently bouncing off...read full article: USD/CAD FX Trading Market Falls with Increased Risk Appetite.
S&P 500 Analysis: I Know What You Did Last Summer S&P 500 Analysis: I Know What You Did Last Summer
S&P 500 Analysis: If we take into consideration what happened in 2011, there are quite a few similarities and the risk is clearly to the downside given that...read full article: S&P 500 Analysis: I Know What You Did Last Summer.
Will Eurozone Issues Weigh on the Gold Market? Will Eurozone Issues Weigh on the Gold Market?
The precious metal closed almost unchanged at $1,571 per ounce last week, finishing down 0.32% overall. Fundamentally, the gold market is currently subject to two...read full article: Will Eurozone Issues Weigh on the Gold Market?.
Technical Analysis Guides Technical Analysis Guides
A series of technical articles including channel trading, managing positions, techniques for trading economic announcements, combining technical and fundamental analysis, designing your own trading system and other...read full article: Technical Analysis Guides.


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'Technical Analysis Guides' edited by Shai Heffetz, updated 06-Dec-12

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