Whether you’re a newcomer to trading, a finance enthusiast, or a seasoned market professional looking to sharpen your edge, there’s a place for you at the Society of Technical Analysts (STA). And the best part? You don’t need formal qualifications […]
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Navigating Mid-2025: Inflation, Markets, Commodities & Strategic Outlooks
Earlier this week, members of a technical analysis society gathered alongside guests from several industry associations for a mid-year market event. The evening was packed with data-driven insights, candid reflections on forecasts gone right (and wrong), and sharp debate about […]
Why Your Post-Nominals Matter: MSTA & FTSA
This week, I wanted to highlight something important — the professional designations you can proudly place after your name once you’ve advanced through the STA pathway. Earning Your MSTA After passing both Part 1 and Part 2 of the STA […]
How I Used Dow Theory to Strengthen My Market Convictions
When I was working as a professional technical analyst, one of the most important habits I developed was finding ways to confirm or challenge my own market views. It’s easy to get attached to an idea, especially when you feel […]
The New Monetary Order: Russell Napier on Inflation, Debt, and Financial Repression
In a recent session hosted by Jeff Boccacio of the STA, the spotlight was on market historian and economist Russell Napier, renowned for his prescient analysis of financial systems and capital markets. The conversation took a deep dive into the […]
Why I Became (and remain) a Member of the STA
Reflections from an STA Board Member The Society of Technical Analysts (STA) recently conducted a membership survey. I didn’t feel it was appropriate for me to take part, given my role as a board member, but it did make me […]
The Emotional Rollercoaster of Markets: Why Bubbles Repeat and How to Outsmart Them: Summary of Kim Cramer Larsson talk
We all like to think we make rational trading decisions. But time and again, markets prove otherwise. Whether it’s the dot-com mania, Bitcoin’s meteoric rises (and falls), or the crude oil crash, bubble patterns repeat — not because of charts, […]
Avoid Overusing Indicators: Streamline Your Trading Strategy
In the world of trading, indicators are powerful tools that help traders make informed decisions. From moving averages and oscillators to trend lines and volume analysis, there’s no shortage of technical tools to aid your strategy. However, one of the […]
Navigating the Market: Insights from Robin Griffiths and Ron William
It was a full house at the STA monthly meeting as finance professionals gathered for a truly insightful evening featuring renowned market experts Robin Griffiths and Ron William. The evening started with STA Chair Eddie Tofpik and CISI’s Executive Director […]
Avoid Revenge Trading: The Key to Long-Term Trading Success
Trading the markets can be both exciting and challenging. However, one of the biggest pitfalls traders fall into is revenge trading—the urge to immediately win back losses after a losing trade. This emotional reaction can be devastating to a trader’s […]
Mastering Relative Strength Portfolios: Key Takeaways from the March STA Meeting
The latest STA meeting was packed with insights into Relative Strength Portfolios and trading strategies. Hosted by Jeff Boccaccio and featuring Zoe Bollinger, this session covered portfolio construction, risk management, and market trends. Zoe Bollinger is not only a VP […]
Stay Disciplined, Stay Profitable
Trading isn’t just about charts and numbers—it’s a mental game. Emotions like greed, fear, and impatience can push traders to make impulsive decisions that can be costly. The secret to long-term success? Discipline. If you want to be a profitable […]
Understanding Price Gaps in Trending
Price gaps are an essential concept in trading, often signalling strong market movements or potential reversals. Whether you’re trading stocks, forex, or cryptocurrencies, understanding gaps can provide valuable insights into market psychology and future price action. In this blog, we’ll […]
Key Takeaways from a Fireside Chat with Perry Kaufman
If you’ve been around trading circles, you’ve probably heard of Perry Kaufman. A major figure in the industry, Kaufman has authored numerous books, with his sixth edition being a crowd favourite. His deep experience in hedge funds and portfolio management […]
The Power of Patience: How Waiting for the Right Setups Can Make or Break Your Trading Success
In the fast-paced world of trading, patience isn’t just a virtue—it’s a necessity. Whether you’re navigating forex, stocks, or any other market, the ability to wait for setups that meet all your criteria often separates the successful traders from the […]
Mastering Market Trends: The Importance of Analysing Different Timeframes
When it comes to trading and technical analysis, one of the most valuable strategies is understanding and utilising multiple timeframes. Whether you’re a day trader, a swing trader, or a long-term investor, looking at trends across daily, hourly, and weekly […]
An Insightful Evening of Market Perspectives at ICAEW’s Chartered Accountants’ Hall
Last night, the elegant Chartered Accountants’ Hall in Moorgate, City of London, played host to a memorable event titled “Market Outlook for 2025 Part I: Fundamental vs Technicals Perspective.” Organised by the Society of Technical Analysts Limited (STA) in collaboration […]
How the STA ‘Technicals to Trading Systems’ course differs from other offerings
Broad Scope Beyond Algorithmic Trading While algorithmic trading is a focus of the course, particularly in the final lectures (e.g., Jeff Boccaccio’s lectures on fully automated systems), our course emphasises a much broader perspective on trading systems. It embraces a […]
The High-Performance Trader Learning Programme: Elevating Trading Excellence
During the December meeting, Steve Goldstein gave an introductory talk about a new joint venture between AlphaMind and the STA – the High-Performance Trader Learning Programme: Elevating Trading Excellence Steve is a former trader turned performance coach and a familiar […]
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Developments in Technical Analysis: Incremental improvements
Reading through my newly purchased book, Atlas of Finance compiled by Dariusz Wójcik and published by Yale University Press, I came across these candlestick charts profiling recoveries post the 2008 stock market crash. Labelled ‘advanced’, ‘emerging’ and ‘frontier’ markets, nothing […]
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