Risk is an interesting concept. It is mathematically calculated as the standard deviation of daily returns, which are then annualized to “volatility,” expressed as a percentage, which makes them ...

Understand the concept of stock charts with this beginner’s guide to gain confidence, identify trends, interpret indicators, and navigate various chart types. Master the fundamentals of price and time ...

Which trades should you put your money on, and which should you ignore? Too many traders get an idea for a trade based on reading a bullish or bearish article from one of their favourite pundits, or ...

Lucas Downey is the co-founder of MoneyFlows, and an Investopedia Academy instructor. Samantha (Sam) Silberstein, CFP®, CSLP®, EA, is an experienced financial consultant. She has a demonstrated ...

Stock charts help traders measure the movement and momentum of a stock's up and down trading patterns. Reading stock charts can give you key insights into a company's perceived value. Key components ...