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Chart Patterns

Double Top

Pattern Description:

The double top is a major reversal pattern that forms after an extended uptrend. The pattern is made up of two consecutive peaks that are roughly equal, with a moderate trough in-between. As illustrated below, a double top consists of two well-defined, sharp peaks at approximately the same price level. A double top occurs when prices are in an uptrend. Prices rise to a resistance level, retreat, return to the resistance level again before declining. The two peaks should be distinct and sharp. The pattern is complete when prices decline below the lowest low in the formation. The lowest low is called the confirmation point.
Double Top

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Could A 'Transaction Tax' Be A Good Thing?

by Lance Roberts
Summary Over the years, I've heard from several clients who have had trouble disciplining themselves from trading too frequently. Free trading may save you money on trading costs, but if it causes you to trade rashly, your returns may suffer. As a fiscal conservative, I'm not too fond of taxes of any sort. I am a firm believer in "free markets." I recently discussed why "Free, Isn't Really Free" regarding the retail investor. While "free...
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Technical Review

Russell 2000 Index approaching significant support

2025-03-15 by Tim Straiton

The Russell 200 Index closed the week ending 14th March 2025 at 2044, just below the 50% Fibonacci retracement level of 2049.50, based on the 1657 to 2442 range traded between October 2023 and November 2024. A more important support level lies at 1956, being the Fibonacci 61.8% retracement level of the same range.

We feel that this level will be difficult to crack in the short-term and will serve as a solid base for a healthy rebound. It is worth noting that the 14 day relative strength index recently touched 24% and has already rebounded toward the 35% level. The MACD-V indicator level of minus 167 is also indicating that this market is exhibiting signs of bearish exhaustion.


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