Monetary Policy

Monetary Policy refers to the policy used by central banks to manage the supply of money or trading in the foreign exchange market. Central banks typically have two core mandates: – Preserve the stability of prices/contain inflation – Foster an environment for sustainable economic growth Expansionary Monetary Policy Expansionary monetary policy increases the total supply

Momentum Reversals in E-Mini Futures Contracts

By Toni Hansen For many traders, the decision to trade the E-Mini futures market is viewed as a highly lucrative decision. The tax benefits and the ability to trade with relatively small starting capital thanks to the leverage makes it very appealing to many. In the stock market, the tax obligations and pattern day trader

Classic Chart Patterns: Gartley’s AB=CD Pattern

History of the AB=CD Pattern In 1935 a book was published for sale to investors at an incredible price of $1500. That book was Profits in the Stock Market by H.M. Gartley. On page 249 Gartley describes a chart pattern, “Practical Use of Trend Lines,” which we now call the AB=CD Pattern. Gartley’s description of

Wilders Volatility Index

Developed by J. Welles Wilder, Jr. this indicator is intended to measure true range over time and is also known as Average True Range. It is the greatest difference between: This period’s high and low, the previous period’s close and this period’s high, the previous period’s close and this period’s low.

Wilders Smoothing Indicator

Developed by J. Welles Wilder, Jr. this indicator is similar to the Exponential Moving Average. It is slow to reflect price changes compared with other moving averages. Wilder’s Smoothing is used as a part of Wilder’s RSI.