Technical Analysis

Technical analysis involves the use of both simple and complex mathematical and statistical concepts in determining the viability of an investment. While many academics feel that technical analysis and charting is useless, many brokers, money managers, and traders have begun using such analysis exclusively or in conjunction with fundamental analysis. Some of the most common technical indicators for stocks and other investment vehicles include Fibonacci numbers, moving average crossover divergence (MACD), Williams %R, stochastic oscillators, momentum, directional movement, on-balance volume (OBV), relative strength index (RSI), and moving averages. Below are links to information about technical analysis.