The megaphone pattern is a chart formation that looks like an expanding triangle. It appears on the charts of stocks, currency pairs, or other financial instruments, and is characterized by widening boundaries where the highs and lows move in opposite directions, forming a shape similar to a megaphone. Read more: Examples of the Megaphone Pattern […]
In trading, an inside bar is a pattern where a candle is fully contained within the range of the previous candle (bar). The high is lower than the previous bar’s high, and the low is higher than the previous bar’s low. Low of the previous bar < Low and High of the current bar < […]
The Shooting Star pattern in candlestick analysis is a candle with a small body and a long upper shadow. Traditionally, a well-formed Shooting Star appears after a strong uptrend. The pattern should be seen as a signal that the trend may be reversing from bullish to bearish. It indicates a weakening of buying pressure and […]
A bull trap is a market scenario with a deceptive price increase. Traders start buying the asset, expecting the uptrend to continue, but the price soon reverses and begins to fall. As a result, those caught in the trap end up closing their positions at a loss. Bull traps are common across all markets and […]
Level breakouts are a widely recognized concept in technical analysis, and even beginner traders are familiar with it. However, in practice, this strategy does not always work correctly: there is a risk of buying highs and selling lows, as many level breakout signals are false. In this practical article, we will try to give traders […]
Parallel channels are an underrated pattern of technical analysis. When used with instruments for analyzing exchange volumes, parallel channels can become the basis for developing an effective trading strategy. Read more: What parallel channels are Why they work. Examples on history Advantages and disadvantages How to improve parallel channel trading with ATAS Tips for beginner […]
Why does a spread widen? A beginner trader may have this question, but even an experienced stock trader would struggle to give a full answer. Let’s try to figure out a widening spread together: What is a spread? Why does it widen? How to identify a widening spread? Dangerous features of a widening spread How […]
Volume Zone Oscillator (VZO) is one of the tools used for volume analysis. Of course, it is present in the ATAS trading and analytical platform, which specializes in volume analysis. In this practical article, we will talk about how to use VZO in combination with other platform functionality, and more specifically with Delta-type Charts. Read ahead: […]
50% level is a simple technique that can be used by any beginner trader. At the same time, it is very effective – the professionals’ experience can confirm this. By using 50% levels, traders can find entry and exit points to improve the accuracy of trading decisions and reduce risks. In this article, we have […]