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Technical Analysis
The basic premise of technical analysis is that prices move in trends that persist and this characteristic can be used to achieve superior returns. Technical analysis often uses computer programs to examine market data such as prices and volume of trading to make an estimate of future price trends and an investment decision.
Unlike fundamental analysis, technical analysis is not concerned with the financial position of a company.
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smallest price movement allowed in a particular contract.
Total Return
The total percentage return of an investment over a specified period, calculated by expressing the difference between the investment's initial price and final price as a percentage of the initial price.
Track Record
The actual performance of an investment since inception, usually represented by audited monthly returns, net of fees.
Trader
A professional speculator who trades for his own account.
Trading Adviser Report (TAR)
A performance report produced by an investment manager that is made available, usually on a monthly basis, to clients with holdings in a particular product. The report details the change in net asset value of a product and explains performance in light of market conditions as well as any relevant portfolio changes and developments.
Trend
The general direction of the market, a relatively persistent upward or downward price movement over a period, sometimes represented by the mean of price changes in that period.
Trendline
In charting, a line drawn across the bottom or top of a price chart indicating the direction or trend of price movement. If up, the trendline is called bullish; if down, it is called bearish.
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