Technical Analysis of the Financial Markets: A Comprehensive Guide to Trading Methods and Applications

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"If one could read only one book on technical analysis, this should be the one." --Knight-Ridder Financial Products and News (on the first edition, Technical Analysis of the Futures Markets, 0-13-898008-X)

This outstanding reference has already taught thousands of traders the concepts of technical analysis and their application in the futures and stock markets.

Covering the latest developments in computer technology, technical tools, and indicators, the second edition features new material on candlestick charting, intermarket relationships, stocks and stock rotation, plus state-of-the-art examples and figures.

From how to read charts to understanding indicators and the crucial role technical analysis plays in investing, readers gain a thorough and accessible overview of the field of technical analysis, with a special emphasis on futures markets.

Revised and expanded for the demands of today's financial world, this book is essential reading for anyone interested in tracking and analyzing market behavior.

"One way to get started in technical analysis is to read a good book on the subject. One of my favorites is Technical Analysis of the Financial Markets: A Comprehensive Guide to Trading Methods and Applications by John J. Murphy. It's an easy read." Ralph J. Acampora, CMT, Managing Director, Prudential Securities Inc.

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	Book Description
	John J. Murphy has now updated his landmark bestseller Technical Analysis of the Futures Markets, to include all of the financial markets. "If one could read only one book on technical analysis, this should be the one."... read full editorial

Customer Reviews

	the first book you should own on technical analysis
	(Annapolis, MD USA) June 24, 2001 - 5.0/5 stars
	dow theory, head and shoulders, candlesticks, double top, cup and handle, point and figure, trendlines... this book covers it all. it's rather large, but after the first few chapters they're all self-contained, so each... read full review
	A Masterpiece
	(Jersey City, NJ, United States) April 12, 2000 - 5.0/5 stars
	A beautifully written text. Both the style and the contents are good, explanations are clear and insightful. A wealth of information, yet easy to read. The author carefully avoided the usual trap of presenting a... read full review
	A necessary trading reference....
	(Vancouver) February 11, 2004 - 5.0/5 stars
	As a well-respected technical analyst with 30+ years experience, there are few markets John Murphy has not seen. The difference between him and most other analysts is that he has documented them as they happened through... read full review

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