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Learn to Read Charts

Technical analysis is a skill and a debate. These books teach the tools, then show how professionals think about risk and discipline. Trading is risky, and most people lose money.

  1. 1
    Japanese Candlestick Charting Techniques
    Steve Nison · Intermediate

    Why now: Learn what the bars and candles on every chart mean.

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  2. 2
    Technical Analysis of the Financial Markets
    John J. Murphy · Intermediate

    Why now: The comprehensive reference for trends, patterns and indicators.

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  3. 3
    Technical Analysis Explained
    Martin J. Pring · Intermediate

    Why now: A second take on indicators, momentum and sentiment.

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  4. 4
    Following the Trend
    Andreas F. Clenow · Intermediate

    Why now: See how rules-based trend following works over full market cycles.

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  5. 5
    Market Wizards
    Jack D. Schwager · Beginner

    Why now: Hear from traders who made a career of it, and how they manage risk.

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  6. 6
    Trading in the Zone
    Mark Douglas · Intermediate

    Why now: Finish with the discipline that determines whether any method works for you.

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