Price does not go 'Up' or 'Down' without a reason...

Information technology has evolved substantially, yet the private trading and investing community are still attempting to succeed in the markets, using outdated methods that ignore the vast range of information resources available to us today.  This information when used properly, can assist to better evaluate trading positions, identify trading opportunities, reduce avoidable and unnecessary losses and generally gain a well informed view of today's modern and often volatile markets.

Possibly the biggest problem facing every trader both private and institutional, is adapting to the changes that modern market operations have forced upon us.

It is plainly human nature to attempt to identify patterns.  It is more so obvious in the markets than in any other business.  Pattern recognition can not possibly be achieved by following 'Lagging Retail Indicators'.

It is almost bewildering, as to why people do not equate the correlation between the losses and frustration suffered by so many earnest individuals who embark on trading for themselves and ignore the plain fact that the majority of indicators that are used by most traders are lagging.

If price goes up, then lagging indicators will follow price up.  If price is going down, then lagging indicators will simply follow price down.  Meanwhile the great trading opportunities are missed by not seeking to find the reasons behind 'Why' price is going up or down.

For those who get this, then this is possibly a great turning point that many individuals seek.  While people are chasing price, somehow thinking that there is some pattern or some magical combination, they are missing the trade opportunities the markets provide on a consistent basis.

No longer do the majority of people who embark on trading and investing in the markets, have to follow and use the pointless retail trading methods that have absolutely no bearing on the outcomes of how the markets play out in today's modern financial markets.  Surely, it is common sense to follow those who are causing price action in the markets today. 

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