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A Complete Guide to Technical Trading Tactics offers traders an in‑depth look at market mechanics and practical strategies. Written by professional trader John L. Person, the book covers proven technical tools such as pivot points and candlestick patterns, explains how to apply these techniques across stocks, futures, and options, and provides insights into trading technologies that give traders a competitive edge. Person’s experience as the publisher of the Bottom‑Line Financial and Futures Newsletter informs his recommendations, making the guide a comprehensive resource for anyone looking to build or refine a technical trading system.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Business & Economics/Finance
Authors: John L. Person
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