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Candlestick Patterns Explained: Bullish & Bearish Setups [Updated April 2026]

John McDowell : April 19, 2026

Trading without candlestick patterns is a lot like flying in the night with no visibility. Sure, it is doable, but it requires special training...

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Master Stock Trading Fundamentals: A Guide for New Investors

John McDowell : November 6, 2025
Last Updated: March 31, 2026

Stock Trading Fundamentals for New Investors: How to Start and Succeed in the Stock Market

Stock trading fundamentals are the core concepts that...

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How to Invest in a Bear Market

John McDowell : July 19, 2022
Last Updated: April 2, 2026

What is a Bear Market?

How exactly is a bear market defined? The most commonly used definition for a bear market is when major indices, like the S&P...

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What Is the Most Expensive Stock?

John McDowell : July 11, 2022
Last Updated: March 31, 2026

What is the most expensive stock ever?

While it may be more of a novelty for most traders to think about, the most expensive stocks in the world are...

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What Are Shares in Stocks?

John McDowell : July 8, 2022
Last Updated: October 13, 2023

Shares are units of equity stock and represent equity ownership in a company. The persons or institutions holding shares of a company are called...

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What Is the Financial Stability Oversight Council?

John McDowell : July 1, 2022
Last Updated: March 31, 2026

What is the Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC)?

The Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC) is the United States federal government...

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The Plunge Protection Team Explained

John McDowell : June 30, 2022
Last Updated: March 31, 2026

What is the Plunge Protection Team?

The Plunge Protection Team (PPT) is an informal term for the Working Group on Financial Markets. The working...