On the Fundamentals page we looked at what fundamental analysis really means.
Technical analysis is the study of all factors related to the actual supply and demand of stocks.
As such, the reasoning goes, if you study the price patterns you will automatically comprehend all other factors in the analysis. Many investors and traders deploy this technique with great success. Ironically, not all investors believe in it. The individual who understands the merits of both fundamental and technical analysis and is able to take advantage of both methods, should have an advantage on Wall Street. A stock chart is a picture of price history.