Originally published in 1935, H.M. Gartley’s Profits in the Stock Market is a landmark work that laid the foundation for modern technical analysis. This classic text is widely recognized as one of the most influential books in trading history, introducing systematic methods for analyzing price movements and identifying high-probability opportunities. Gartley pioneered the famous “Gartley Pattern” (Pattern 222), which remains a cornerstone of harmonic trading strategies to this day.
The book provides a comprehensive framework for traders to understand the technical approach to stock trading. Through detailed explanations and an extensive set of original hand-drawn charts (reproduced in this edition), Gartley explores trends, chart patterns, moving averages, gaps, oscillators, volume studies, and the Dow Theory. He emphasizes the critical role of supply and demand zones, the psychology of tops and bottoms, and the disciplined application of trading rules.
Reprinted with fidelity to the original, this edition preserves the insights of a true pioneer whose methods continue to inspire traders worldwide. For anyone seeking to grasp the roots of technical trading and apply timeless strategies, Profits in the Stock Market is an indispensable resource.
✅ What You’ll Learn:
- The technical approach to stock trading and how it differs from fundamental analysis.
- How to read and interpret price charts—line, bar, and candlestick formats.
- The principles of Dow Theory and their practical application to trading.
- Techniques for analyzing long-term, intermediate, and minor trends.
- How to identify and trade chart patterns such as triangles, tops, and bottoms.
- The role of moving averages, oscillators, and volume studies in confirming market signals.
- The use of figure charts and comparative stock studies for selecting the strongest opportunities.
- Practical methods for setting entry points, exit strategies, and profit objectives.
💡 Key Benefits:
- Learn from one of the founding fathers of technical analysis.
- Apply timeless chart patterns still used by professional traders today.
- Improve your ability to spot major market tops, bottoms, and trend changes.
- Master risk-conscious trading techniques to preserve and grow your capital.
- Access hundreds of original historical charts, offering unique insights into real market behavior.
- Build a structured, disciplined approach to trading rooted in proven methods.
👤 Who This Book Is For
- Traders who want to understand the origins of technical analysis.
- Students of the markets seeking a comprehensive historical reference.
- Swing traders and investors looking to refine their ability to identify chart patterns.
- Professionals and enthusiasts who value tested, time-proven market principles.
📚 Table of Contents:
- The Technical Approach to the Problem of Stock Trading
- Charts – The Averages
- A Chart Portfolio
- The Long Term and Major Trends
- The Intermediate Trend
- The Minor Trend
- The Tenets of the Dow Theory
- Tops and Bottoms, Supply and Demand Areas, Reversals
- Triangles
- Trend Lines
- Moving Averages
- Gaps
- Net Change Oscillators
- Volume of Trading
- Breadth-of-the-Market
- Figure Charts
- Comparative Group and Stock Studies