Where can I learn more about Bollinger Bands®?
Visit
www.BollingerBands.com for more information on Bollinger Bands.
Does the site track stocks listed on foreign stock markets?
We cover stocks (including ADRs) that trade on the US exchanges only (NYSE, Nasdaq, OTC, etc).
Does the site cover Mutual Funds, Forex, or Commodities?
Only stocks. For Mutual Funds, visit out funds site:
www.FundsTrader.com. For Forex, visit out forex site:
www.BBForex.com. We do not have a site for Commodities.
Do you have real-time data?
We do not, however our charts do have intraday delayed quote data, 15-minute for Nasdaq and 20-minute for NYSE/Amex.
Most of our analysis is done end of day. A few intraday exceptions are Edge, Intraday Highs and Lows List, and Potential Confirmed Breakout List.
What's in the Lists section?
The Lists sections lists stocks that are exhibiting the criteria described by the
four methods from John Bollinger's book '
Bollinger On Bollinger Bands'.
How do I view a list of stocks?
Initially, the page loads with a list for Volatility Breakout buys. You can switch to a different method, date, and buy/sell type by using the Methods Buy/Sell summary box on the left side. The price and volume boxes are optional inputs for further filtering.
I got a list of stocks, now what?
The lists are not recommendations to buy or sell. They are buy or sell candidates based on an initial filter. Additional research by the user is highly recommended.
To further filter the list, the result fields are sortable. Mouse over a symbol to preview its chart or click on the symbol to open a popup chart. Numbers and arrows on the chart represent current and past signals. You also can save the lists to a portfolio by clicking on the "SAVE LIST TO PORTFOLIO" link.
When are the Lists updated?
The Lists of Methods, PowerShifts/Pivots & W-Bottoms are updated at around 6pm ET.
Weekly Implied Volatility Squeeze list is update on Monday around 1pm ET.
Intraday Highs and Lows are updated throughout the trading day, however at the close of the market, the list is moved to the Screen section.
How do I view a chart?
Just enter a symbol and click enter. Optionally, you can set various charting parameters using the drop down menus and select as many indicators as you wish.
What are some of these indicators?
Mouse over the note image just to the right of the indicator name to view its description.
Can I chart indices?
As of right now, we cover 18 indices. You can view them by clicking on their links (upper right hand side of chart page). The charting option for indices can be set to your preference using the Index Settings link.
Can I save my chart parameters?
Yes, you can set your main chart page to load your preferred parameters and indicators by saving them in Chart Settings. The same applies to the Index charts and Portfolio charts.
A symbol I entered is coming up as 'Invalid symbol'.
That means the stock is not in our system, if you would like us to add a stock or stocks to our database, send us a note:
Request Stock.
A gridline for the chart came up but there's no chart of the stock.
When a stock has made a giant move, the log scaling maybe be "off the charts", try changing the scale to LINEAR.
In Internet Explorer, scroll line does not appear over indicators.
This is an issue with IE version 8+, to resolve, click on Tools->Compatibility View.
Where are the sectors and groups generated from?
The industry groups and sectors are derived from
www.GroupPower.com.
What are the factors that decide which stock belongs to which group?
In order for a stock to be in a group it must fit fundamentally (be in the same business) and technically (have similar trading patterns as other members). Stocks that do not meet both criteria are put into a general group under the same sector.
Can I save some favorite screen settings?
Yes, go to Edit/Create Custom Screens to save/edit as many custom screens as you wish. To load your saved screens, use the Load Save Screen drop down menu.
Can I screen my portfolio?
Yes, you can screen exclusively within your portfolio(s). Use the CTRL button to select more than one or deselect.
How do I create a portfolio?
First, enter a name for your portfolio. Second, enter in at least one stock. If entering more than one stock, make sure to separate the tickers by a comma or empty space. Once you click add, the portfolio just created should appear on the right hand side.
How do I add/delete stocks from my existing portfolio?
Select an existing portolio you want to modify. New stocks can be added by typing the tickers into the box by the 'ADD' button. You may add more than one, by separating them with a comma OR empty space. To delete a stock(s) from your portfolio, delete them from the box.
I can't add and/or delete a stock. I can't create a portfolio.
Send us an email describing the error,
Portfolio Error.
I can chart a stock but can't view its pattern.
To designate a pattern to a stock, $7 is the minimum price requirement. If the stock is over $7, please send us a note:
Pattern Error.
What is the Edge?
The Edge is designed to give you an edge in entering and exiting the market. It is a secondary decision tool, to be used after you have decided to buy or sell a security. Once you decide to transact in a stock, Edge depicts performance by the day of the week; performance around the turn of the month and around option expiration days; and the performance after a string of days with specific gain and loss sequences. This information can be used to help time your entrances and exits.
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