Fundamental Indicators page 2

Investors and traders use various methods to predict the price movements of stocks, currencies, and other instruments. Technical analysis tools have become the most common. They use mathematical algorithms to calculate the patterns of changes in quotes and draw conclusions about further developments with a certain degree of probability. The other approach - the fundamental analysis - although complicated, is considered by many investors to be more effective. A beginner in the market should know at least its general provisions.

Economic indicators are reports that include financial and economic data that are published by government agencies and private entities regularly. These data help market observers track the current state of the economy and make their predictions, which most financial market participants will then rely on.