Uploaded January 2018 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Charts are the building blocks of trading. Among them, the Japanese candlestick is probably the most popular. This video explains what it is in detail and shows just why so many traders and investors prefer them.
Trading expert David Jones goes over the components of the candlesticks. Their body, formed by the open and closing price for the respective period. And their shadows (also known as wicks), showing the highest and lowest price reached within that time frame.
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Charts are the building blocks of trading. Among them, the Japanese candlestick is probably the most popular. This video explains what it is in detail and shows just why so many traders and investors prefer them.
Trading expert David Jones goes over the components of the candlesticks. Their body, formed by the open and closing price for the respective period. And their shadows (also known as wicks), showing the highest and lowest price reached within that time frame.
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• twitter.com/Trading212
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Visit us at trading212.com
Download our free mobile apps for iOS or Android: trading212.com/GetTheApp
#investing #trading #equities #trading212
The information contained within the video was correct at the time of recording but may have since changed.
At Trading 212 we provide an execution only service. This video should not be construed as investment advice. Investments can fall and rise. Capital at risk. CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. 81% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider. You should consider whether you understand how CFDs work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money.
