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Identifying noise traders: the head-and-shoulders pattern in U.S. equities
Abstract: This paper identifies a specific set of agents as noise traders in U.S. equity markets, and examines their effects on returns. These agents, who speculate using the "head-and-shoulders" chart pattern, are shown to qualify as noise traders because (1) trading volume is exceptionally high when they are active, and (2) their trading is unprofitable. Head-and-shoulders sales lower prices and vice versa, effects that disappear within two weeks.
Keywords: Stock market; Stock - Prices;
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Provider: Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Part of Series: Staff Reports
Publication Date: 1998
Number: 42