Accumulation phase

A market phase where informed investors begin to buy assets at lower prices.  

Algorithmic trading

The use of computer programs to automate trading decisions based on pre-defined criteria.

Anchored VWAP

A technical indicator that shows the average price based on volume from a selected starting point.

Annual report

A comprehensive summary of a company’s financial performance over a year.  

Appreciation

An increase in the value of an asset over time due to market demand or economic conditions.  

Ask price

The lowest price a seller is willing to accept for an asset in the market.

Asset

Asset A tradable financial instrument such as stocks, currencies, or commodities.

Asset class

A category of assets with similar characteristics, such as Forex, stocks, or indices.