Tidal Swings of the Stock Market (Classic Reprint)

Unlock the forces behind long-term price movements in the stock market.

This guide explains the idea of “tidal swings”—the broad, multi-year cycles that move market prices up and down. It shows how these swings arise from a mix of price action, demand and supply, time, and the psychology of investors, and what that means for ordinary investors and speculators alike.

The book builds a framework for reading market cycles with practical, era-tested observations. It explains how bears and bulls unfold over years, how mood and business conditions interact with prices, and how to track progress using price, volume, time, and the relationships between different securities. It also covers how to interpret charts and what to watch for when selecting investments.

• Understand the four kinds of market data that drive price changes: price levels, volume, time between moves, and cross-security relations.
• Learn how psychology can push prices to extremes and how to recognize the signs of changes in trend.
• Explore practical strategies for buying and selling during tidal swings, including averaging and the use of stop orders.
• See how to balance analysis of earnings, business conditions, and market action to improve decision making.

Ideal for readers who want a historical, practical framework for navigating long-term market cycles and making informed investment choices in fluctuating markets.