Profits in the Stock Market
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First published in 1935, Profits in the Stock Market by H. M. Gartley is one of the foundational texts in modern technical analysis. Known among traders as the book that first introduced the “Gartley Pattern,” this comprehensive work spans hundreds of pages and includes numerous original charts that have become essential references for serious market students.
Gartley meticulously examines the full spectrum of technical trading concepts—from major, intermediate, and minor market trends to Dow Theory principles, moving averages, gaps, oscillators, and breadth-of-market studies. His treatment of chart patterns, triangles, trend lines, and figure charts laid the groundwork for much of the analysis still practiced today. Of particular significance is his work on volume, where Gartley provided one of the earliest systematic studies of how trading activity reveals accumulation, distribution, and turning points.
The book also addresses the practical side of speculation, offering methods for stock selection, comparative studies of group performance, and strategies for improving trading efficiency. By combining rigorous statistical study with market psychology, Gartley presents trading as both an analytical science and a disciplined craft.
Although only a limited number of copies were initially sold in binder format, the book’s enduring influence led to its reprinting by Lambert-Gann Publishing, ensuring its place as a classic of financial literature. Today, it remains highly valued by traders, historians, and analysts seeking to understand the evolution of market theory and the origins of many modern trading tools.
For anyone serious about studying technical analysis at its roots, Profits in the Stock Market is more than a book—it is a comprehensive course in trading logic, methodology, and discipline, presented by one of Wall Street’s earliest and most respected technicians.
Contents:
- The Technical Approach to the Problem of Stock Trading
- Charts-The Averages
- A Chart Portfolio
- The Long Term and Major Trends
- The Intermediate Trend
- The Minor Trend
- The Tenets of the Dow Theory
- Tops and Bottoms, Supply and Demand Areas, Reversals
- Triangles
- Trend Lines
- Moving Averages
- Gaps
- Net Change Oscillators
- Volume of Trading
- Breadth-of-the-Market
- Figure Charts
- Comparative Group and Stock Studies (Selecting the Right Stocks)
- Profits in the Stock Market (Summary)
Profits in the Stock Market By Harold M. Gartley (H. M. Gartley) PDF
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Chelsea Munoz (verified owner) –
The description stated an envelope of charts would be included. Charts were not in the package.
Dakota Orr (verified owner) –
Its a book about technical analysis by a wise man , his logic has meaning, his writing style shows a well educated gentleman ,some pages of his book are telling the story of today .His charts are clear, simple, almost naked charts but so nice. In investing factory u can meet any type of guys here u meet a book who wants from u to work every paragraph looking charts but also thinking.Buying this book is like opening a new way of thinking not finding formula’s for the millions waiting in the corner after the office of ur stockbroker.Read it if u like to think like a professional dont read it if u are looking for something like ” the new system of ..” , knowledge of past era is power.
Haisley Morales (verified owner) –
This is a classic trading book with extensive studies of the markets during the depression. It takes a long time to work through all the material, there are other books on the market that are updated.
Lochlan Vega (verified owner) –
Harold McKinley Gartley had a stock market advisory service in the mid-1930s that had a large public following. This service was one of the first to apply “scientific” methods and research to resolution of the stock market problems: 1)what to buy; and 2) when to buy. This correspondence course is a summarization of Gartley’s findings through 1936. The original course was issued looseleaf, in a green, three-ring binder. Lambert-Gann, Inc. has reissued this course in a more convenient book-format along with a separate package of oversized charts for easy reference against the textual explanations.
Aaron Allison (verified owner) –
If you are a serious investor/trader then this book is for you. Though the primary focus is technical analysis, Mr. Gartley explains the importance of fundamental analysis and the psychological affects that affect the decision-process as well. He explains that you cannot have one without the other if you are a serious investor and you must have all the tools at your disposal if you are going to be successful in the business of investing. The emphasis is technical in nature but very fundamental in utilization of all tools necessary to becoming a successful in the business of investing. Remember investing is not a game, gambling, or hobby. Investing is a Business. If you are in the business of investing, this book is for you.
Aspyn Walter (verified owner) –
This is a classic with observations from days of old that are still applicable today.
Benicio Thornton (verified owner) –
This is one of the best books I have ever read about technical analysis. Although the charts aren’t what you would call ‘contemporary’ (the 30s and back) the wisdom in it still lives today. It’s a Complete Course, which used to be sold by chapters, but now, bound in a single book you’ll be able to read all there is to it. The law of supply and demand hasn’t changed that much ever since, just the participants in the markets. With all the knowledge within the book you’ll get a series of accompaning charts to help you in your study that show in a nostalgic, although informative way, how to build a trend following system. The trading style devised will be greatly appreciated by everyone who knows the virtues of patience on trading – waiting for the ideal timing with high probability of sucess. Buy this one and you’re trading is almost guaranteed to improve.