Which is the best segment to learn in stock market

Price patterns,charts and technical analysisInvestors have used price charts and price patterns as tools for predicting future price movements for as long as there have been financial markets. ? The first studies of market efficiency focused on the relationship between price changes over time, to see if in fact such predictions were feasible. ? Evidence can be classified into three classes • Studies that looks at the really short term (hourly, daily) price behavior • studies that focus on short-term (weekly, monthly price movements) price behavior and research that examines long-term (annual and five-year returns) price movements. read less

Normally all segment gives returns. As an investor, you need to analyze about your risk and return ratio and invest accordingly. Example if you need to get 9% per annum, then deposit in bank since there is no risk. If you need to get more than 9% with less risk, go to Mutual fund and if you need to get more than Mutual fund return then invest in share trading after learn it. Please clarify where you are ? read less

It depends on the purpose of learning. If you are planning to work for a brokerage firm or a training institute then fundamental analysis is preferred. If you want to invest/trade in stock market technical analysis is preferred. Many long term investors prefer fundamental analysis while short term traders prefer technical analysis. Both have their advantages and criticisms. Fundamental analysis studying the business profile, management and future prospects of the company while technical analysis focuses on price action. Fundamental analysis does not tell you about entry and exit levels; technical analysis is a far more complex science that needs plenty of understanding and experience to master. read less