: These provide more detail by showing the Open, High, Low, and Close (OHLC) for each period. Vertical height represents the price range.

typically indicates the price closed higher than it opened. Red/Black indicates the price closed lower. Essential Tools for Analysis

Beyond basic price plots, several overlays and indicators help refine market context: How to Read Stock Charts and Trading Patterns

: The simplest form, connecting closing prices over a specific timeframe. They are ideal for identifying broad trends but lack details on intraday price swings.

Most traders and investors rely on three primary chart styles to visualize price action:

: Similar to bar charts but use color-coded "bodies" to show sentiment.

is the opening price; right tick is the closing price.