CAC 40 is a benchmark French stock market index representing 40 largest companies. Index operates daily from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, updated every 15 seconds. Base value of 1,000 set on December 31, 1987
Market structure describes firm differentiation based on product types and external factors. Market consists of equal suppliers and demanders seeking equilibrium. Market structure determines price formation method
Seasonal charts show average price changes over specific time periods. MarketBulls provides precise seasonal data calculated by in-house algorithm. Analysis available for 20, 15, 10, 5 and 2 year periods
Flag patterns form when two parallel trendlines meet at price's upper and lower points. Valid flags require consecutive higher lows in downtrend or lower highs in uptrend. Flag poles represent sharp price moves preceding consolidation phases
Bullish engulfing pattern forms when small black candle follows by large white candle. White candle completely engulfs previous day's black candle's body. Pattern appears in downtrend with gap between opening and closing prices
Markets exist in multiple time frames simultaneously. Trends can be primary, intermediate, or short-term. Longer time frames provide more reliable signals