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Energy Technical Trading and Forecasting
Introduction to Energy Technical Analysis on June 21 is Suggested as a Prerequisite Course

A Two-Day Classroom Seminar (CPE Approved)

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If you are somewhat familiar with technical analysis and want to improve your ability to analyze the market as well as to make better buy and sell decisions, this class is for you. For those who have take Kase's basic technical analysis class this is an ideal follow up. Class attendees will be able to walk away from this class with an in depth knowledge of not only what works for buying and selling energy, but also how to formulate a short-term outlook for energy prices using technical analysis.

After a review of the basics, the class discusses how to use technical indicators effectively, with a focus on how to combine indicators into a coherent strategy, how to choose a time frame or bar length, scale-in and -out techniques, and very importantly trade risk management. The class also teaches the key points to devel-oping a forecast including market direction, turning points and targets.

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What You Will Learn
  • How to Develop a Trading Framework
  • ....Use technical indicators for entries and exits
  • ....Set stops to let profits run and cut losses
  • ....Scale in and out of trades using multiple time frames
  • Construct Trading Strategies
  • ....Figure time frame(s) or bar length(s)
  • ....How to combine a forecast with trading framework
  • ....Adjust strategy for changing market conditions
  • Learn How to Understand a Technical Market Forecast
  • ....Identify market direction
  • ....Determine targets and key decision points
  • ....Identify support and resistance
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Seminar Agenda
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Introduction - How Technical Analysis Can Improve Performance

  1. The Best Ways to Use TA Buy And Sell Energy
  2. How TA Applies to Physical Energy Transactions and Hedging

Part One - Review Of Popular Indicators, Chart Types And Patterns

  1. Understanding The Difference Between Time, Tick Volume And Range Bars
  2. Effectively Using Moving Averages, DMI And Swings
  3. What Are Momentum Indicators: Stochastic, RSI, MACD And More…
  4. Recognizing The Most Important Candlestick and Geometric Patterns
  5. Workshop Session: Hands On

Part Two - Learn To Use Indicators To Time Entries And Exits And Manage Risk

  1. The Most Effective Ways to Time an Energy Purchase or Sale
  2. Choosing the Right Time to Exit or Close Out a Position
  3. The Best Stop and Trade Risk Management Techniques

Part Three - Developing A Successful Buy And Sell Strategy

  1. Choosing the Chart that is best for Your Firm
  2. Matching Time Frame with Volume or Trade Size
  3. Customizing Your Technique to your Firm's Risk Tolerance
  4. Cutting Losses and Letting Profits Run
  5. Modifying Strategy For Changing Market Conditions
  6. Learn How To Avoid Whipsaw
  7. Workshop Session: Hands On

Part Four - Energy Trading Workshop

  1. Trade Examples - Single Time Frame Charts
  2. Trade Examples - Complex Charts
  3. Workshop Session: Hands On

Part Five - Wave And Swing Analysis

  1. Applying Wave Theory And Forecasting Mathematics
  2. Using Swings For Wave Identification
  3. What Is The Fibonacci Sequence And How Is It Used For Forecasting
  4. Using "Existential" Numbers (Natural Logs, Golden Mean, And "Pi")
  5. "Elliott" Wave Basics - What Works And What Doesn't
  6. Wave Projections And Retracements

Part Six - Forecasting Energy Prices

  1. Learn To Correctly Identify Trends And Corrections
  2. Using Wave Analysis To Identify Confluent Support And Resistance
  3. Confirming Support And Resistance
  4. Secrets to Using Indicators in Forecasting

Part Seven - Energy Forecasting Workshop

  1. Real Forecasting Example Walk Through
  2. Forecast Applications to Trading
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Hotel and Seminar Information
This two-day seminar will be held at the hotels listed below or can be conducted on-site at your facilities. The seminar will start promptly at 8:00 AM and will finish at 4:30 PM on the first day. On the second day, the seminar will resume at 8:00 AM and will finish at 12:00 PM (noon). The program includes continental breakfast, lunch, and coffee for the first day and breakfast and coffee breaks for the second day. Attendees also receive a professionally produced seminar manual that can serve as a valuable office reference. Dress is casual for all seminars.
COVID 19 Information: Please click here for the PGS Covid-19 policy. You can confirm each hotel's specific COVID 19 policy using the link(s) provided below.
Registration Fee and Discounts
The price for this comprehensive two-day seminar is $1,395 (USD).
Register online or Call (843) 212-4038.
  • Additional attendees and government employees receive a 10% discount.
  • Register 4 or more attendees and receive 20% Off. Special pricing is available for groups of 5 or more.
    If you want attendees to pay with separate credit cards or have other questions, please call (843) 212-4038 for assistance.
Payments and Cancellations
Payment is due prior to the start of the seminar by Visa, Master Card, American Express, or corporate check. Seminar fees will be charged to your credit card at the time of registration unless other arrangements have been made. Please make checks payable to "PGS Energy Training" 26 Teal Lane • Hilton Head Island, SC 29926. Cancellations will result in a credit that is good for 2 years which can be transferred to a colleague. Substitutions may be made at any time. For more information on PGS policies regarding administrative matters and complaint resolution, please contact our offices at (843) 212-4038.
CPE Credits in Specialized Knowledge

This live group seminar is eligible for 11.0 CPE credits. Be aware that state boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. As of January 1, 2002, sponsored learning activities are measured by program length, with one 50-minute period equal to one CPE credit. One-half CPE credit increments (equal to 25 minutes) are permitted after the first credit has been earned in a given learning activity. You may want to verify that the state board from which your participants will be receiving credit accept one-half credits.

PGS Energy Training is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org. CPAs interested in attending any seminars should contact our offices for details on CPE credits granted and any prerequisite requirements.
PGS Energy Training is registered with GARP as an Approved Provider of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits. If you are a Certified FRM or ERP, please record this activity in your Credit Tracker at http://www.garp.org/cpd. Please inform PGS Energy Training that you are a GARP CPE participant upon seminar registration.

The Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) is a not-for-profit membership association dedicated to preparing professionals and organizations for making better-informed risk decisions. GARP's membership represents more than 150,000 risk management practitioners and researchers at academic institutions, banks, corporations, government agencies, and investment management firms in 195 countries and territories. GARP administers the Financial Risk Manager (FRM) and Energy Risk Professional (ERP) Exams – certifications recognized by risk professionals worldwide. Visit www.garp.org/cpd.
Who Should Attend

Anyone interested in a clear, logical approach to trading futures will benefit from this course. This class has all the basics for beginners and focuses on techniques experienced traders need for a fresh look at how to improve buy and sell results.

Prerequisites and Advance Preparation

This fundamental level group live seminar has no prerequisites. No advance preparation is required before the seminar.

Why Choose PGS?

PGS seminars are known for their clear explanations and in-depth content. Register for a PGS class today, and join the over 10,000 energy professionals who have already attended one of PGS's proven programs.

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Program Level & Delivery Method
Intermediate level. CPE delivery method is "Group-Live."