Technical analysis for research workflows
How price structure, levels, and indicators fit a research process without becoming the whole thesis.
Role of technicals
Technical analysis organizes price into structure, momentum, and volatility context. It is most useful when it confirms or challenges a macro or positioning thesis.
CrossResearch treats charts as execution context, not as a substitute for understanding catalysts and regimes.
Common mistakes
Over-layering indicators, ignoring timeframe conflict, and treating every signal as a standalone trade idea.
Prefer a small set of tools with clear rules, then link back to macro and risk pages.