Recent content by JohnD

I'm not sure how to do precisely what you ask for, but you can get the answer you want by simply not using a filter and, in the reports listing clicking on the column containing the value you require, which will cause that column to be sorted, so you can easily see which is the entry with the...

I spoke to Bill at Paritech. Apparently the problem was something to do with a stock re-classification. If you have a word with him, he'll be able to arrange for you to be able to download prices for 3/12/05 to 12/12/05 inclusive, and this should fix the data, John

Chorlton, Sorry for the slow reply. My Paritech data feed is just about to expire, and I have checked NLR and SBT and find that I too have a problem with missing data on these (I checked another FTSE 100 stock and it was OK) I'll phone them up this afternoon and let you know what I find out. Do...

bbb, I'm in a similar position to yourself - looking to use CFDs or spreadbets and learning and investigating at present. I also considered Barclays as a CFD provider, but the "small print" on their site makes it clear that their CFD offering is provided by City Index, and your contract would...

Trader333, My day job is as a Java/Web developer, and was formerly a C++ developer using Microsoft tools and Visual Studio. Whichever way you go, be prepared for a substantial learning curve. I'm assuming you don't just want to program the trading rules for an existing program like...

Ilia, As I've still got a day job, I just use end of day data, and the "basic" version of Metastock. I understand that the Pro version can trigger normal alerts, or can send messages via email or mobile phone, but as far as I know, it doesn't automatically place trades for you. It appears to...

Yes, it is funny how we've both gone different ways - each of us has different preferences. Ilia - as to your 2nd question about how you program them and install plugins etc. - for metastock you just enter a formula into a dialogue box if you want to do your own programming. Updata isn't quite...

This note is in response to Ilya's question about the Metastock "Expert Advisor". Both Updata and Metastock can show buy and sell recommendations on a chart, like the example you posted. It's very much your responibility to work out whether that's likely to make you a profit or a loss! Updata...

I've switched (in mid January) from Updata TA to Metastock, and am very pleased that I did so. I still continue with Sharescope which is a valuable supplement to both. I'm an "end of day" user, so can't comment on the real time offerings. Here's a summary of my experiences, and the pros and...