A simple candlestick chart may have different shades of black ... which vary in height and color. The color of each candle depends on the price action of the security for the given day.

Every Wednesday, IBD publishes weekly charts accompanying the IBD 50, a list of top high-growth stocks. The price and volume bars in these charts are color-coded to help readers assess the health ...

David Gorton, CPA, has 5+ years of professional experience in accounting. He teaches accounting, helping promote financial education and awareness. Gordon Scott has been an active investor and ...