The Socrates Platform Models

The Socrates Platform uses computer models that analyze the global economy and business cycleTaken from the Greek word “kyklos” meaning circle or returning to the point of origin. A rhythm or frequency of repetitive nature as in weather or in regular oscillations from peak to trough in a time series..

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A collection of time-based models presented in a graphical overview to help identify potential highs, lows, and important changes in trend and volatility for a given time levelOne of the five key viewpoints of time into which analysis is divided: daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly. Also called a time frame.. Each row in the array represents an individual model that is composed of various smaller models. Each column represents an analyzed time level.

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Economic Confidence Model (ECM) The base model for comprehending the global economy that focuses on the flow and concentration of capital around the world as a means to identify shifts in confidence that may lead to major economic events.

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Global Market Watch (GMW) A pattern recognition model that provides an objective computer analysis of all covered markets based on technical price movement, to provide a visual of what is unfolding on a global basis.

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Reversal System A computer model based on the theory that specific pressure points (the reversal pointsReversal points are generated each time a market produces a new isolated high or low on an intraday basis.) exist within price movement. As pressure in price movement builds in one direction or another, reversal points represent possible levels of support or resistance for those familiar with technical analysis. If enough pressure builds in either direction, there will eventually be a final point which, if exceeded or penetrated, signals a change in trend. Pro
Indicating Ranges A collection of computer models that assess data for both time and price considerations on a closing basis for each covered market.

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Energy Model A model that reflects the amount of excess energy within a market. Pro