Ok, I'm a recent subscriber, but what I can see behind the paywall is very encouraging. Everything is explained. The trades are easy to follow and success is evident. I am impressed.
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Ok, I'm a recent subscriber, but what I can see behind the paywall is very encouraging. Everything is explained. The trades are easy to follow and success is evident. I am impressed.
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They are one of us, they are honest, they look at the weight of evidence, and opportunities are clearly defined, they reply back to members' comments. There is a strong sense of belonging to thei... See more
Incredible bang for the buck. The technical analysis is excellent with detailed explanations. Long and shorter term time-frames are covered, which allows you to see the full picture. Everything these... See more
I'm new to the service having joined as a paid subscriber in the Spring of 2025. Before that, my introduction to Northstar badcharts was in listening to podcasts where Kevin, and Patrick were guests.... See more
Using Science To Shift The Odds Of Trading Success. Launched on Monday May 3rd 2021, this site is the culmination of collaborative work between Northstar (Kevin Wadsworth) and Badcharts (Patrick Karim). Our scientific, ‘weight of evidence’ market analysis incorporates sound risk and money management protocols. We are both technical analysts (not financial advisors), so cannot give individual investment advice. However you found us, we’re delighted to see you here, so that we can help you navigate the markets and make more informed investment decisions.
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Pat and Kevin are “The Real Deal”.
I have been in Banking and Finance since 1979 (now Retired) and looked at so many “commentators, experts, tipsters, newsletter writers” etc. over 46 years.
In all that time, these guys have come out top of the pile for their knowledge, timely information and technical approach – with a sprinkling of fundamental background information.
What really stands out, is their NSBC Big Picture 5,000 foot view which ties together macro events with meticulous evidence based analysis. They observe, analyze logically, and consider all possibilities of an outcome – importantly offering a summary of each post.
They continually look for a “Kaizen” approach to the website, constantly tweaking and providing yet more value to an already fantastic service.
You are highly unlikely to find a better service anywhere, at any price if you want to follow the financial markets.
I really like these guys - honest and objective coupled with in depth technical analysis, and all done without the usual hype and hyperbole that you so often get from trading and analysis subscriptions. Its already made me look at my trading differently and has helped to take the emotion out of the process. Thoroughly recommend
Patrick and Kevin are two brilliant minds who will provide you with great insights. A wealth of experience and an indispensable sounding board for navigating the markets. For me personally, the cherry on the cake: very friendly and genuinely involved. They also do not shy away from personal feedback. # A grateful subscriber from the very beginning. Cheers !
Honest, scientific, evidence-based advice.
Genuine site, with good analysis and indepth coverage. Best if your view is long term .
I've been a subscriber to Northstar / bad charts since the beginning, and was following Kevin on twitter for several years before that. Their 'weight of evidence' approach is measured, and they are quick to acknowledge that their approach will not guarantee a specific result, but give reasonable expectations based on a technical approach that has a solid, though not perfect, set of outcomes. I followed Kevin's advice to buy and sell on BTC in the previous cycle and did very well - as in pay off my house well. needless to say, the monthly price I'm locked into is paid for the rest of my life from that one trade. I mainly follow the larger trends on uranium and precious metals, and enter trades when their charts and other fundamental analysts I listen to line up. Keep up the discipline and the good work.
Emotional free logic very clearly applied.Very good value and would strongly recommend.
I will never forgive Kevin for his extremely bearish views on Bitcoin during a positively divergent double bottom during December 2022. His constantly negative analysis and harsh wording convinced me it was time to exit my solana position and I sold 800 USD worth at a low, now worth 20,000 USD. I was injured badly at the time so my brain was not screwed on.
No good trades or advice were provided for a year post this. I've changed providers now and have made much better decisions since. I would love to say who but I don't think it's appropriate.
These guys are too full themselves.
EDIT: Look at his response, he assumes I lost money, I just didn't gain any. And being bearish in January 22 justifies your extreme bearishness in December 22?
The fact is you were bearish during a positively divergent double bottom in bitcoin. Basic textbook stuff. I trusted your service over my own experience. A mistake.

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I have had a good experience with NSBC. Thank you for your guidance during the market changes.
Cesar Z.

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Outstanding, clear, and expert analysis on the stock markets, gold, and bitcoin. I can highly recommend Kevin and Pat for their integrity, their service, and value for money.

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I don't believe there is better value out there for guidance concerning the markets. Kevin and Patrick provide comprehensive charts and reasoning to support their positions when taken. And there is a market round-up at the end of the week covering commodities, precious metals and US markets which is worth your subscription alone.

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I've been a member of Northstarbadcharts almost since they began as a website. I can say nothing but good about Kevin and Patricks work. They've helped me make evidenced based decisions when investing. Overall I'm up more than 100%.

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Both Kevin and Pat are very sharp in making the technical analysis. They continued to broaden and expand their view on how to keep improving in identifying the key moments for technical breakouts.
They provide not only the fish, but are trying to learn you to fish yourself along the way. This is very well received and invaluable.

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Guys keep delivering, consistent and dedicated from the beginning, best value for your money

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Knowledgeable and usually dead accurate with stock and sector stock market forecasts

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A solid approach to investing using multiple data sources as evidence and a clearly articulated approach to risk management. So much better than many of the share tipping services which are a subjective lottery.

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Patrick and Kevin are great long term chartists. They help me prevent fomo'ing into any asset that has good long term outlooks. They helped me stay out of the gold and silver miners the past few years, even though the fundamental outlook for this sector is great: the charts showed the time for investments was not ready yet. I believe they will help their members navigate through upcoming market turmoil whenever that hits, and keep on the good work showing us as members the right investment vehicles when great risk reward setups arrive. Northstar Badcharts is a reliable service: I can definitely give them my endorsement.

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I am relatively new to NSBC. I haven't picked up on a number of things, as much as I would have liked to. I am not sure if this is mainly on me as there is a lot of data and learning to go through.
My suggestions would be:
1) Change your email headings when you send out email update notifications to be something like "NEW post from northstarbadcharts - brief subject - yyyy-mm-dd" eg "NEW post from northstarbadcharts - Gold Update - 2024-03-14". This way I can go through previous emails and quickly find which one I want to view again.
2) In your "Start Learning" tab, if you could include a video example of going through a trade from the start through to the exit.
3) Also in the "Start Learning" tab, if you could include a video on "How To" use, read and better understand the various Trackers (Directional / Trade / Ratio and Heat Map). They are very overwhelming and I'm not sure if I am reading them properly.
Thanks, your work is top notch. I enjoy charting and am learning a lot for you guys. Unfortunately, I have not fully picked up on all the tools that you have developed, hence my suggestions above.
Walter

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Kevin & Pat helped me realise that charts are the sum of all the parts and this changed my approach from trying to invest to trading. The term trading has negative connotations, almost gambling type associations. Kevin & Pat are far from gamblers and their chart interpretation is considered.

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