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4.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

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

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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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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

“The Real Deal”.

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.

7 April 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really glad i found these guys

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

23 March 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wealth of experience, genuinely committed, great track record !

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 !

16 September 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

subscriber since the beginning...

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.

14 September 2024
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I will never forgive Kevin for his…

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.

30 December 2023
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Hi James. I'm sorry to hear you sold at a low. Our members received the information to exit a very long time before that though, with multiple warnings as Bitcoin & the crypto market was topping. We even gave a final warning on social media in January 2022. It's a matter of public record https://x.com/NorthstarCharts/status/1485387865370546182 - We can't be blamed if you ignored it. Our NAV (tracked trades) made substantial gains in 2022, so I can only assume you didn't follow those either. Certainly some lessons to be learned there, I feel. Sound risk & money management protocols should always be adhered to. Very best wishes in your future trading/investing, Kevin.

Edit in response: Apologies, but I didn't mean to assume anything. It sounded, from your reply that you sold at a low, rather than near the high when we gave our final warnings. The Bitcoin Decision Aid should have helped you https://x.com/NorthstarCharts/status/1638597743064104960 - We included a lot more detail for members. The move from $35k to the $69k target didn't yield a particularly good risk/reward profile, but we used it to increase gold & silver stacks by over 30% with our ratio tracker going long BTC versus gold and silver. It sounds like you weren't prepared to consider our full range of website tools, aids and trades. Money was made elsewhere and the NAV gained as a result. We don't limit ourselves to crypto for good reason. Since early 2021 uranium miners have outperformed Bitcoin and the altcoin index. In fact, URA has outperformed Total2 by around 90%.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding

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.

31 March 2024
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Thank you

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I don't believe there is better value…

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.

31 March 2024
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So kind of you to say. Thanks.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I've been a member almost since the website opened

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%.

28 March 2024
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Fantastic news. Thanks for the review.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Best technical analysis and insight webservice !

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.

20 March 2024
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Reply from Northstar and Badcharts

Thanks for taking the time to let us know what you think Alain.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great investing service

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

1 June 2023
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Thank you

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A solid approach to investing

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.

19 March 2024
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Thanks Mark

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great reliable service for steadily increasing your net asset value

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.

18 March 2024
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Thank you so much

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

NSBC - Review Mar 2024

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

14 March 2024
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Reply from Northstar and Badcharts

Hi Walter. Very happy to see the feedback on how to make the content easier to digest. I have taken note of your 3 points and will see how we can implement those. Kind Regards, Patrick

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

considered chart interpretation & trade management

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.

13 March 2024
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Reply from Northstar and Badcharts

We very much appreciate your endorsement. Thank you.

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