Group 1 - The stock market has patterns and trends that can be followed for profit, requiring years of experience to understand its dynamics [2] - Investors should focus on learning and adapting strategies, as market conditions can change rapidly [4] - Smart investors collect shares at low prices, which is considered the correct approach to bottom-fishing [4] Group 2 - There are three main forms of accumulation by major players: 1. Raising prices to accumulate shares, which involves a prolonged collection phase followed by a rapid price increase [4] 2. Pressuring prices down to accumulate shares, often seen during market downturns, leading to panic selling by retail investors [7] 3. Sideways accumulation at low prices, which requires patience as it may take a long time [9] Group 3 - Investors should avoid rigid strategies, as the stock market is highly dynamic and requires constant adaptation [11] - Blind faith in technical analysis can lead to losses, as it is merely a tool with limitations [12] - Maintaining a cash position is crucial, as being fully invested can result in missed opportunities [13] Group 4 - Relying on insider information can be risky, as such information is often unreliable and outdated by the time it reaches retail investors [14] - Buying stocks that have already surged in price carries risks, as it may lead to being trapped in a losing position [15] Group 5 - Specific stop-loss strategies include: 1. A percentage-based stop-loss, typically set at 3% to 5% of total assets [17] 2. Exceeding a set volatility threshold for stop-loss, which is based on historical price movements [20] Group 6 - Common signs of major players' strategies include: 1. Accumulation of shares at low prices without significant volume increase [21] 2. Using downward price movements to accumulate shares while maintaining an upward price trend [22] 3. Selling shares while creating upward price movements to mislead other investors [24] Group 7 - The phenomenon of stocks gapping up and then declining is often due to major players selling at high prices after attracting retail investors [28] - Positive news can lead to short-term price spikes followed by declines, as major players take profits [29] - Major players often wash out retail investors during price increases to facilitate further gains [30] Group 8 - Market conditions can significantly impact major players' strategies, as unexpected downturns can force them to adjust their positions [32]