William Gann

About William Gann

William Delbert Gann (June 6, 1878 – June 18, 1955) was an American trader and analyst who developed the technical analysis methods known as Gann angles, the Gann square, and the hexagon chart. He is considered one of the most influential figures in the history of technical analysis. Gann claimed to have made over $50 million from trading during his career, although these claims have been debated. He believed that market movements followed natural laws and geometric patterns that could be predicted through careful study of price, time, and pattern relationships. His trading methods combined geometry, astronomy, astrology, and ancient mathematics to forecast market movements. While controversial, many of his concepts, including the importance of round numbers, seasonal patterns, and the relationship between time and price, remain influential in technical analysis. Gann was also a prolific writer, publishing numerous books and courses on trading. His work continues to attract followers who study his complex methods, though his techniques require significant study to understand and apply.