Describes the behavior of nonlinear systems. A subset of nonlinear dynamics analysis,' Chaos Theory' is a branch of mathematics focusing on irregular and complex behavior that has an underlying order. In the stock market, chaos theory seeks to forecast the future path of stock prices, including sudden changes that occur during periods of intense market activity.
Barry Goldsmith
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