FSC and IFTA Partner to Advance Technical and Cycles Analysis

Foundation for the Study of Cycles

Shared Vision for Empowering Analysts Worldwide

We’re proud to announce a landmark collaboration between two organizations deeply committed to the future of market analysis and financial education: the Foundation for the Study of Cycles (FSC) and the International Federation of Technical Analysts (IFTA).

Last week, during the Live in ’25 conference in New York City, FSC and IFTA formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) – a milestone that marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the global advancement of technical and cycles analysis.

A Shared Vision for Empowering Analysts Worldwide

This strategic partnership is built on a shared mission: to empower technical analysts and market practitioners with world-class training, cutting-edge research, and an engaged global community.

For decades, both FSC and IFTA have championed professional excellence in the field. This collaboration takes that commitment to the next level, creating opportunities for deeper learning, broader networking, and stronger professional influence.

Key Areas of Collaboration

The MoU outlines five core areas where FSC and IFTA will work together:

• Knowledge Sharing: Co-produced white papers, research, and webinars that explore technical and cycles analysis, market trends, and the evolution of the field.
• Professional Development: Joint training programs, workshops, and certifications to equip analysts with the tools they need to succeed in a fast-changing landscape.
• Events & Conferences: Co-branded events ranging from intimate roundtables to global summits – bringing together thought leaders, innovators, and rising stars.
• Networking & Community Building: Cross-membership benefits, priority access, and more ways for members to connect, collaborate, and grow.
• Advocacy & Industry Impact: Joint campaigns and policy initiatives aimed at shaping the future of our profession and elevating the role of analysis in financial decision-making.

Why This Matters Now

As financial markets grow more complex and interconnected, the need for skilled technical analysts has never been greater. Technical analysis offers powerful tools to decode market behavior, identify trends, and anticipate reversals – all through a disciplined, data-driven lens.

At the same time, cycles analysis adds a unique and vital dimension, highlighting the time-based rhythms that influence everything from stock prices and commodity markets to economic cycles and human behavior. With over 80 years of leadership in this space, FSC brings unmatched expertise in the study of recurring patterns rooted in both nature and finance.

By combining these two approaches – technical analysis and cycles analysis – this partnership equips professionals with a broader lens and a sharper edge.

What Comes Next

This is just the beginning. In the months ahead, FSC and IFTA members can look forward to:

• New co-branded educational programs
• Exclusive webinars and research insights
• High-impact joint events
• Expanded community engagement opportunities

Together, we’re building a stronger, smarter, and more connected future for the global technical analysis community.

We invite all members, partners, and fellow market practitioners to join us in this journey. Let’s shape what’s next – together.