[International Federation of Technical Analysts] 39th Annual IFTA Conference
Date : 9-10 October 2026
Location : One Moorgate Place
Chartered Accountants Hall
1 Moorgate Pl, London EC2R 6EA
United Kingdom
The global technical analysis community returns to London for the 39th Annual IFTA Conference — a two-day gathering of the world’s most influential thinkers in technical analysis, quantitative trading, and financial markets.
Set in the heart of the City of London, this year’s theme — “The Next Wave in TA” — explores how technical analysis is evolving in an era defined by AI, automation, and unprecedented market complexity.
Join 200 in-person delegates and a worldwide livestream audience for two days of learning, insight, and connection.
Why Attend IFTA 2026?
Learn from the world’s leading experts.
This year’s headline speakers include six of the most respected names in technical analysis:
- Perry Kaufman, FSTA – Author, Kaufman Signals
- Linda Bradford-Raschke, CTA – Trading Legend & Author
- Zoe Bollinger, CFP® – Vice President and Portfolio Manager, Bollinger Capital Management
- Robin Mesch – Innovator in Market Theory & Market Strategist, Robin Mesch Associates
- David Keller, CMT – President and Chief Strategist, Sierra Alpha Research, LLC
- Seiji Adachi, MFTA – Former Member of the Monetary Policy Committee of the Bank of Japan
These speakers rarely appear together. IFTA 2026 is your chance to learn directly from the people shaping the future of the discipline.
Explore the future of TA in the AI era.
Markets are changing — fast.
This conference tackles the questions that matter most:
- How will AI reshape technical analysis?
- Which indicators remain robust in modern markets?
- How do you build resilient trading systems in volatile environments?
- What new patterns and structures are emerging?
- How can traders avoid false signals in increasingly noisy data?
Expect practical, evidence-based insights you can apply immediately.
Connect with a global community.
IFTA brings together professionals from more than 30 countries, including:
- Fund managers
- Institutional and private traders
- Quantitative researchers
- Market strategists
- Portfolio managers
- Financial educators
- Fintech innovators
This is one of the most valuable networking opportunities in the TA world
A Premier Networking Opportunity
The IFTA Conference provides an unparalleled forum for professional exchange and collaboration. Delegates will have the opportunity to connect with senior finance professionals, fund managers, institutional investors, and private traders — fostering relationships that can shape the future of their work and the wider industry.
The Society of Technical Analysts (STA) is proud to host the 2026 event in collaboration with IFTA and local industry leaders. We invite you to attend this exceptional gathering of financial experts in one of Europe’s most influential financial centres.
