Counseling on strategies to become a trader or investor in the capital market

Abstract

This community service program aimed to enhance financial literacy and investment awareness among the academic community of Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Ekonomi (STIE) Pancasetia Banjarmasin through the theme “Strategy to Become a Trader/Investor in the Capital Market.” The activity was conducted to address the limited understanding of capital market mechanisms, particularly the distinction between trading and investing, and to introduce practical strategies for financial decision-making. The method used was a participatory socialization approach that included presentations, interactive discussions, and question-and-answer sessions. Participants were introduced to fundamental concepts such as the differences between traders and investors, the factors influencing stock prices, and the role of technical analysis as a probability-based tool for market forecasting. The materials included key indicators such as candlestick patterns, support and resistance levels, moving averages, RSI, and MACD, allowing participants to better understand buy and sell signals. The results showed that participants demonstrated high enthusiasm, improved comprehension of trading and investing strategies, and increased awareness of the importance of discipline and risk management in capital market activities. The program successfully strengthened participants’ ability to make informed investment decisions and aligned with Indonesia’s National Strategy for Financial Literacy 2021–2025. Overall, this initiative contributed to promoting financial literacy and responsible investment behavior within the academic environment.

Keywords: capital market, trader, investor, technical analysis, financial literacy, STIE Pancasetia