Abstract: A method of tracking and displaying stock information utilizing candlestick is provided as a means of generating graphical representation of stock data that is used to determine patterns to help influence decision making as well as teach a user about stock trends. The method receives a plurality of stock data for a particular stock over the course of a plurality of trading intervals. The method extracts particular pricing information from the plurality of stock data and uses the information to generate a graphical representation of the particular stock for each trading interval of the plurality of trading intervals. The method utilizes a computerized system to carry out certain functional aspects such as communicating with external distribution services, storing large quantities of data, graphically representing said data, analyzing the graphically represented data, and generating notifications based on possible patterns in the represented data.