History of MetaStock in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 14, 2026

MetaStock is a professional-grade technical analysis software designed for traders and investors to conduct market research and chart financial data. Developed by Refinitiv, it provides powerful analytical tools, including hundreds of pre-built indicators, custom formula writing, and robust backtesting capabilities. The software allows users to analyze stocks, commodities, options, and futures, helping them identify market trends and potential entry or exit points. MetaStock is widely recognized for its high-performance charting engine and its ability to integrate with various real-time data feeds. It offers both desktop-based versions and cloud-based platforms, catering to the needs of both retail traders and professional financial analysts who require advanced pattern recognition and automated trading system testing to support data-driven decision-making.

1982: Founding of Computer Asset Management

In 1982, Steve Achelis established Computer Asset Management to create financial and technical analysis software designed for personal computers.

1984: Release of The Market Mood Monitor

In 1984, the company launched The Market Mood Monitor, a software tool that would later be rebranded as The Technician.

1985: Original Release of MetaStock

In 1985, the proprietary software program MetaStock was originally launched by Computer Asset Management, providing users with tools for technical analysis and charting of financial asset prices.

April 1986: MetaStock 1.0 Launch and Award Recognition

In April 1986, MetaStock 1.0 was released, and both MetaStock and The Technician were honored with PC Magazine’s Editor’s Choice award.

1989: Rebranding to Equis International

In 1989, the company previously known as Computer Asset Management underwent a corporate name change to Equis International.

July 1992: Release of MetaStock RT

In July 1992, MetaStock RT was launched to meet the growing need for real-time market analysis, utilizing live quotes from the Data Broadcasting Signal data feed.

1995: MetaStock 5.0 and Reuters DataLink Support

During 1995, MetaStock 5.0 was released for the Windows 3.1 operating system, and the software introduced compatibility with the Reuters DataLink end-of-day data feed.