Stock Market Prediction Using Machine Learning - A Survey

The stock market scenario currently is very volatile and prone to sudden changes. The market is in such a state due to factors like the pandemic, conflicts between nations, and the overall recession that's been going on. Many indices worldwide are down from their all-time highs, but the market also shows signs of potential growth albeit it is very slow. In such a situation traders and investors must carefully consider their goals and the risks they're willing to take. It is here where stock market prediction techniques could prove to be the determining factor with respect to making suitable investments. This paper's goal is to describe and compare the various algorithms that are being used for the sole purpose of stock market predictions.