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The core investigation revolves around whether strategies enhanced with LSTM technology perform better than traditional methods alone. Traditional trading strategies typically depend on analyzing current closing prices and various technical indicators to take trading action. However, by applying LSTM models, this study aims to forecast closing prices with greater accuracy, thereby improving trading performance. Our findings indicate that trading strategies that utilize LSTM models outperform traditional strategies. This improvement suggests a significant advantage in using LSTM models for market prediction and trading decision making. Acknowledging that no one-size-fits-all strategy works for every market condition or stock is crucial. As such, traders are encouraged to select and tailor their strategies based on thorough testing and analysis to best suit their needs and market conditions. 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