Simple Moving Average (SMA)
The foundation of trend analysis. Calculates average price over a set period to smooth out price data and identify direction.
Technical Indicators
Master the essential tools of technical analysis. Learn how to use trend-following indicators, momentum oscillators, volatility measures, and volume analysis to make informed trading decisions.
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⚠️ Educational Disclaimer: Technical indicators are analytical tools, not crystal balls. No indicator predicts the future with certainty. Always combine multiple indicators, use proper risk management, and never rely on a single signal for trading decisions.
Trend Indicators
9 IndicatorsExponential Moving Average (EMA)
Weighted moving average that gives more importance to recent prices, reacting faster to price changes than SMA.
Weighted Moving Average (WMA)
Assigns linearly increasing weights to recent data points, providing a balance between SMA and EMA responsiveness.
MACD
Moving Average Convergence Divergence - tracks relationship between two EMAs to identify momentum shifts and trend changes.
ADX (Average Directional Index)
Measures trend strength regardless of direction. Values above 25 indicate a strong trend, below 20 suggests ranging market.
Ichimoku Cloud
Comprehensive indicator showing support, resistance, trend direction, and momentum in a single glance. Popular in forex trading.
Parabolic SAR
Stop And Reverse indicator that trails price and flips when trend reverses. Excellent for setting trailing stop losses.
Supertrend Indicator
ATR-based trend-following indicator that provides clear buy/sell signals with visual trend direction on charts.
Donchian Channels
Plots highest high and lowest low over n periods. Classic breakout indicator used by turtle traders for trend identification.
Momentum Indicators
3 IndicatorsRSI (Relative Strength Index)
Measures speed and magnitude of price changes. Readings above 70 suggest overbought, below 30 indicate oversold conditions.
Stochastic Oscillator
Compares closing price to its price range over time. Uses %K and %D lines to identify overbought/oversold conditions and crossovers.
CCI (Commodity Channel Index)
Measures current price relative to average price over time. Originally for commodities but works on any market.
Volatility Indicators
3 IndicatorsBollinger Bands
Dynamic bands that expand and contract with volatility. Price touching bands can signal reversals or breakouts.
ATR (Average True Range)
Measures market volatility by analyzing the range of price movement. Essential for position sizing and stop placement.
Keltner Channels
Volatility-based envelope using ATR around an EMA. Often used with Bollinger Bands for squeeze strategies.
Volume Indicators
3 IndicatorsOBV (On-Balance Volume)
Cumulative volume indicator that adds volume on up days and subtracts on down days. Confirms trends and spots divergences.
Money Flow Index (MFI)
Volume-weighted RSI that incorporates both price and volume. Shows buying/selling pressure with overbought/oversold levels.
Volume Profile
Displays trading activity at specific price levels. Identifies high-volume nodes, value areas, and potential support/resistance.
Combine Indicators with Chart Patterns
Technical indicators work best when combined with chart patterns and price action analysis. Learn to identify patterns and confirm signals with our comprehensive chart patterns guide.