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Commitment of Traders (COT)
Known for Insight Into Institutional Positioning
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General Information
Indicator Type 📊
The category or classification of the trading indicator based on its primary function and analysis method.Asset Class 💰
Specifies the financial instruments for which the indicator is most commonly used- FuturesThe asset classes Commitment of Traders (COT) is typically used for are Futures. Indicators designed for trading futures contracts across various asset classes. Click to see all.
- CommoditiesThe asset classes Commitment of Traders (COT) is typically used for are Commodities. Trading indicators optimized for commodity markets like oil, gold, and agricultural products. Click to see all.
Made In 🌍
The country or origin of the trading indicator
Characteristics
Lagging or Leading 🏁
Indicates whether the trading indicator is a lagging or leading type, reflecting its predictive nature.Complexity Level 🧑
Indicates the level of expertise required to effectively use the indicatorPopularity 🏆
Indicates how widely used and recognized the indicator is in the trading community
Facts
Interesting Fact 💡
An intriguing or lesser-known fact about the trading indicator- Mandated by the Commodity Exchange Act in 1962
Sarcastic Fact 😉
A humorous or ironic observation about the trading indicator- It's like peeking at the big players' cards - if only they weren't playing poker face!
Application
Timeframe 🕑
The time intervals or periods for which the trading indicator is most effective or commonly used.
Technical Details
Calculation Method 🧮
The mathematical or analytical approach used to compute the trading indicator's values.Signal Generation 📊
Describes the methods by which the indicator produces trading signals- Position ChangesCommitment of Traders (COT) generates trading signals through Position Changes. Indicators that signal when to alter trading positions based on market conditions Click to see all.
- ExtremesCommitment of Traders (COT) generates trading signals through Extremes. Indicators that identify overbought or oversold conditions in the market Click to see all.
Customization Options 🔧
Lists the parameters that can be adjusted to fine-tune the indicator- Report CategoriesCommitment of Traders (COT) offers customization options for Report Categories. Enables customization of analysis report types or sections Click to see all.
- Time PeriodsCommitment of Traders (COT) offers customization options for Time Periods. Customizable multiple time periods for analysis Click to see all.
Usage
For whom 👥
The target audience or user group for the trading indicator- Institutional TradersCommitment of Traders (COT) is designed for Institutional Traders. Tailored for large-scale trading decisions and portfolio management Click to see all.
- Commodity AnalystsCommitment of Traders (COT) is designed for Commodity Analysts. Specialized tools for analyzing trends and patterns in commodity markets Click to see all.
Purpose 📈
The primary purpose or application of the trading indicator- Market Sentiment AnalysisCommitment of Traders (COT) is primarily used for Market Sentiment Analysis. Indicators that gauge overall market mood and psychology Click to see all.
- Long-Term Trend PredictionCommitment of Traders (COT) is primarily used for Long-Term Trend Prediction. Indicators that excel at forecasting extended market movements Click to see all.
Evaluation
Pros 👍
Advantages of using the trading indicator- Provides Insight Into Big Players' PositionsHelps track large-scale market participants' activities, aiding in strategy alignment Click to see all.
- Useful For Long-Term AnalysisIndicators suited for analyzing extended time periods and identifying major trends Click to see all.
- Free Data From CFTCIndicators utilizing freely available data from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission Click to see all.
Cons 👎
Disadvantages or limitations of the trading indicator- Weekly Reporting Lag
- Complex Interpretation
- Limited To Futures Markets
Performance Metrics
Reliability Score 💯
A score indicating the overall reliability of the trading indicatorEase of Use Score 💻
A score representing how user-friendly and intuitive the trading indicator isVersatility Score 🔀
A score indicating the adaptability of the trading indicator across different markets and timeframesCustomization Score 🔧
A score representing the degree of customization available for the trading indicator- 6.5The customization score for Commitment of Traders (COT) is 6.5 out of 10.
Score ⭐
The overall score of the trading indicator based on various performance metrics
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