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Simple Moving Average (SMA)
Known for Smooth Price Movements
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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- StocksThe asset classes Simple Moving Average (SMA) is typically used for are Stocks. Indicators optimized for analyzing and predicting stock price movements in equity markets. Click to see all.
- ForexThe asset classes Simple Moving Average (SMA) is typically used for are Forex. Indicators optimized for currency pair trading in the foreign exchange market. Click to see all.
- CryptocurrenciesThe asset classes Simple Moving Average (SMA) is typically used for are Cryptocurrencies. Indicators tailored for the volatile and 24/7 nature of cryptocurrency trading. 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- Oldest and most basic technical indicator
Sarcastic Fact 😉
A humorous or ironic observation about the trading indicator- Even your grandma could calculate it
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 signalsCustomization Options 🔧
Lists the parameters that can be adjusted to fine-tune the indicator
Usage
For whom 👥
The target audience or user group for the trading indicator- BeginnersSimple Moving Average (SMA) is designed for Beginners. Simple and easy-to-understand tools for novice traders Click to see all.
- Long-Term InvestorsSimple Moving Average (SMA) is designed for Long-Term Investors. Emphasizes long-term trends and fundamental analysis, suited for buy-and-hold strategies Click to see all.
Purpose 📈
The primary purpose or application of the trading indicator- Trend IdentificationSimple Moving Average (SMA) is primarily used for Trend Identification. Tools that help traders recognize and confirm established market trends Click to see all.
- Support And ResistanceSimple Moving Average (SMA) is primarily used for Support And Resistance. Indicators that identify key price levels where trends may pause or reverse Click to see all.
Evaluation
Cons 👎
Disadvantages or limitations of the trading indicator
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- 6The customization score for Simple Moving Average (SMA) is 6 out of 10.
Score ⭐
The overall score of the trading indicator based on various performance metrics
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Exponential Moving Average (EMA)
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⭐ is rated higher overall than Simple Moving Average (SMA)
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⭐ is rated higher overall than Simple Moving Average (SMA)
Directional Movement Index (DMI)
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⭐ is rated higher overall than Simple Moving Average (SMA)
Elder Triple Screen
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🔧 is more customizable than Simple Moving Average (SMA)
⭐ is rated higher overall than Simple Moving Average (SMA)
Rainbow Moving Average
Known for Visual Representation Of Multiple Timeframes🔀 is more versatile than Simple Moving Average (SMA)
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Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD)
Known for Trend Strength And Direction🔀 is more versatile than Simple Moving Average (SMA)
🔧 is more customizable than Simple Moving Average (SMA)
⭐ is rated higher overall than Simple Moving Average (SMA)
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Known for Identifying Market Sleep And Awakening🔧 is more customizable than Simple Moving Average (SMA)
Average Directional Index (ADX)
Known for Trend Strength Without Direction🔧 is more customizable than Simple Moving Average (SMA)