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Keltner Channel Indicator

Keltner Channels are volatility-based bands used in technical analysis that are placed on either side of an asset's price. They can aid in determining the direction of a trend. The Keltner Channel uses the average true range (ATR) or volatility. Breaks…

Donchian Channel Indicator

Technical analysis in trading evaluates and predicts future price moves and trends for securities. One tool employed often is the Donchian channel. While the mathematical formula behind it is straightforward, many online trading platforms…

Average True Range (ATR) Indicator

What Is the Average True Range (ATR)? The average true range (ATR) is a technical analysis indicator introduced by market technician J. Welles Wilder Jr. in his book New Concepts in Technical Trading Systems. It measures market volatility…

What are Channels, Bands & Overlays?

Bollinger Bands have gained widespread recognition for their ability to incorporate volatility and capture price action, making them a popular tool among Forex traders. However, several lesser-known technical indicators, such as Donchian channels,…

What are Channels, Bands & Overlays?

Bollinger Bands have gained widespread recognition for their ability to incorporate volatility and capture price action, making them a popular tool among Forex traders. However, several lesser-known technical indicators, such as Donchian…
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Weekly Market Wrap: Strength Returns to Stocks & USD!

For subscribers of our "Daily Trading Signals", we now also include a "Weekly Market Report", where we provide a weekly deep-dive on the market, including fundamentals, technicals, economics, and portfolio management: Click here for last…
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Weekly Market Wrap: Strong NFP Jobs Data Boosts Stock Markets!

For subscribers of our "Daily Trading Signals", we now also include a "Weekly Market Report", where we provide a weekly deep-dive on the market, including fundamentals, technicals, economics, and portfolio management: Click here for last…

Moving Average Crossover Strategies

Moving averages are often the first technical indicator traders will utilize when they set out to understand trading. However, even highly competent traders who have knowledge of many advanced tools often continue to rely on moving…

Types of Moving Averages (Simple, Exponential, Weighted)

The Simple Moving Average (SMA) is one of the most basic forms of moving averages. It calculates the average price of a security over a specified period by summing the prices and then dividing by the number of periods. For example, to…