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Multiple SMAs-EMAs & Crosses
Moving averages (MA) are the bedrock of trend analysis. Choosing between Simple (SMA) and Exponential (EMA) depends on whether you prioritize stability or speed.SMA vs. EMA: The Main DifferenceThe core difference lies in how they handle data.
Simple Moving Average (SMA): Treats all days equally. A 50-day SMA averages the last 50 closing prices with no bias. It is smoother and less prone to "fake-outs," making it the gold standard for identifying long-term trends (e.g., the 200-day SMA).
Exponential Moving Average (EMA): Places more weight on the most recent price data. It reacts much faster to sudden market shifts. Short-term traders (scalpers and day traders) prefer EMAs to catch trend changes early.
The Crossover Strategy
A crossover occurs when a "fast" (short-period) MA crosses a "slow" (long-period) MA. This signals a shift in market momentum.
Golden Cross: Fast MA (e.g., 50) crosses above Slow MA (e.g., 200). Bullish: Indicates a potential long-term uptrend.
Death Cross: Fast MA (e.g., 50) crosses below Slow MA (e.g., 200).Bearish: Indicates a potential long-term downtrend.
Using Multiple Moving Averages, Traders often use a "ribbon" or a stack of three MAs to filter noise: Short-term (e.g., 9 or 20): Shows immediate price direction.Medium-term (e.g., 50): Acts as a trend filter and dynamic support/resistance. Long-term (e.g., 200): Defines the "big picture" macro trend.
Simple Moving Average (SMA): Treats all days equally. A 50-day SMA averages the last 50 closing prices with no bias. It is smoother and less prone to "fake-outs," making it the gold standard for identifying long-term trends (e.g., the 200-day SMA).
Exponential Moving Average (EMA): Places more weight on the most recent price data. It reacts much faster to sudden market shifts. Short-term traders (scalpers and day traders) prefer EMAs to catch trend changes early.
The Crossover Strategy
A crossover occurs when a "fast" (short-period) MA crosses a "slow" (long-period) MA. This signals a shift in market momentum.
Golden Cross: Fast MA (e.g., 50) crosses above Slow MA (e.g., 200). Bullish: Indicates a potential long-term uptrend.
Death Cross: Fast MA (e.g., 50) crosses below Slow MA (e.g., 200).Bearish: Indicates a potential long-term downtrend.
Using Multiple Moving Averages, Traders often use a "ribbon" or a stack of three MAs to filter noise: Short-term (e.g., 9 or 20): Shows immediate price direction.Medium-term (e.g., 50): Acts as a trend filter and dynamic support/resistance. Long-term (e.g., 200): Defines the "big picture" macro trend.
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Open-source script
In true TradingView spirit, the creator of this script has made it open-source, so that traders can review and verify its functionality. Kudos to the author! While you can use it for free, remember that republishing the code is subject to our House Rules.
Disclaimer
The information and publications are not meant to be, and do not constitute, financial, investment, trading, or other types of advice or recommendations supplied or endorsed by TradingView. Read more in the Terms of Use.