This is a simple indicator that expands the usability of Standard deviation into a universally usable indicator.
This indicator displays the volatility as standard deviation as a % of asset value, this allows using more standardized and comparable values across multiple instruments and asset classes.
Release Notes
Added revision numbers for tracking version in chart easily.
Added Calculation Method options as suggested by commenter. Now you can choose using STdev / Close or STdev / SMA(Close) for the period inputed
Added Relative Percentile Values option which transforms the indicator from an absolute value measure to a percentile based measure so it can be more easily compared across vastly different assets.
Release Notes
Improved inputs and changed default settings.
Added clarity to Percentile Ranking inputs via tooltips.
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