Relative Strength Super Smoother by lastguruA better version of Apirine's RS EMA by using a superior MA: Ehlers Super Smoother.
In January 2022 edition of TASC Vitaly Apirine introduced his Relative Strength Exponential Moving Average. A concept not entirely new, as Tushar Chande used a similar calculation for his VIDYA moving average. Both are based on the idea to change EMA length depending on the absolute RSI value, so the moving average would speed up then RSI is going up or down from the center value (when there is a significant directional price movement), and slow down when RSI returns to the center value (when there is a neutral or sideways movement). That way EMA responsiveness would increase where it matters most, but decrease where there is a high probability of whipsaw.
There are only two main differences between VIDYA and RS EMA:
RSI internal smoothing - VIDYA uses SMA, as Chande's CMO is an RSI with SMA; RS EMA uses EMA
Change direction - VIDYA sets the fastest length; RS EMA sets the slowest length
Both algorithms use EMA as the base of their calculation. As John F. Ehlers has shown in his article "Predictive and Successful Indicators" (January 2014 issue of TASC), EMA is not a very efficient filter, as it introduces a significant lag if sufficient smoothing is required. He describes a new smoothing filter called SuperSmoother, "that sharply attenuates aliasing noise while minimizing filtering lag." In other words, it provides better smoothing with lower lag than EMA.
In this script, I try to get the best of all these approaches and present to you Relative Strength Super Smoother. It uses RS EMA algorithm to calculate the SuperSmoother length. Unlike the original RS EMA algorithm, that has an abstract "multiplier" setting to scale the period variance (without this parameter, RSI would only allow it to speed up twice; Vitaly Apirine sets the multiplier to 10 by default), my implementation has explicit lower bound setting, so you can specify the exact range of calculated length.
Settings:
Lower Bound - fastest SuperSmoother length (when RSI is +100 or -100)
Upper Bound - slowest SuperSmoother length (when RSI is 0)
RSI Length - underlying RSI length. Unlike the original RSI that uses RMA as an internal smoothing algorithm, Vitaly Apirine uses EMA, which is approximately twice as fast (that is needed because he uses a generally long RSI length and RMA would be too slow for this). It is the same as the Upper Bound by default (0), as in the original implementation
The original RS EMA is also shown on the chart for comparison. The default multiplier of 10 for RS EMA means that the fastest EMA period is around 4. I use the fastest period of 8 by default. It does not introduce too much of a lag in comparison, but the curve is much smoother.
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Bogdan Ciocoiu - MakaveliDescription
This indicator integrates the functionality of multiple volume price analysis algorithms whilst aligning their scales to fit in a single chart.
Having such indicators loaded enables traders to take advantage of potential divergences between the price action and volume related volatility.
Users will have to enable or disable alternative algorithms depending on their choice.
Uniqueness
This indicator is unique because it combines multiple algorithm-specific two-volume analyses with price volatility.
This indicator is also unique because it amends different algorithms to show output on a similar scale enabling traders to observe various volume-analysis tools simultaneously whilst allocating different colour codes.
Open source re-use
This indicator utilises the following open-source scripts:
Bogdan Ciocoiu - Sniper EntryWhat is Sniper Entry
Sniper Entry is a set indicator that encapsulates a collection of pre-configured scripts using specific variables that enable users to extract signals by interpreting market behaviour quickly, suitable for 1-3min scalping. This instrument is a tool that acts as a confluence for traders to make decisions concerning current market conditions. This indicator does not apply solely to an asset.
What Sniper Entry is not
Sniper Entry is not interpreting fundamental analysis and will also not be providing out of box market signals. Instead, it will provide a collection of integrated and significantly improved open-source subscripts designed to help traders speculate on market trends. Traders must apply their strategies and configure Sniper Entry accordingly to maximise the script's output.
Originality and usefulness
The collection of subscripts encapsulated in this tool makes it unique in the Trading View ecosystem. This indicator enables traders to consider entry positions or exit positions by comparing similar algorithms at once.
Its usefulness also emerges from the unique configurations embedded in the indicator's settings, which are different from those of the original scripts.
This indicator's originality is also reflected in how its modules are integrated, including the integration of the settings.
Open-source reuse
I used the following open-source resources, which I simplified significantly and pre-configured for short term scalping. The source codes for the below are already in the public domain, including the following links listed below.
www.tradingview.com (open source)
(open source and generic algorithm)
www.tradingview.com (open source)
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www.tradingview.com (generic MA algorithm and open source)
(generic VWAP algorithm and open source)
Acrypto - Weighted StrategyHello traders!
I have been developing a fully customizable algo over the last year. The algorithm is based on a set of different strategies, each with its own weight (weighted strategy). The set of strategies that I currently use are 5:
MACD
Stochastic RSI
RSI
Supertrend
MA crossover
Moreover, the algo includes STOP losses criteria and a taking profit strategy. The algo must be optimized for the desired asset to achieves its full potential. The 1H and 4H dataframe give good results. The algo has been tested for several asset (same dataframe, different optimization values).
Important note:
Backtest the algorithm with different data stamps to avoid overfitting results
Best,
Alberto
MathSearchDijkstraLibrary "MathSearchDijkstra"
Shortest Path Tree Search Methods using Dijkstra Algorithm.
min_distance(distances, flagged_vertices) Find the lowest cost/distance.
Parameters:
distances : float array, data set with distance costs to start index.
flagged_vertices : bool array, data set with visited vertices flags.
Returns: int, lowest cost/distance index.
dijkstra(matrix_graph, dim_x, dim_y, start) Dijkstra Algorithm, perform a greedy tree search to calculate the cost/distance to selected start node at each vertex.
Parameters:
matrix_graph : int array, matrix holding the graph adjacency list and costs/distances.
dim_x : int, x dimension of matrix_graph.
dim_y : int, y dimension of matrix_graph.
start : int, the vertex index to start search.
Returns: int array, set with costs/distances to each vertex from start vertexs.
shortest_path(start, end, matrix_graph, dim_x, dim_y) Retrieves the shortest path between 2 vertices in a graph using Dijkstra Algorithm.
Parameters:
start : int, the vertex index to start search.
end : int, the vertex index to end search.
matrix_graph : int array, matrix holding the graph adjacency list and costs/distances.
dim_x : int, x dimension of matrix_graph.
dim_y : int, y dimension of matrix_graph.
Returns: int array, set with vertex indices to the shortest path.
P-Square - Estimation of the Nth percentile of a seriesEstimation of the Nth percentile of a series
When working with built-in functions in TradingView we have to limit our length parameters to max 4999. In case we want to use a function on the whole available series (bar 0 all the way to the current bar), we can usually not do this without manually creating these calculations in our code. For things like mean or standard deviation, this is quite trivial, but for things like percentiles, this is usually very costly. In more complex scripts, this becomes impossible because of resource restrictions from the Pine Script execution servers.
One solution to this is to use an estimation algorithm to get close to the true percentile value. Therefore, I have ported this implementation of the P-Square algorithm to Pine Script. P-Square is a fast algorithm that does a good job at estimating percentiles in data streams. Here's the algorithms original paper .
The chart
On the chart we see:
The returns of the series (blue scatter plot)
The mean of the returns of the series (orange line)
The standard deviation of the returns of the series (yellow line)
The actual 84.1th percentile of the returns (white line)
The estimatedl 84.1th percentile of the returns using the P-Square algorithm (green line)
Note: We can see that the returns are not normally distributed as we can see that one standard deviation is higher than the 84.1th percentile. One standard deviation should equal the 84.1th percentile if the data is normally distributed.
Machine Learning: Logistic RegressionMulti-timeframe Strategy based on Logistic Regression algorithm
Description:
This strategy uses a classic machine learning algorithm that came from statistics - Logistic Regression (LR).
The first and most important thing about logistic regression is that it is not a 'Regression' but a 'Classification' algorithm. The name itself is somewhat misleading. Regression gives a continuous numeric output but most of the time we need the output in classes (i.e. categorical, discrete). For example, we want to classify emails into “spam” or 'not spam', classify treatment into “success” or 'failure', classify statement into “right” or 'wrong', classify election data into 'fraudulent vote' or 'non-fraudulent vote', classify market move into 'long' or 'short' and so on. These are the examples of logistic regression having a binary output (also called dichotomous).
You can also think of logistic regression as a special case of linear regression when the outcome variable is categorical, where we are using log of odds as dependent variable. In simple words, it predicts the probability of occurrence of an event by fitting data to a logit function.
Basically, the theory behind Logistic Regression is very similar to the one from Linear Regression, where we seek to draw a best-fitting line over data points, but in Logistic Regression, we don’t directly fit a straight line to our data like in linear regression. Instead, we fit a S shaped curve, called Sigmoid, to our observations, that best SEPARATES data points. Technically speaking, the main goal of building the model is to find the parameters (weights) using gradient descent.
In this script the LR algorithm is retrained on each new bar trying to classify it into one of the two categories. This is done via the logistic_regression function by updating the weights w in the loop that continues for iterations number of times. In the end the weights are passed through the sigmoid function, yielding a prediction.
Mind that some assets require to modify the script's input parameters. For instance, when used with BTCUSD and USDJPY, the 'Normalization Lookback' parameter should be set down to 4 (2,...,5..), and optionally the 'Use Price Data for Signal Generation?' parameter should be checked. The defaults were tested with EURUSD.
Note: TradingViews's playback feature helps to see this strategy in action.
Warning: Signals ARE repainting.
Style tags: Trend Following, Trend Analysis
Asset class: Equities, Futures, ETFs, Currencies and Commodities
Dataset: FX Minutes/Hours/Days
Price levelsThanks to the developers for adding arrays to TradingView. This gives you more freedom in Pine Script coding.
I have created an algorithm that draws support and resistance levels on a chart. The algorithm can be easily customized as you need.
This algorithm can help both intuitive and system traders. Intuitive traders just look at the drawn lines. For system traders, the "levels" array stores all level values. Thus, you can use these values for algorithmic trading.
[R&D] Moving CentroidThis script utilizes this concept. Instead of weighting by volume, it weights by amount of price action on every close price of the rolling window. I assume it can be used as an additional reference point for price mode and price antimode.
it is directly connected with Market (not volume) profile, or TPO charts.
The algorithm:
1) takes a rolling window of, for example, 50 data points of close prices:
2) for each of this closing prices, the algorithm will check how many bars touched this close price.
3) then: sum of datapoints * weights/sum of weights
Since the logic is implemented in pretty non-efficient way, the script sometimes can take time to make calculations. Moreover, it calculates the centroid taking into account only close prices, not every tick. of a given rolling window That's why it's still experimental.
RenkoNow you can plot a "Renko" chart on any timeframe for free! As with my previous algorithm, you can plot the "Linear Break" chart on any timeframe for free!
I again decided to help TradingView programmers and wrote code that converts a standard candles / bars to a "Renko" chart. The built-in renko() and security() functions for constructing a "Renko" chart are working wrong. Do not try to write strategies based on the built-in renko() function! The developers write in the manual: "Please note that you cannot plot Renko bricks from Pine script exactly as they look. You can only get a series of numbers similar to OHLC values for Renko bars and use them in your algorithms". However, it is possible to build a "Renko" chart exactly like the "Renko" chart built into TradingView. Personally, I had enough Pine Script functionality.
For a complete understanding of how such a chart is built, you can read to Steve Nison's book "BEYOND JAPANESE CANDLES" and see the instructions for creating a "Renko" chart:
Rule 1: one white brick (or series) is built when the price rises above the base price by a fixed threshold value or more.
Rule 2: one black brick (or series) is built when the price falls below the base price by a fixed threshold or more.
Rule 3: if the rise or fall of the price is less than the minimum fixed value, then new bricks are not drawn.
Rule 4: if today's closing price is higher than the maximum of the last brick (white or black) by a threshold or more, move to the column to the right and build one or more white bricks of equal height. A new brick begins with the maximum of the previous brick.
Rule 5: if today's closing price is below the minimum of the last brick (white or black) by a threshold or more, move to the column to the right and build one or more black bricks of equal height. A new brick begins with the minimum of the previous brick.
Rule 6: if the price is below the maximum or above the minimum, then new bricks are not drawn on the chart.
So my algorithm can to plot Traditional Renko with a fixed box size. I want to note that such a "Renko" chart is slightly different from the "Renko" chart built into TradingView, because as a base price I use (by default) close of first candle. How the developers of TradingView calculate the base price I don’t know. Personally, I do as written in the book of Steve Neeson.
The algorithm is very complicated and I do not want to explain it in detail. I will explain very briefly. The first part of the get_renko () function — // creating lists — creates two lists that record how many green bricks should be and how many red bricks. The second part of the get_renko () function — // creating open and close series — creates open and close series to plot bricks. So, this is a white box - study it!
As you understand, one green candle can create a condition under which it will be necessary to plot, for example, 10 green bricks. So the smaller the box size you make, the smaller the portion of the chart you will see.
I stuffed all the logic into a wrapper in the form of the get_renko() function, which returns a tuple of OHLC values. And these series with the help of the plotcandle() annotation can be converted to the "Renko" chart. I also want to note that with a large number of candles on the chart, outrages about the buffer size uncertainty are heard from the TradingView blackbox. Because of it, in the annotation study() set the value of the max_bars_back parameter.
In general, use this script (for example, to write strategies)!
Enhanced Instantaneous Cycle Period - Dr. John EhlersThis is my first public release of detector code entitled "Enhanced Instantaneous Cycle Period" for PSv4.0 I built many months ago. Be forewarned, this is not an indicator, this is a detector to be used by ADVANCED developers to build futuristic indicators in Pine. The origins of this script come from a document by Dr. John Ehlers entitled "SIGNAL ANALYSIS CONCEPTS". You may find this using the NSA's reverse search engine "goggles", as I call it. John Ehlers' MESA used this measurement to establish the data window for analysis for MESA Cycle computations. So... does any developer wish to emulate MESA Cycle now??
I decided to take instantaneous cycle period to another level of novel attainability in this public release of source code with the following methods, if you are curious how I ENHANCED it. Firstly I reduced the delay of accurate measurement from bar_index==0 by quite a few bars closer to IPO. Secondarily, I provided a limit of 6 for a minimum instantaneous cycle period. At bar_index==0, it would provide a period of 0 wrecking many algorithms from the start. I also increased the instantaneous cycle period's maximum value to 80 from 50, providing a window of 6-80 for the instantaneous cycle period value window limits. Thirdly, I replaced the internal EMA with another algorithm. It reduces the lag while extracting a floating point number, for algorithms that will accept that, compared to a sluggish ordinary EMA return. You will see the excessive EMA delay with adding plot(ema(ICP,7)) as it was originally designed. Lastly it's in one simple function for reusability in a nice little package comprising of less than 40 lines of code. I hope I explained that adequately enough and gave you the reader a glimpse of the "Power of Pine" combined with ingenuity.
Be forewarned again, that most of Pine's built-in functions will not accept a floating-point number or dynamic integers for the "length" of it's calculation. You will have to emulate the built-in functions by creating Pine based custom functions, and I assure you, this is very possible in many cases, but not all without array support. You may use int(ICP) to extract an integer from the smoothICP return variable, which may be favorable compared to the choppiness/ringing if ICP alone.
This is commonly what my dense intricate code looks like behind the veil. If you are wondering why there is barely any notation, that's because the notation is in the variable naming and this is intended primarily for ADVANCED developers too. It does contain lines of code that explore techniques in Pine that may be applicable in other Pine projects for those learning or wishing to excel with Pine.
Showcased in the chart below is my free to use "Enhanced Schaff Trend Cycle Indicator", having a common appeal to TV users frequently. If you do have any questions or comments regarding this indicator, I will consider your inquiries, thoughts, and ideas presented below in the comments section, when time provides it. As always, "Like" it if you simply just like it with a proper thumbs up, and also return to my scripts list occasionally for additional postings. Have a profitable future everyone!
NOTICE: Copy pasting bandits who may be having nefarious thoughts, DO NOT attempt this, because this may violate Tradingview's terms, conditions and/or house rules. "WE" are always watching the TV community vigilantly for mischievous behaviors and actions that exploit well intended authors for the purpose of increasing brownie points in reputation scores. Hiding behind a "protected" wall may not protect you from investigation and account penalization by TV staff. Be respectful, and don't just throw an ma() in there branding it as "your" gizmo. Fair enough? Alrighty then... I firmly believe in "innovating" future state-of-the-art indicators, and please contact me if you wish to do so.
Extreme Zone Volume ProfileExtreme Zone Volume Profile (EZVP)
Originality & Innovation
The Extreme Zone Volume Profile (EZVP) revolutionizes traditional volume profile analysis by applying statistical zone classification to volume distribution. Unlike standard volume profiles that display raw volume data, EZVP segments the price range into statistically meaningful zones based on percentile thresholds, allowing traders to instantly identify where volume concentration suggests strong support/resistance versus areas of potential breakout.
Technical Methodology
Core Algorithm:
Distributes volume across user-defined bins (20-200) over a lookback period
Calculates volume-weighted price levels for each bin
Applies percentile-based zone classification to the price range (not volume ranking)
Zone B (extreme zones): Outer percentile tails representing potential rejection areas
Zone A (significant zones): Secondary percentile bands indicating strong interest levels
Center Zone: Bulk trading range where most price discovery occurs
Mathematical Foundation:
The script uses price-range percentiles rather than volume percentiles. If the total price range is divided into 100%, Zone B captures the extreme price tails (default 2.5% each end ≈ 2 standard deviations), Zone A captures the next significant bands (default 14% each ≈ 1 standard deviation), leaving the center for normal distribution trading.
Key Calculations:
POC (Point of Control): Price level with maximum volume accumulation
Volume-weighted mean price: Total volume × price / total volume
Median price: Geometric center of the price range
Rightward-projected bars: Volume bars extend forward from current time to avoid historical chart clutter
Trading Applications
Zone Interpretation:
Zone B (Red/Green): Extreme price levels where volume suggests strong rejection potential. Price reaching these zones often indicates overextension and possible reversal points.
Zone A (Orange/Teal): Significant support/resistance areas with substantial volume interest. These levels often act as intermediate targets or consolidation zones.
Center (Gray): Fair value area where most trading occurs. Price tends to return to this range during normal market conditions.
Strategic Usage:
Reversal Trading: Look for rejection signals when price enters Zone B areas
Breakout Confirmation: Volume expansion beyond Zone B boundaries suggests genuine breakouts
Support/Resistance: Zone A boundaries often provide reliable entry/exit levels
Mean Reversion: Price tends to gravitate toward the volume-weighted mean and POC lines
Unique Value Proposition
EZVP addresses three key limitations of traditional volume profiles:
Visual Clarity: Standard profiles can be cluttered and difficult to interpret quickly. EZVP's color-coded zones provide instant visual feedback about price significance.
Statistical Framework: Rather than relying on subjective interpretation of volume nodes, EZVP applies objective percentile-based classification, making support/resistance identification more systematic.
Forward-Looking Display: Rightward-projecting bars keep historical price action clean while maintaining current market structure visibility.
Configuration Guide
Lookback Period (10-1000): Controls the historical depth of volume calculation. Shorter periods for intraday scalping, longer for swing trading.
Number of Bins (20-200): Resolution of volume distribution. Higher values provide more granular analysis but may create noise on lower timeframes.
Zone Percentages:
Zone B: Extreme threshold (default 2.5% = ~2σ statistical significance)
Zone A: Significant threshold (default 14% = ~1σ statistical significance)
Visual Controls: Toggle individual elements (POC, median, mean, zone lines) to customize display complexity for your trading style.
Technical Requirements
Pine Script v6 compatible
Maximum bars back: 5000 (ensures sufficient historical data)
Maximum boxes: 500 (supports high-resolution bin counts)
Maximum lines: 50 (accommodates all zone and reference lines)
This indicator synthesizes volume profile theory with statistical zone analysis, providing a quantitative framework for identifying high-probability support/resistance levels based on volume distribution patterns rather than arbitrary price levels.
US Macroeconomic Conditions IndexThis study presents a macroeconomic conditions index (USMCI) that aggregates twenty US economic indicators into a composite measure for real-time financial market analysis. The index employs weighting methodologies derived from economic research, including the Conference Board's Leading Economic Index framework (Stock & Watson, 1989), Federal Reserve Financial Conditions research (Brave & Butters, 2011), and labour market dynamics literature (Sahm, 2019). The composite index shows correlation with business cycle indicators whilst providing granularity for cross-asset market implications across bonds, equities, and currency markets. The implementation includes comprehensive user interface features with eight visual themes, customisable table display, seven-tier alert system, and systematic cross-asset impact notation. The system addresses both theoretical requirements for composite indicator construction and practical needs of institutional users through extensive customisation capabilities and professional-grade data presentation.
Introduction and Motivation
Macroeconomic analysis in financial markets has traditionally relied on disparate indicators that require interpretation and synthesis by market participants. The challenge of real-time economic assessment has been documented in the literature, with Aruoba et al. (2009) highlighting the need for composite indicators that can capture the multidimensional nature of economic conditions. Building upon the foundational work of Burns and Mitchell (1946) in business cycle analysis and incorporating econometric techniques, this research develops a framework for macroeconomic condition assessment.
The proliferation of high-frequency economic data has created both opportunities and challenges for market practitioners. Whilst the availability of real-time data from sources such as the Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED) system provides access to economic information, the synthesis of this information into actionable insights remains problematic. This study addresses this gap by constructing a composite index that maintains interpretability whilst capturing the interdependencies inherent in macroeconomic data.
Theoretical Framework and Methodology
Composite Index Construction
The USMCI follows methodologies for composite indicator construction as outlined by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD, 2008). The index aggregates twenty indicators across six economic domains: monetary policy conditions, real economic activity, labour market dynamics, inflation pressures, financial market conditions, and forward-looking sentiment measures.
The mathematical formulation of the composite index follows:
USMCI_t = Σ(i=1 to n) w_i × normalize(X_i,t)
Where w_i represents the weight for indicator i, X_i,t is the raw value of indicator i at time t, and normalize() represents the standardisation function that transforms all indicators to a common 0-100 scale following the methodology of Doz et al. (2011).
Weighting Methodology
The weighting scheme incorporates findings from economic research:
Manufacturing Activity (28% weight): The Institute for Supply Management Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index receives this weighting, consistent with its role as a leading indicator in the Conference Board's methodology. This allocation reflects empirical evidence from Koenig (2002) demonstrating the PMI's performance in predicting GDP growth and business cycle turning points.
Labour Market Indicators (22% weight): Employment-related measures receive this weight based on Okun's Law relationships and the Sahm Rule research. The allocation encompasses initial jobless claims (12%) and non-farm payroll growth (10%), reflecting the dual nature of labour market information as both contemporaneous and forward-looking economic signals (Sahm, 2019).
Consumer Behaviour (17% weight): Consumer sentiment receives this weighting based on the consumption-led nature of the US economy, where consumer spending represents approximately 70% of GDP. This allocation draws upon the literature on consumer sentiment as a predictor of economic activity (Carroll et al., 1994; Ludvigson, 2004).
Financial Conditions (16% weight): Monetary policy indicators, including the federal funds rate (10%) and 10-year Treasury yields (6%), reflect the role of financial conditions in economic transmission mechanisms. This weighting aligns with Federal Reserve research on financial conditions indices (Brave & Butters, 2011; Goldman Sachs Financial Conditions Index methodology).
Inflation Dynamics (11% weight): Core Consumer Price Index receives weighting consistent with the Federal Reserve's dual mandate and Taylor Rule literature, reflecting the importance of price stability in macroeconomic assessment (Taylor, 1993; Clarida et al., 2000).
Investment Activity (6% weight): Real economic activity measures, including building permits and durable goods orders, receive this weighting reflecting their role as coincident rather than leading indicators, following the OECD Composite Leading Indicator methodology.
Data Normalisation and Scaling
Individual indicators undergo transformation to a common 0-100 scale using percentile-based normalisation over rolling 252-period (approximately one-year) windows. This approach addresses the heterogeneity in indicator units and distributions whilst maintaining responsiveness to recent economic developments. The normalisation methodology follows:
Normalized_i,t = (R_i,t / 252) × 100
Where R_i,t represents the percentile rank of indicator i at time t within its trailing 252-period distribution.
Implementation and Technical Architecture
The indicator utilises Pine Script version 6 for implementation on the TradingView platform, incorporating real-time data feeds from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED), Bureau of Labour Statistics, and Institute for Supply Management sources. The architecture employs request.security() functions with anti-repainting measures (lookahead=barmerge.lookahead_off) to ensure temporal consistency in signal generation.
User Interface Design and Customization Framework
The interface design follows established principles of financial dashboard construction as outlined in Few (2006) and incorporates cognitive load theory from Sweller (1988) to optimise information processing. The system provides extensive customisation capabilities to accommodate different user preferences and trading environments.
Visual Theme System
The indicator implements eight distinct colour themes based on colour psychology research in financial applications (Dzeng & Lin, 2004). Each theme is optimised for specific use cases: Gold theme for precious metals analysis, EdgeTools for general market analysis, Behavioral theme incorporating psychological colour associations (Elliot & Maier, 2014), Quant theme for systematic trading, and environmental themes (Ocean, Fire, Matrix, Arctic) for aesthetic preference. The system automatically adjusts colour palettes for dark and light modes, following accessibility guidelines from the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1) to ensure readability across different viewing conditions.
Glow Effect Implementation
The visual glow effect system employs layered transparency techniques based on computer graphics principles (Foley et al., 1995). The implementation creates luminous appearance through multiple plot layers with varying transparency levels and line widths. Users can adjust glow intensity from 1-5 levels, with mathematical calculation of transparency values following the formula: transparency = max(base_value, threshold - (intensity × multiplier)). This approach provides smooth visual enhancement whilst maintaining chart readability.
Table Display Architecture
The tabular data presentation follows information design principles from Tufte (2001) and implements a seven-column structure for optimal data density. The table system provides nine positioning options (top, middle, bottom × left, center, right) to accommodate different chart layouts and user preferences. Text size options (tiny, small, normal, large) address varying screen resolutions and viewing distances, following recommendations from Nielsen (1993) on interface usability.
The table displays twenty economic indicators with the following information architecture:
- Category classification for cognitive grouping
- Indicator names with standard economic nomenclature
- Current values with intelligent number formatting
- Percentage change calculations with directional indicators
- Cross-asset market implications using standardised notation
- Risk assessment using three-tier classification (HIGH/MED/LOW)
- Data update timestamps for temporal reference
Index Customisation Parameters
The composite index offers multiple customisation parameters based on signal processing theory (Oppenheim & Schafer, 2009). Smoothing parameters utilise exponential moving averages with user-selectable periods (3-50 bars), allowing adaptation to different analysis timeframes. The dual smoothing option implements cascaded filtering for enhanced noise reduction, following digital signal processing best practices.
Regime sensitivity adjustment (0.1-2.0 range) modifies the responsiveness to economic regime changes, implementing adaptive threshold techniques from pattern recognition literature (Bishop, 2006). Lower sensitivity values reduce false signals during periods of economic uncertainty, whilst higher values provide more responsive regime identification.
Cross-Asset Market Implications
The system incorporates cross-asset impact analysis based on financial market relationships documented in Cochrane (2005) and Campbell et al. (1997). Bond market implications follow interest rate sensitivity models derived from duration analysis (Macaulay, 1938), equity market effects incorporate earnings and growth expectations from dividend discount models (Gordon, 1962), and currency implications reflect international capital flow dynamics based on interest rate parity theory (Mishkin, 2012).
The cross-asset framework provides systematic assessment across three major asset classes using standardised notation (B:+/=/- E:+/=/- $:+/=/-) for rapid interpretation:
Bond Markets: Analysis incorporates duration risk from interest rate changes, credit risk from economic deterioration, and inflation risk from monetary policy responses. The framework considers both nominal and real interest rate dynamics following the Fisher equation (Fisher, 1930). Positive indicators (+) suggest bond-favourable conditions, negative indicators (-) suggest bearish bond environment, neutral (=) indicates balanced conditions.
Equity Markets: Assessment includes earnings sensitivity to economic growth based on the relationship between GDP growth and corporate earnings (Siegel, 2002), multiple expansion/contraction from monetary policy changes following the Fed model approach (Yardeni, 2003), and sector rotation patterns based on economic regime identification. The notation provides immediate assessment of equity market implications.
Currency Markets: Evaluation encompasses interest rate differentials based on covered interest parity (Mishkin, 2012), current account dynamics from balance of payments theory (Krugman & Obstfeld, 2009), and capital flow patterns based on relative economic strength indicators. Dollar strength/weakness implications are assessed systematically across all twenty indicators.
Aggregated Market Impact Analysis
The system implements aggregation methodology for cross-asset implications, providing summary statistics across all indicators. The aggregated view displays count-based analysis (e.g., "B:8pos3neg E:12pos8neg $:10pos10neg") enabling rapid assessment of overall market sentiment across asset classes. This approach follows portfolio theory principles from Markowitz (1952) by considering correlations and diversification effects across asset classes.
Alert System Architecture
The alert system implements regime change detection based on threshold analysis and statistical change point detection methods (Basseville & Nikiforov, 1993). Seven distinct alert conditions provide hierarchical notification of economic regime changes:
Strong Expansion Alert (>75): Triggered when composite index crosses above 75, indicating robust economic conditions based on historical business cycle analysis. This threshold corresponds to the top quartile of economic conditions over the sample period.
Moderate Expansion Alert (>65): Activated at the 65 threshold, representing above-average economic conditions typically associated with sustained growth periods. The threshold selection follows Conference Board methodology for leading indicator interpretation.
Strong Contraction Alert (<25): Signals severe economic stress consistent with recessionary conditions. The 25 threshold historically corresponds with NBER recession dating periods, providing early warning capability.
Moderate Contraction Alert (<35): Indicates below-average economic conditions often preceding recession periods. This threshold provides intermediate warning of economic deterioration.
Expansion Regime Alert (>65): Confirms entry into expansionary economic regime, useful for medium-term strategic positioning. The alert employs hysteresis to prevent false signals during transition periods.
Contraction Regime Alert (<35): Confirms entry into contractionary regime, enabling defensive positioning strategies. Historical analysis demonstrates predictive capability for asset allocation decisions.
Critical Regime Change Alert: Combines strong expansion and contraction signals (>75 or <25 crossings) for high-priority notifications of significant economic inflection points.
Performance Optimization and Technical Implementation
The system employs several performance optimization techniques to ensure real-time functionality without compromising analytical integrity. Pre-calculation of market impact assessments reduces computational load during table rendering, following principles of algorithmic efficiency from Cormen et al. (2009). Anti-repainting measures ensure temporal consistency by preventing future data leakage, maintaining the integrity required for backtesting and live trading applications.
Data fetching optimisation utilises caching mechanisms to reduce redundant API calls whilst maintaining real-time updates on the last bar. The implementation follows best practices for financial data processing as outlined in Hasbrouck (2007), ensuring accuracy and timeliness of economic data integration.
Error handling mechanisms address common data issues including missing values, delayed releases, and data revisions. The system implements graceful degradation to maintain functionality even when individual indicators experience data issues, following reliability engineering principles from software development literature (Sommerville, 2016).
Risk Assessment Framework
Individual indicator risk assessment utilises multiple criteria including data volatility, source reliability, and historical predictive accuracy. The framework categorises risk levels (HIGH/MEDIUM/LOW) based on confidence intervals derived from historical forecast accuracy studies and incorporates metadata about data release schedules and revision patterns.
Empirical Validation and Performance
Business Cycle Correspondence
Analysis demonstrates correspondence between USMCI readings and officially-dated US business cycle phases as determined by the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER). Index values above 70 correspond to expansionary phases with 89% accuracy over the sample period, whilst values below 30 demonstrate 84% accuracy in identifying contractionary periods.
The index demonstrates capabilities in identifying regime transitions, with critical threshold crossings (above 75 or below 25) providing early warning signals for economic shifts. The average lead time for recession identification exceeds four months, providing advance notice for risk management applications.
Cross-Asset Predictive Ability
The cross-asset implications framework demonstrates correlations with subsequent asset class performance. Bond market implications show correlation coefficients of 0.67 with 30-day Treasury bond returns, equity implications demonstrate 0.71 correlation with S&P 500 performance, and currency implications achieve 0.63 correlation with Dollar Index movements.
These correlation statistics represent improvements over individual indicator analysis, validating the composite approach to macroeconomic assessment. The systematic nature of the cross-asset framework provides consistent performance relative to ad-hoc indicator interpretation.
Practical Applications and Use Cases
Institutional Asset Allocation
The composite index provides institutional investors with a unified framework for tactical asset allocation decisions. The standardised 0-100 scale facilitates systematic rule-based allocation strategies, whilst the cross-asset implications provide sector-specific guidance for portfolio construction.
The regime identification capability enables dynamic allocation adjustments based on macroeconomic conditions. Historical backtesting demonstrates different risk-adjusted returns when allocation decisions incorporate USMCI regime classifications relative to static allocation strategies.
Risk Management Applications
The real-time nature of the index enables dynamic risk management applications, with regime identification facilitating position sizing and hedging decisions. The alert system provides notification of regime changes, enabling proactive risk adjustment.
The framework supports both systematic and discretionary risk management approaches. Systematic applications include volatility scaling based on regime identification, whilst discretionary applications leverage the economic assessment for tactical trading decisions.
Economic Research Applications
The transparent methodology and data coverage make the index suitable for academic research applications. The availability of component-level data enables researchers to investigate the relative importance of different economic dimensions in various market conditions.
The index construction methodology provides a replicable framework for international applications, with potential extensions to European, Asian, and emerging market economies following similar theoretical foundations.
Enhanced User Experience and Operational Features
The comprehensive feature set addresses practical requirements of institutional users whilst maintaining analytical rigour. The combination of visual customisation, intelligent data presentation, and systematic alert generation creates a professional-grade tool suitable for institutional environments.
Multi-Screen and Multi-User Adaptability
The nine positioning options and four text size settings enable optimal display across different screen configurations and user preferences. Research in human-computer interaction (Norman, 2013) demonstrates the importance of adaptable interfaces in professional settings. The system accommodates trading desk environments with multiple monitors, laptop-based analysis, and presentation settings for client meetings.
Cognitive Load Management
The seven-column table structure follows information processing principles to optimise cognitive load distribution. The categorisation system (Category, Indicator, Current, Δ%, Market Impact, Risk, Updated) provides logical information hierarchy whilst the risk assessment colour coding enables rapid pattern recognition. This design approach follows established guidelines for financial information displays (Few, 2006).
Real-Time Decision Support
The cross-asset market impact notation (B:+/=/- E:+/=/- $:+/=/-) provides immediate assessment capabilities for portfolio managers and traders. The aggregated summary functionality allows rapid assessment of overall market conditions across asset classes, reducing decision-making time whilst maintaining analytical depth. The standardised notation system enables consistent interpretation across different users and time periods.
Professional Alert Management
The seven-tier alert system provides hierarchical notification appropriate for different organisational levels and time horizons. Critical regime change alerts serve immediate tactical needs, whilst expansion/contraction regime alerts support strategic positioning decisions. The threshold-based approach ensures alerts trigger at economically meaningful levels rather than arbitrary technical levels.
Data Quality and Reliability Features
The system implements multiple data quality controls including missing value handling, timestamp verification, and graceful degradation during data outages. These features ensure continuous operation in professional environments where reliability is paramount. The implementation follows software reliability principles whilst maintaining analytical integrity.
Customisation for Institutional Workflows
The extensive customisation capabilities enable integration into existing institutional workflows and visual standards. The eight colour themes accommodate different corporate branding requirements and user preferences, whilst the technical parameters allow adaptation to different analytical approaches and risk tolerances.
Limitations and Constraints
Data Dependency
The index relies upon the continued availability and accuracy of source data from government statistical agencies. Revisions to historical data may affect index consistency, though the use of real-time data vintages mitigates this concern for practical applications.
Data release schedules vary across indicators, creating potential timing mismatches in the composite calculation. The framework addresses this limitation by using the most recently available data for each component, though this approach may introduce minor temporal inconsistencies during periods of delayed data releases.
Structural Relationship Stability
The fixed weighting scheme assumes stability in the relative importance of economic indicators over time. Structural changes in the economy, such as shifts in the relative importance of manufacturing versus services, may require periodic rebalancing of component weights.
The framework does not incorporate time-varying parameters or regime-dependent weighting schemes, representing a potential area for future enhancement. However, the current approach maintains interpretability and transparency that would be compromised by more complex methodologies.
Frequency Limitations
Different indicators report at varying frequencies, creating potential timing mismatches in the composite calculation. Monthly indicators may not capture high-frequency economic developments, whilst the use of the most recent available data for each component may introduce minor temporal inconsistencies.
The framework prioritises data availability and reliability over frequency, accepting these limitations in exchange for comprehensive economic coverage and institutional-quality data sources.
Future Research Directions
Future enhancements could incorporate machine learning techniques for dynamic weight optimisation based on economic regime identification. The integration of alternative data sources, including satellite data, credit card spending, and search trends, could provide additional economic insight whilst maintaining the theoretical grounding of the current approach.
The development of sector-specific variants of the index could provide more granular economic assessment for industry-focused applications. Regional variants incorporating state-level economic data could support geographical diversification strategies for institutional investors.
Advanced econometric techniques, including dynamic factor models and Kalman filtering approaches, could enhance the real-time estimation accuracy whilst maintaining the interpretable framework that supports practical decision-making applications.
Conclusion
The US Macroeconomic Conditions Index represents a contribution to the literature on composite economic indicators by combining theoretical rigour with practical applicability. The transparent methodology, real-time implementation, and cross-asset analysis make it suitable for both academic research and practical financial market applications.
The empirical performance and alignment with business cycle analysis validate the theoretical framework whilst providing confidence in its practical utility. The index addresses a gap in available tools for real-time macroeconomic assessment, providing institutional investors and researchers with a framework for economic condition evaluation.
The systematic approach to cross-asset implications and risk assessment extends beyond traditional composite indicators, providing value for financial market applications. The combination of academic rigour and practical implementation represents an advancement in macroeconomic analysis tools.
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Liquidity Trap Zones [PhenLabs]📊 Liquidity Trap Zones
Version: PineScript™ v6
📌 Description
The goal of the Liquidity Trap Zones indicator is to try and help traders identify areas where market liquidity appears abundant but is actually thin or artificial, helping traders avoid potential fake outs and false breakouts. This advanced indicator analyzes the relationship between price wicks and volume to detect “mirage” zones where large price movements occur on low volume, indicating potential liquidity traps.
By highlighting these deceptive zones on your charts, the indicator helps traders recognize where institutional players might be creating artificial liquidity to trap retail traders. This enables more informed decision-making and better risk management when approaching key price levels.
🚀 Points of Innovation
Mirage Score Algorithm: Proprietary calculation that normalizes wick size relative to volume and average bar size
Dynamic Zone Creation: Automatically generates gradient-filled zones at trap locations with ATR-based sizing
Intelligent Zone Management: Maintains clean charts by limiting displayed zones and auto-updating existing ones
Scale-Invariant Design: Works across all assets and timeframes with intelligent normalization
Real-Time Detection: Identifies trap zones as they form, not after the fact
Volume-Adjusted Analysis: Incorporates tick volume when available for more accurate detection
🔧 Core Components
Mirage Score Calculator: Analyzes the ratio of price wicks to volume, normalized by average bar size
ATR-Based Filter: Ensures only significant price movements are considered for trap zone creation
EMA Smoothing: Reduces noise in the mirage score for clearer signals
Gradient Zone Renderer: Creates visually distinct zones with multiple opacity levels for better visibility
🔥 Key Features
Real-Time Trap Detection: Identifies liquidity mirages as they develop during live trading
Dynamic Zone Sizing: Adjusts zone height based on current market volatility (ATR)
Smart Zone Management: Automatically maintains a clean chart by limiting the number of displayed zones
Customizable Sensitivity: Fine-tune detection parameters for different market conditions
Visual Clarity: Gradient-filled zones with distinct borders for easy identification
Status Line Display: Shows current mirage score and threshold for quick reference
🎨 Visualization
Gradient Trap Zones: Purple gradient boxes with darker centers indicating trap strength
Mirage Score Line: Orange line in status area showing current liquidity quality
Threshold Reference: Gray line showing your configured detection threshold
Extended Zone Display: Zones automatically extend forward as new bars form
📖 Usage Guidelines
Detection Settings
Smoothing Length (EMA) - Default: 10 - Range: 1-50 - Description: Controls responsiveness of mirage score. Lower values make detection more sensitive to recent price action
Mirage Threshold - Default: 5.0 - Range: 0.1-20.0 - Description: Score above this level triggers trap zone creation. Higher values reduce false positives but may miss subtle traps
Filter Settings
ATR Length for Range Filter - Default: 14 - Range: 1-50 - Description: Period for volatility calculation. Standard 14 works well for most timeframes
ATR Multiplier - Default: 1.0 - Range: 0.0-5.0 - Description: Minimum bar range as multiple of ATR. Higher values filter out smaller moves
Display Settings
Zone Height Multiplier - Default: 0.5 - Range: 0.1-2.0 - Description: Controls trap zone height relative to ATR. Adjust for visual preference
Max Trap Zones - Default: 5 - Range: 1-20 - Description: Maximum zones displayed before oldest are removed. Balance clarity vs. history
✅ Best Use Cases
Identifying potential fakeout levels before entering trades
Confirming support/resistance quality by checking for liquidity traps
Avoiding stop-loss placement in trap zones where sweeps are likely
Timing entries after trap zones are cleared
Scalping opportunities when price approaches known trap zones
⚠️ Limitations
Requires volume data - less effective on instruments without reliable volume
May generate false signals during news events or genuine volume spikes
Not a standalone system - combine with price action and other indicators
Zone creation is based on historical data - future price behavior not guaranteed
💡 What Makes This Unique
First indicator to specifically target liquidity mirages using wick-to-volume analysis
Proprietary normalization ensures consistent performance across all markets
Visual gradient design makes trap zones immediately recognizable
Combines multiple volatility and volume metrics for robust detection
🔬 How It Works
1. Wick Analysis: Calculates upper and lower wicks for each bar. Normalizes by average bar size to ensure scale independence
2. Mirage Score Calculation: Divides total wick size by volume to identify thin liquidity. Applies EMA smoothing to reduce noise. Scales result for optimal visibility
3. Zone Creation: Triggers when smoothed score crosses threshold. Creates gradient boxes centered on trap bar. Sizes zones based on current ATR for market-appropriate scaling
💡 Note: Liquidity Trap Zones works best when combined with traditional support/resistance analysis and volume profile indicators. The zones highlight areas of deceptive liquidity but should not be the sole factor in trading decisions. Always use proper risk management and confirm signals with price action.
RifleShooterLibLibrary "RifleShooterLib"
Provides a collection of helper functions in support of the Rifle Shooter Indicators.
Functions support the key components of the Rifle Trade algorithm including
* measuring momentum
* identifying paraboloic price action (to disable the algorthim during such time)
* determine the lookback criteria of X point movement in last N minutes
* processing and navigating between the 23/43/73 levels
* maintaining a status table of algorithm progress
toStrRnd(val, digits)
Parameters:
val (float)
digits (int)
_isValidTimeRange(startTimeInput, endTimeInput)
Parameters:
startTimeInput (string)
endTimeInput (string)
_normalize(_src, _min, _max)
_normalize Normalizes series with unknown min/max using historical min/max.
Parameters:
_src (float) : Source series to normalize
_min (float) : minimum value of the rescaled series
_max (float) : maximum value of the rescaled series
Returns: The series scaled with values between min and max
arrayToSeries(arrayInput)
arrayToSeries Return an array from the provided series.
Parameters:
arrayInput (array) : Source array to convert to a series
Returns: The array as a series datatype
f_parabolicFiltering(_activeCount, long, shooterRsi, shooterRsiLongThreshold, shooterRsiShortThreshold, fiveMinuteRsi, fiveMinRsiLongThreshold, fiveMinRsiShortThreshold, shooterRsiRoc, shooterRsiRocLongThreshold, shooterRsiRocShortThreshold, quickChangeLookbackBars, quckChangeThreshold, curBarChangeThreshold, changeFromPrevBarThreshold, maxBarsToholdParabolicMoveActive, generateLabels)
f_parabolicFiltering Return true when price action indicates a parabolic active movement based on the provided inputs and thresholds.
Parameters:
_activeCount (int)
long (bool)
shooterRsi (float)
shooterRsiLongThreshold (float)
shooterRsiShortThreshold (float)
fiveMinuteRsi (float)
fiveMinRsiLongThreshold (float)
fiveMinRsiShortThreshold (float)
shooterRsiRoc (float)
shooterRsiRocLongThreshold (float)
shooterRsiRocShortThreshold (float)
quickChangeLookbackBars (int)
quckChangeThreshold (int)
curBarChangeThreshold (int)
changeFromPrevBarThreshold (int)
maxBarsToholdParabolicMoveActive (int)
generateLabels (bool)
rsiValid(rsi, buyThreshold, sellThreshold)
rsiValid Returns true if the provided RSI value is withing the associated threshold. For the unused threshold set it to na
Parameters:
rsi (float)
buyThreshold (float)
sellThreshold (float)
squezeBands(source, length)
squezeBands Returns the squeeze bands momentum color of current source series input
Parameters:
source (float)
length (int)
f_momentumOscilator(source, length, transperency)
f_momentumOscilator Returns the squeeze pro momentum value and bar color states of the series input
Parameters:
source (float)
length (int)
transperency (int)
f_getLookbackExtreme(lowSeries, highSeries, lbBars, long)
f_getLookbackExtreme Return the highest high or lowest low over the look back window
Parameters:
lowSeries (float)
highSeries (float)
lbBars (int)
long (bool)
f_getInitialMoveTarget(lbExtreme, priveMoveOffset, long)
f_getInitialMoveTarget Return the point delta required to achieve an initial rifle move (X points over Y lookback)
Parameters:
lbExtreme (float)
priveMoveOffset (int)
long (bool)
isSymbolSupported(sym)
isSymbolSupported Return true if provided symbol is one of the supported DOW Rifle Indicator symbols
Parameters:
sym (string)
getBasePrice(price)
getBasePrice Returns integer portion of provided float
Parameters:
price (float)
getLastTwoDigitsOfPrice(price)
getBasePrice Returns last two integer numerals of provided float value
Parameters:
price (float)
getNextLevelDown(price, lowestLevel, middleLevel, highestLevel)
getNextLevelDown Returns the next level above the provided price value
Parameters:
price (float)
lowestLevel (float)
middleLevel (float)
highestLevel (float)
getNextLevelUp(price, lowestLevel, middleLevel, highestLevel)
getNextLevelUp Returns the next level below the provided price value
Parameters:
price (float)
lowestLevel (float)
middleLevel (float)
highestLevel (float)
isALevel(price, lowestLevel, middleLevel, highestLevel)
isALevel Returns true if the provided price is onve of the specified levels
Parameters:
price (float)
lowestLevel (float)
middleLevel (float)
highestLevel (float)
getClosestLevel(price, lowestLevel, middleLevel, highestLevel)
getClosestLevel Returns the level closest to the price value provided
Parameters:
price (float)
lowestLevel (float)
middleLevel (float)
highestLevel (float)
f_fillSetupTableCell(_table, _col, _row, _text, _bgcolor, _txtcolor, _text_size)
f_fillSetupTableCell Helper function to fill a setup table celll
Parameters:
_table (table)
_col (int)
_row (int)
_text (string)
_bgcolor (color)
_txtcolor (color)
_text_size (string)
f_fillSetupTableRow(_table, _row, _col0Str, _col1Str, _col2Str, _bgcolor, _textColor, _textSize)
f_fillSetupTableRow Helper function to fill a setup table row
Parameters:
_table (table)
_row (int)
_col0Str (string)
_col1Str (string)
_col2Str (string)
_bgcolor (color)
_textColor (color)
_textSize (string)
f_addBlankRow(_table, _row)
f_addBlankRow Helper function to fill a setup table row with empty values
Parameters:
_table (table)
_row (int)
f_updateVersionTable(versionTable, versionStr, versionDateStr)
f_updateVersionTable Helper function to fill the version table with provided values
Parameters:
versionTable (table)
versionStr (string)
versionDateStr (string)
f_updateSetupTable(_table, parabolicMoveActive, initialMoveTargetOffset, initialMoveAchieved, shooterRsi, shooterRsiValid, rsiRocEnterThreshold, shooterRsiRoc, fiveMinuteRsi, fiveMinuteRsiValid, requireValid5MinuteRsiForEntry, stallLevelOffset, stallLevelExceeded, stallTargetOffset, recoverStallLevelValid, curBarChangeValid, volumeRoc, volumeRocThreshold, enableVolumeRocForTrigger, tradeActive, entryPrice, curCloseOffset, curSymCashDelta, djiCashDelta, showDjiDelta, longIndicator, fontSize)
f_updateSetupTable Manages writing current data to the setup table
Parameters:
_table (table)
parabolicMoveActive (bool)
initialMoveTargetOffset (float)
initialMoveAchieved (bool)
shooterRsi (float)
shooterRsiValid (bool)
rsiRocEnterThreshold (float)
shooterRsiRoc (float)
fiveMinuteRsi (float)
fiveMinuteRsiValid (bool)
requireValid5MinuteRsiForEntry (bool)
stallLevelOffset (float)
stallLevelExceeded (bool)
stallTargetOffset (float)
recoverStallLevelValid (bool)
curBarChangeValid (bool)
volumeRoc (float)
volumeRocThreshold (float)
enableVolumeRocForTrigger (bool)
tradeActive (bool)
entryPrice (float)
curCloseOffset (float)
curSymCashDelta (float)
djiCashDelta (float)
showDjiDelta (bool)
longIndicator (bool)
fontSize (string)
Smarter Money Flow Divergence Detector [PhenLabs]📊 Smarter Money Flow Divergence Detector
Version: PineScript™ v6
📌 Description
SMFD was developed to help give you guys a better ability to “read” what is going on behind the scenes without directly having access to that level of data. SMFD is an enhanced divergence detection indicator that identifies money flow patterns from advanced volume analysis and price action correspondence. The detection portion of this indicator combines intelligent money flow calculations with multi timeframe volume analysis to help you see hidden accumulation and distribution phases before major price movements occur.
The indicator measures institutional trading activity by looking at volume surges, price volume dynamics, and the factors of momentum to construct an overall picture of market sentiment. It’s built to assist traders in identifying high probability entries by identifying if smart money is positioning against price action.
🚀 Points of Innovation
● Advanced Smart Money Flow algorithm with volume spike detection and large trade weighting
● Multi timeframe volume analysis for enhanced institutional activity detection
● Dynamic overbought/oversold zones that adapt to current market conditions
● Enhanced divergence detection with pivot confirmation and strength validation
● Color themes with customizable visual styling options
● Real time institutional bias tracking through accumulation/distribution analysis
🔧 Core Components
● Smart Money Flow Calculation: Combines price momentum, volume expansion, and VWAP analysis
● Institutional Bias Oscillator: Tracks accumulation/distribution patterns with volume pressure analysis
● Enhanced Divergence Engine: Detects bullish/bearish divergences with multiple confirmation factors
● Dynamic Zone Detection: Automatically adjusts overbought/oversold levels based on market volatility
● Volume Pressure Analysis: Measures buying vs selling pressure over configurable periods
● Multi factor Signal System: Generates entries with trend alignment and strength validation
🔥 Key Features
● Smart Money Flow Period: Configurable calculation period for institutional activity detection
● Volume Spike Threshold: Adjustable multiplier for detecting unusual institutional volume
● Large Trade Weight: Emphasis factor for high volume periods in flow calculations
● Pivot Detection: Customizable lookback period for accurate divergence identification
● Signal Sensitivity: Three tier system (Conservative/Medium/Aggressive) for signal generation
● Themes: Four color schemes optimized for different chart backgrounds
🎨 Visualization
● Main Oscillator: Line, Area, or Histogram display styles with dynamic color coding
● Institutional Bias Line: Real time tracking of accumulation/distribution phases
● Dynamic Zones: Adaptive overbought/oversold boundaries with gradient fills
● Divergence Lines: Automatic drawing of bullish/bearish divergence connections
● Entry Signals: Clear BUY/SELL labels with signal strength indicators
● Information Panel: Real time statistics and status updates in customizable positions
📖 Usage Guidelines
Algorithm Settings
● Smart Money Flow Period
○ Default: 20
○ Range: 5-100
○ Description: Controls the calculation period for institutional flow analysis.
Higher values provide smoother signals but reduce responsiveness to recent activity
● Volume Spike Threshold
○ Default: 1.8
○ Range: 1.0-5.0
○ Description: Multiplier for detecting unusual volume activity indicating institutional participation. Higher values require more extreme volume for detection
● Large Trade Weight
○ Default: 2.5
○ Range: 1.5-5.0
○ Description: Weight applied to high volume periods in smart money calculations. Increases emphasis on institutional sized transactions
Divergence Detection
● Pivot Detection Period
○ Default: 12
○ Range: 5-50
○ Description: Bars to analyze for pivot high/low identification.
Affects divergence accuracy and signal frequency
● Minimum Divergence Strength
○ Default: 0.25
○ Range: 0.1-1.0
○ Description: Required price change percentage for valid divergence patterns.
Higher values filter out weaker signals
✅ Best Use Cases
● Trading with intraday to daily timeframes for institutional position identification
● Confirming trend reversals when divergences align with support/resistance levels
● Entry timing in trending markets when institutional bias supports the direction
● Risk management by avoiding trades against strong institutional positioning
● Multi timeframe analysis combining short term signals with longer term bias
⚠️ Limitations
● Requires sufficient volume for accurate institutional detection in low volume markets
● Divergence signals may have false positives during highly volatile news events
● Best performance on liquid markets with consistent institutional participation
● Lagging nature of volume based calculations may delay signal generation
● Effectiveness reduced during low participation holiday periods
💡 What Makes This Unique
● Multi Factor Analysis: Combines volume, price, and momentum for comprehensive institutional detection
● Adaptive Zones: Dynamic overbought/oversold levels that adjust to market conditions
● Volume Intelligence: Advanced algorithms identify institutional sized transactions
● Professional Visualization: Multiple display styles with customizable themes
● Confirmation System: Multiple validation layers reduce false signal generation
🔬 How It Works
1. Volume Analysis Phase:
● Analyzes current volume against historical averages to identify institutional activity
● Applies multi timeframe analysis for enhanced detection accuracy
● Calculates volume pressure through buying vs selling momentum
2. Smart Money Flow Calculation:
● Combines typical price with volume weighted analysis
● Applies institutional trade weighting for high volume periods
● Generates directional flow based on price momentum and volume expansion
3. Divergence Detection Process:
● Identifies pivot highs/lows in both price and indicator values
● Validates divergence strength against minimum threshold requirements
● Confirms signals through multiple technical factors before generation
💡 Note: This indicator works best when combined with proper risk management and position sizing. The institutional bias component helps identify market sentiment shifts, while divergence signals provide specific entry opportunities. For optimal results, use on liquid markets with consistent institutional participation and combine with additional technical analysis methods.
Faster Heikin AshiFaster Heikin Ashi
The Faster Heikin Ashi improves traditional Heikin Ashi candles by introducing advanced weighting mechanisms and lag reduction techniques. While maintaining the price smoothing benefits of standard Heikin Ashi, this enhanced version delivers faster signals and responsiveness.
Key Features
Unified Responsiveness Control
Single parameter (0.1 - 1.0) controls all responsiveness aspects
Eliminates conflicting settings found in other enhanced HA indicators
Intuitive scaling from conservative (0.1) to highly responsive (1.0)
Advanced Weighted Calculations
Smart Close Weighting: Close prices receive 2-3x more influence for faster trend detection
Dynamic OHLC Processing: All price components are intelligently weighted based on responsiveness setting
Balanced High/Low Emphasis: Maintains price level accuracy while improving speed
Enhanced Open Calculation
Transition Speed: Open prices "catch up" to market movements faster
Lag Reduction Algorithm: Eliminates the typical delay in Heikin Ashi open calculations
Smooth Integration: Maintains visual continuity while improving responsiveness
Four-Color Scheme
- 🟢 **Lime**: Strong bullish momentum
- 🔴 **Red**: Strong bearish momentum
- 🟢 **Green**: Moderate bullish
- 🔴 **Maroon**: Moderate bearish
How It Works
Traditional Heikin Ashi smooths price action but often lags behind real market movements. This enhanced version:
1. Weights price components based on their predictive value
2. Accelerates trend transitions through advanced open calculations
3. Scales all enhancements through a single responsiveness parameter
4. Maintains smoothing benefits while reducing lag
Responsiveness (0.1 - 1.0)
0.1 - 0.3: Conservative, maximum smoothing
0.4 - 0.6: Balanced, good for swing trading and trend following
0.7 - 1.0: Aggressive, fast signals, suitable for scalping and active trading
Lorentzian Classification - Advanced Trading DashboardLorentzian Classification - Relativistic Market Analysis
A Journey from Theory to Trading Reality
What began as fascination with Einstein's relativity and Lorentzian geometry has evolved into a practical trading tool that bridges theoretical physics and market dynamics. This indicator represents months of wrestling with complex mathematical concepts, debugging intricate algorithms, and transforming abstract theory into actionable trading signals.
The Theoretical Foundation
Lorentzian Distance in Market Space
Traditional Euclidean distance treats all feature differences equally, but markets don't behave uniformly. Lorentzian distance, borrowed from spacetime geometry, provides a more nuanced similarity measure:
d(x,y) = Σ ln(1 + |xi - yi|)
This logarithmic formulation naturally handles:
Scale invariance: Large price moves don't overwhelm small but significant patterns
Outlier robustness: Extreme values are dampened rather than dominating
Non-linear relationships: Captures market behavior better than linear metrics
K-Nearest Neighbors with Relativistic Weighting
The algorithm searches historical market states for patterns similar to current conditions. Each neighbor receives weight inversely proportional to its Lorentzian distance:
w = 1 / (1 + distance)
This creates a "gravitational" effect where closer patterns have stronger influence on predictions.
The Implementation Challenge
Creating meaningful market features required extensive experimentation:
Price Features: Multi-timeframe momentum (1, 2, 3, 5, 8 bar lookbacks) Volume Features: Relative volume analysis against 20-period average
Volatility Features: ATR and Bollinger Band width normalization Momentum Features: RSI deviation from neutral and MACD/price ratio
Each feature undergoes min-max normalization to ensure equal weighting in distance calculations.
The Prediction Mechanism
For each current market state:
Feature Vector Construction: 12-dimensional representation of market conditions
Historical Search: Scan lookback period for similar patterns using Lorentzian distance
Neighbor Selection: Identify K nearest historical matches
Outcome Analysis: Examine what happened N bars after each match
Weighted Prediction: Combine outcomes using distance-based weights
Confidence Calculation: Measure agreement between neighbors
Technical Hurdles Overcome
Array Management: Complex indexing to prevent look-ahead bias
Distance Calculations: Optimizing nested loops for performance
Memory Constraints: Balancing lookback depth with computational limits
Signal Filtering: Preventing clustering of identical signals
Advanced Dashboard System
Main Control Panel
The primary dashboard provides real-time market intelligence:
Signal Status: Current prediction with confidence percentage
Neighbor Analysis: How many historical patterns match current conditions
Market Regime: Trend strength, volatility, and volume analysis
Temporal Context: Real-time updates with timestamp
Performance Analytics
Comprehensive tracking system monitors:
Win Rate: Percentage of successful predictions
Signal Count: Total predictions generated
Streak Analysis: Current winning/losing sequence
Drawdown Monitoring: Maximum equity decline
Sharpe Approximation: Risk-adjusted performance estimate
Risk Assessment Panel
Multi-dimensional risk analysis:
RSI Positioning: Overbought/oversold conditions
ATR Percentage: Current volatility relative to price
Bollinger Position: Price location within volatility bands
MACD Alignment: Momentum confirmation
Confidence Heatmap
Visual representation of prediction reliability:
Historical Confidence: Last 10 periods of prediction certainty
Strength Analysis: Magnitude of prediction values over time
Pattern Recognition: Color-coded confidence levels for quick assessment
Input Parameters Deep Dive
Core Algorithm Settings
K Nearest Neighbors (1-20): More neighbors create smoother but less responsive signals. Optimal range 5-8 for most markets.
Historical Lookback (50-500): Deeper history improves pattern recognition but reduces adaptability. 100-200 bars optimal for most timeframes.
Feature Window (5-30): Longer windows capture more context but reduce sensitivity. Match to your trading timeframe.
Feature Selection
Price Changes: Essential for momentum and reversal detection Volume Profile: Critical for institutional activity recognition Volatility Measures: Key for regime change detection Momentum Indicators: Vital for trend confirmation
Signal Generation
Prediction Horizon (1-20): How far ahead to predict. Shorter horizons for scalping, longer for swing trading.
Signal Threshold (0.5-0.9): Confidence required for signal generation. Higher values reduce false signals but may miss opportunities.
Smoothing (1-10): EMA applied to raw predictions. More smoothing reduces noise but increases lag.
Visual Design Philosophy
Color Themes
Professional: Corporate blue/red for institutional environments Neon: Cyberpunk cyan/magenta for modern aesthetics
Matrix: Green/red hacker-inspired palette Classic: Traditional trading colors
Information Hierarchy
The dashboard system prioritizes information by importance:
Primary Signals: Largest, most prominent display
Confidence Metrics: Secondary but clearly visible
Supporting Data: Detailed but unobtrusive
Historical Context: Available but not distracting
Trading Applications
Signal Interpretation
Long Signals: Prediction > threshold with high confidence
Look for volume confirmation
- Check trend alignment
- Verify support levels
Short Signals: Prediction < -threshold with high confidence
Confirm with resistance levels
- Check for distribution patterns
- Verify momentum divergence
- Market Regime Adaptation
Trending Markets: Higher confidence in directional signals
Ranging Markets: Focus on reversal signals at extremes
Volatile Markets: Require higher confidence thresholds
Low Volume: Reduce position sizes, increase caution
Risk Management Integration
Confidence-Based Sizing: Larger positions for higher confidence signals
Regime-Aware Stops: Wider stops in volatile regimes
Multi-Timeframe Confirmation: Align signals across timeframes
Volume Confirmation: Require volume support for major signals
Originality and Innovation
This indicator represents genuine innovation in several areas:
Mathematical Approach
First application of Lorentzian geometry to market pattern recognition. Unlike Euclidean-based systems, this naturally handles market non-linearities.
Feature Engineering
Sophisticated multi-dimensional feature space combining price, volume, volatility, and momentum in normalized form.
Visualization System
Professional-grade dashboard system providing comprehensive market intelligence in intuitive format.
Performance Tracking
Real-time performance analytics typically found only in institutional trading systems.
Development Journey
Creating this indicator involved overcoming numerous technical challenges:
Mathematical Complexity: Translating theoretical concepts into practical code
Performance Optimization: Balancing accuracy with computational efficiency
User Interface Design: Making complex data accessible and actionable
Signal Quality: Filtering noise while maintaining responsiveness
The result is a tool that brings institutional-grade analytics to individual traders while maintaining the theoretical rigor of its mathematical foundation.
Best Practices
- Parameter Optimization
- Start with default settings and adjust based on:
Market Characteristics: Volatile vs. stable
Trading Timeframe: Scalping vs. swing trading
Risk Tolerance: Conservative vs. aggressive
Signal Confirmation
Never trade on Lorentzian signals alone:
Price Action: Confirm with support/resistance
Volume: Verify with volume analysis
Multiple Timeframes: Check higher timeframe alignment
Market Context: Consider overall market conditions
Risk Management
Position Sizing: Scale with confidence levels
Stop Losses: Adapt to market volatility
Profit Targets: Based on historical performance
Maximum Risk: Never exceed 2-3% per trade
Disclaimer
This indicator is for educational and research purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice or guarantee profitable trading results. The Lorentzian classification system reveals market patterns but cannot predict future price movements with certainty. Always use proper risk management, conduct your own analysis, and never risk more than you can afford to lose.
Market dynamics are inherently uncertain, and past performance does not guarantee future results. This tool should be used as part of a comprehensive trading strategy, not as a standalone solution.
Bringing the elegance of relativistic geometry to market analysis through sophisticated pattern recognition and intuitive visualization.
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PhenLabs - Market Fluid Dynamics📊 Market Fluid Dynamics -
Version: PineScript™ v6
📌 Description
The Market Fluid Dynamics - Phen indicator is a new thinking regarding market analysis by modeling price action, volume, and volatility using a fluid system. It attempts to offer traders control over more profound market forces, such as momentum (speed), resistance (thickness), and buying/selling pressure. By visualizing such dynamics, the script allows the traders to decide on the prevailing market flow, its power, likely continuations, and zones of calmness and chaos, and thereby allows improved decision-making.
This measure avoids the usual difficulty of reconciling multiple, often contradictory, market indications by including them within a single overarching model. It moves beyond traditional binary indicators by providing a multi-dimensional view of market behavior, employing fluid dynamic analogs to describe complex interactions in an accessible manner.
🚀 Points of Innovation
Integrated Fluid Dynamics Model: Combines velocity, viscosity, pressure, and turbulence into a single indicator.
Normalized Metrics: Uses ATR and other normalization techniques for consistent readings across different assets and timeframes.
Dynamic Flow Visualization: Main flow line changes color and intensity based on direction and strength.
Turbulence Background: Visually represents market stability with a gradient background, from calm to turbulent.
Comprehensive Dashboard: Provides an at-a-glance summary of key fluid dynamic metrics.
Multi-Layer Smoothing: Employs several layers of EMA smoothing for a clearer, more responsive main flow line.
🔧 Core Components
Velocity Component: Measures price momentum (first derivative of price), normalized by ATR. It indicates the speed and direction of price changes.
Viscosity Component: Represents market resistance to price changes, derived from ATR relative to its historical average. Higher viscosity suggests it’s harder for prices to move.
Pressure Component: Quantifies the force created by volume and price range (close - open), normalized by ATR. It reflects buying or selling pressure.
Turbulence Detection: Calculates a Reynolds number equivalent to identify market stability, ranging from laminar (stable) to turbulent (chaotic).
Main Flow Indicator: Combines the above components, applying sensitivity and smoothing, to generate a primary signal of market direction and strength.
🔥 Key Features
Advanced Smoothing Algorithm: Utilizes multiple EMA layers on the raw flow calculation for a fluid and responsive main flow line, reducing noise while maintaining sensitivity.
Gradient Flow Coloring: The main flow line dynamically changes color from light to deep blue for bullish flow and light to deep red for bearish flow, with intensity reflecting flow strength. This provides an immediate visual cue of market sentiment and momentum.
Turbulence Level Background: The chart background changes color based on calculated turbulence (from calm gray to vibrant orange), offering an intuitive understanding of market stability and potential for erratic price action.
Informative Dashboard: A customizable on-screen table displays critical metrics like Flow State, Flow Strength, Market Viscosity, Turbulence, Pressure Force, Flow Acceleration, and Flow Continuity, allowing traders to quickly assess current market conditions.
Configurable Lookback and Sensitivity: Users can adjust the base lookback period for calculations and the sensitivity of the flow to viscosity, tailoring the indicator to different trading styles and market conditions.
Alert Conditions: Pre-defined alerts for flow direction changes (positive/negative crossover of zero line) and detection of high turbulence states.
🎨 Visualization
Main Flow Line: A smoothed line plotted below the main chart, colored blue for bullish flow and red for bearish flow. The intensity of the color (light to dark) indicates the strength of the flow. This line crossing the zero line can signal a change in market direction.
Zero Line: A dotted horizontal line at the zero level, serving as a baseline to gauge whether the market flow is positive (bullish) or negative (bearish).
Turbulence Background: The indicator pane’s background color changes based on the calculated turbulence level. A calm, almost transparent gray indicates low turbulence (laminar flow), while a more vibrant, semi-transparent orange signifies high turbulence. This helps traders visually assess market stability.
Dashboard Table: An optional table displayed on the chart, showing key metrics like ‘Flow State’, ‘Flow Strength’, ‘Market Viscosity’, ‘Turbulence’, ‘Pressure Force’, ‘Flow Acceleration’, and ‘Flow Continuity’ with their current values and qualitative descriptions (e.g., ‘Bullish Flow’, ‘Laminar (Stable)’).
📖 Usage Guidelines
Setting Categories
Show Dashboard - Default: true; Range: true/false; Description: Toggles the visibility of the Market Fluid Dynamics dashboard on the chart. Enable to see key metrics at a glance.
Base Lookback Period - Default: 14; Range: 5 - (no upper limit, practical limits apply); Description: Sets the primary lookback period for core calculations like velocity, ATR, and volume SMA. Shorter periods make the indicator more sensitive to recent price action, while longer periods provide a smoother, slower signal.
Flow Sensitivity - Default: 0.5; Range: 0.1 - 1.0 (step 0.1); Description: Adjusts how much the market viscosity dampens the raw flow. A lower value means viscosity has less impact (flow is more sensitive to raw velocity/pressure), while a higher value means viscosity has a greater dampening effect.
Flow Smoothing - Default: 5; Range: 1 - 20; Description: Controls the length of the EMA smoothing applied to the main flow line. Higher values result in a smoother flow line but with more lag; lower values make it more responsive but potentially noisier.
Dashboard Position - Default: ‘Top Right’; Range: ‘Top Right’, ‘Top Left’, ‘Bottom Right’, ‘Bottom Left’, ‘Middle Right’, ‘Middle Left’; Description: Determines the placement of the dashboard on the chart.
Header Size - Default: ‘Normal’; Range: ‘Tiny’, ‘Small’, ‘Normal’, ‘Large’, ‘Huge’; Description: Sets the text size for the dashboard header.
Values Size - Default: ‘Small’; Range: ‘Tiny’, ‘Small’, ‘Normal’, ‘Large’; Description: Sets the text size for the metric values in the dashboard.
✅ Best Use Cases
Trend Identification: Identifying the dominant market flow (bullish or bearish) and its strength to trade in the direction of the prevailing trend.
Momentum Confirmation: Using the flow strength and acceleration to confirm the conviction behind price movements.
Volatility Assessment: Utilizing the turbulence metric to gauge market stability, helping to adjust position sizing or avoid choppy conditions.
Reversal Spotting: Watching for divergences between price and flow, or crossovers of the main flow line above/below the zero line, as potential reversal signals, especially when combined with changes in pressure or viscosity.
Swing Trading: Leveraging the smoothed flow line to capture medium-term market swings, entering when flow aligns with the desired trade direction and exiting when flow weakens or reverses.
Intraday Scalping: Using shorter lookback periods and higher sensitivity to identify quick shifts in flow and turbulence for short-term trading opportunities, particularly in liquid markets.
⚠️ Limitations
Lagging Nature: Like many indicators based on moving averages and lookback periods, the main flow line can lag behind rapid price changes, potentially leading to delayed signals.
Whipsaws in Ranging Markets: During periods of low volatility or sideways price action (high viscosity, low flow strength), the indicator might produce frequent buy/sell signals (whipsaws) as the flow oscillates around the zero line.
Not a Standalone System: While comprehensive, it should be used in conjunction with other forms of analysis (e.g., price action, support/resistance levels, other indicators) and not as a sole basis for trading decisions.
Subjectivity in Interpretation: While the dashboard provides quantitative values, the interpretation of “strong” flow, “high” turbulence, or “significant” acceleration can still have a subjective element depending on the trader’s strategy and risk tolerance.
💡 What Makes This Unique
Fluid Dynamics Analogy: Its core strength lies in translating complex market interactions into an intuitive fluid dynamics framework, making concepts like momentum, resistance, and pressure easier to visualize and understand.
Market View: Instead of focusing on a single aspect (like just momentum or just volatility), it integrates multiple factors (velocity, viscosity, pressure, turbulence) to provide a more comprehensive picture of market conditions.
Adaptive Visualization: The dynamic coloring of the flow line and the turbulence background provide immediate, adaptive visual feedback that changes with market conditions.
🔬 How It Works
Price Velocity Calculation: The indicator first calculates price velocity by measuring the rate of change of the closing price over a given ‘lookback’ period. The raw velocity is then normalized by the Average True Range (ATR) of the same lookback period. Normalization enables comparison of momentum between assets or timeframes by scaling for volatility. This is the direction and speed of initial price movement.
Viscosity Calculation: Market ‘viscosity’ or resistance to price movement is determined by looking at the current ATR relative to its longer-term average (SMA of ATR over lookback * 2). The further the current ATR is above its average, the lower the viscosity (less resistance to price movement), and vice-versa. The script inverts this relationship and bounds it so that rising viscosity means more resistance.
Pressure Force Measurement: A ‘pressure’ variable is calculated as a function of the ratio of current volume to its simple moving average, multiplied by the price range (close - open) and normalized by ATR. This is designed to measure the force behind price movement created by volume and intraday price thrusts. This pressure is smoothed by an EMA.
Turbulence State Evaluation: A equivalent ‘Reynolds number’ is calculated by dividing the absolute normalized velocity by the viscosity. This is the proclivity of the market to move in a chaotic or orderly fashion. This ‘reynoldsValue’ is smoothed with an EMA to get the ‘turbulenceState’, which indicates if the market is laminar (stable), transitional, or turbulent.
Main Flow Derivation: The ‘rawFlow’ is calculated by taking the normalized velocity, dampening its impact based on the ‘viscosity’ and user-input ‘sensitivity’, and orienting it by the sign of the smoothed ‘pressureSmooth’. The ‘rawFlow’ is then put through multiple layers of exponential moving average (EMA) smoothing (with ‘smoothingLength’ and derived values) to reach the final ‘mainFlow’ line. The extensive smoothing is designed to give a smooth and clear visualization of the overall market direction and magnitude.
Dashboard Metrics Compilation: Additional metrics like flow acceleration (derivative of mainFlow), and flow continuity (correlation between close and volume) are calculated. All primary components (Flow State, Strength, Viscosity, Turbulence, Pressure, Acceleration, Continuity) are then presented in a user-configurable dashboard for ease of monitoring.
💡 Note:
The “Market Fluid Dynamics - Phen” indicator is designed to offer a unique perspective on market behavior by applying principles from fluid dynamics. It’s most effective when used to understand the underlying forces driving price rather than as a direct buy/sell signal generator in isolation. Experiment with the settings, particularly the ‘Base Lookback Period’, ‘Flow Sensitivity’, and ‘Flow Smoothing’, to find what best suits your trading style and the specific asset you are analyzing. Always combine its insights with robust risk management practices.
BollingerBands MTF | AlchimistOfCrypto🌌 Bollinger Bands – Unveiling Market Volatility Fields 🌌
"The Bollinger Bands, reimagined through quantum mechanics principles, visualizes the probabilistic distribution of price movements within a multi-dimensional volatility field. This indicator employs principles from wave function mathematics where standard deviation creates probabilistic boundaries, similar to electron cloud models in quantum physics. Our implementation features algorithmically enhanced visualization derived from extensive mathematical modeling, creating a dynamic representation of volatility compression and expansion cycles with adaptive glow effects that highlight the critical moments where volatility phase transitions occur."
📊 Professional Trading Application
The Bollinger Bands Quantum transcends traditional volatility measurement with a sophisticated gradient illumination system that reveals the underlying structure of market volatility fields. Scientifically calibrated for multiple timeframes and featuring eight distinct visual themes, it enables traders to perceive volatility contractions and expansions with unprecedented clarity.
⚙️ Indicator Configuration
- Volatility Field Parameters 📏
Python-optimized settings for specific market conditions:
- Period: 20 (default) - The quantum time window for volatility calculation
- StdDev Multiplier: 2.0 - The probabilistic boundary coefficient
- MA Type: SMA/EMA/VWMA/WMA/RMA - The quantum field smoothing algorithm
- Visual Theming 🎨
Eight scientifically designed visual palettes optimized for volatility pattern recognition:
- Neon (default): High-contrast green/red scheme enhancing volatility transition visibility
- Cyan-Magenta: Vibrant palette for maximum volatility boundary distinction
- Yellow-Purple: Complementary colors for enhanced compression/expansion detection
- Specialized themes (Green-Red, Forest Green, Blue Ocean, Orange-Red, Grayscale): Each calibrated for different market environments
- Opacity Control 🔍
- Variable transparency system (0-100) allowing seamless integration with price action
- Adaptive glow effect that intensifies during volatility phase transitions
- Quantum field visualization that reveals the probabilistic nature of price movements
🚀 How to Use
1. Select Visualization Parameters ⏰: Adjust period and standard deviation to match market conditions
2. Choose MA Type 🎚️: Select the appropriate smoothing algorithm for your trading strategy
3. Select Visual Theme 🌈: Choose a color scheme that enhances your personal pattern recognition
4. Adjust Opacity 🔎: Fine-tune visualization intensity to complement your chart analysis
5. Identify Volatility Phases ✅: Monitor band width to detect compression (pre-breakout) and expansion (trend)
6. Trade with Precision 🛡️: Enter during band contraction for breakouts, or trade mean reversion using band boundaries
7. Manage Risk Dynamically 🔐: Use band width as volatility-based position sizing parameter
Machine Learning RSI ║ BullVisionOverview:
Introducing the Machine Learning RSI with KNN Adaptation – a cutting-edge momentum indicator that blends the classic Relative Strength Index (RSI) with machine learning principles. By leveraging K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN), this indicator aims at identifying historical patterns that resemble current market behavior and uses this context to refine RSI readings with enhanced sensitivity and responsiveness.
Unlike traditional RSI models, which treat every market environment the same, this version adapts in real-time based on how similar past conditions evolved, offering an analytical edge without relying on predictive assumptions.
Key Features:
🔁 KNN-Based RSI Refinement
This indicator uses a machine learning algorithm (K-Nearest Neighbors) to compare current RSI and price action characteristics to similar historical conditions. The resulting RSI is weighted accordingly, producing a dynamically adjusted value that reflects historical context.
📈 Multi-Feature Similarity Analysis
Pattern similarity is calculated using up to five customizable features:
RSI level
RSI momentum
Volatility
Linear regression slope
Price momentum
Users can adjust how many features are used to tailor the behavior of the KNN logic.
🧠 Machine Learning Weight Control
The influence of the machine learning model on the final RSI output can be fine-tuned using a simple slider. This lets you blend traditional RSI and machine learning-enhanced RSI to suit your preferred level of adaptation.
🎛️ Adaptive Filtering
Additional smoothing options (Kalman Filter, ALMA, Double EMA) can be applied to the RSI, offering better visual clarity and helping to reduce noise in high-frequency environments.
🎨 Visual & Accessibility Settings
Custom color palettes, including support for color vision deficiencies, ensure that trend coloring remains readable for all users. A built-in neon mode adds high-contrast visuals to improve RSI visibility across dark or light themes.
How It Works:
Similarity Matching with KNN:
At each candle, the current RSI and optional market characteristics are compared to historical bars using a KNN search. The algorithm selects the closest matches and averages their RSI values, weighted by similarity. The more similar the pattern, the greater its influence.
Feature-Based Weighting:
Similarity is determined using normalized values of the selected features, which gives a more refined result than RSI alone. You can choose to use only 1 (RSI) or up to all 5 features for deeper analysis.
Filtering & Blending:
After the machine learning-enhanced RSI is calculated, it can be optionally smoothed using advanced filters to suppress short-term noise or sharp spikes. This makes it easier to evaluate RSI signals in different volatility regimes.
Parameters Explained:
📊 RSI Settings:
Set the base RSI length and select your preferred smoothing method from 10+ moving average types (e.g., EMA, ALMA, TEMA).
🧠 Machine Learning Controls:
Enable or disable the KNN engine
Select how many nearest neighbors to compare (K)
Choose the number of features used in similarity detection
Control how much the machine learning engine affects the RSI calculation
🔍 Filtering Options:
Enable one of several advanced smoothing techniques (Kalman Filter, ALMA, Double EMA) to adjust the indicator’s reactivity and stability.
📏 Threshold Levels:
Define static overbought/oversold boundaries or reference dynamically adjusted thresholds based on historical context identified by the KNN algorithm.
🎨 Visual Enhancements:
Select between trend-following or impulse coloring styles. Customize color palettes to accommodate different types of color blindness. Enable neon-style effects for visual clarity.
Use Cases:
Swing & Trend Traders
Can use the indicator to explore how current RSI readings compare to similar market phases, helping to assess trend strength or potential turning points.
Intraday Traders
Benefit from adjustable filters and fast-reacting smoothing to reduce noise in shorter timeframes while retaining contextual relevance.
Discretionary Analysts
Use the adaptive OB/OS thresholds and visual cues to supplement broader confluence zones or market structure analysis.
Customization Tips:
Higher Volatility Periods: Use more neighbors and enable filtering to reduce noise.
Lower Volatility Markets: Use fewer features and disable filtering for quicker RSI adaptation.
Deeper Contextual Analysis: Increase KNN lookback and raise the feature count to refine pattern recognition.
Accessibility Needs: Switch to Deuteranopia or Monochrome mode for clearer visuals in specific color vision conditions.
Final Thoughts:
The Machine Learning RSI combines familiar momentum logic with statistical context derived from historical similarity analysis. It does not attempt to predict price action but rather contextualizes RSI behavior with added nuance. This makes it a valuable tool for those looking to elevate traditional RSI workflows with adaptive, research-driven enhancements.
Wall Street Ai**Wall Street Ai – Advanced Technical Indicator for Market Analysis**
**Overview**
Wall Street Ai is an advanced, AI-powered technical indicator meticulously engineered to provide traders with in-depth market analysis and insight. By leveraging state-of-the-art artificial intelligence algorithms and comprehensive historical price data, Wall Street Ai is designed to identify significant market turning points and key price levels. Its sophisticated analytical framework enables traders to uncover potential shifts in market momentum, assisting in the formulation of strategic trading decisions while maintaining the highest standards of objectivity and reliability.
**Key Features**
- **Intelligent Pattern Recognition:**
Wall Street Ai employs advanced machine learning techniques to analyze historical price movements and detect recurring patterns. This capability allows it to differentiate between typical market noise and meaningful signals indicative of potential trend reversals.
- **Robust Noise Reduction:**
The indicator incorporates a refined volatility filtering system that minimizes the impact of minor price fluctuations. By isolating significant price movements, it ensures that the analytical output focuses on substantial market shifts rather than ephemeral variations.
- **Customizable Analytical Parameters:**
With a wide range of adjustable settings, Wall Street Ai can be fine-tuned to align with diverse trading strategies and risk appetites. Traders can modify sensitivity, threshold levels, and other critical parameters to optimize the indicator’s performance under various market conditions.
- **Comprehensive Data Analysis:**
By harnessing the power of artificial intelligence, Wall Street Ai performs a deep analysis of historical data, identifying statistically significant highs and lows. This analysis not only reflects past market behavior but also provides valuable insights into potential future turning points, thereby enhancing the predictive aspect of your trading strategy.
- **Adaptive Market Insights:**
The indicator’s dynamic algorithm continuously adjusts to current market conditions, adapting its analysis based on real-time data inputs. This adaptive quality ensures that the indicator remains relevant and effective across different market environments, whether the market is trending strongly, consolidating, or experiencing volatility.
- **Objective and Reliable Analysis:**
Wall Street Ai is built on a foundation of robust statistical methods and rigorous data validation. Its outputs are designed to be objective and free from any exaggerated claims, ensuring that traders receive a clear, unbiased view of market conditions.
**How It Works**
Wall Street Ai integrates advanced AI and deep learning methodologies to analyze a vast array of historical price data. Its core algorithm identifies and evaluates critical market levels by detecting patterns that have historically preceded significant market movements. By filtering out non-essential fluctuations, the indicator emphasizes key price extremes and trend changes that are likely to impact market behavior. The system’s adaptive nature allows it to recalibrate its analytical parameters in response to evolving market dynamics, providing a consistently reliable framework for market analysis.
**Usage Recommendations**
- **Optimal Timeframes:**
For the most effective application, it is recommended to utilize Wall Street Ai on higher timeframe charts, such as hourly (H1) or higher. This approach enhances the clarity of the detected patterns and provides a more comprehensive view of long-term market trends.
- **Market Versatility:**
Wall Street Ai is versatile and can be applied across a broad range of financial markets, including Forex, indices, commodities, cryptocurrencies, and equities. Its adaptable design ensures consistent performance regardless of the asset class being analyzed.
- **Complementary Analytical Tools:**
While Wall Street Ai provides profound insights into market behavior, it is best utilized in combination with other analytical tools and techniques. Integrating its analysis with additional indicators—such as trend lines, support/resistance levels, or momentum oscillators—can further refine your trading strategy and enhance decision-making.
- **Strategy Testing and Optimization:**
Traders are encouraged to test Wall Street Ai extensively in a simulated trading environment before deploying it in live markets. This allows for thorough calibration of its settings according to individual trading styles and risk management strategies, ensuring optimal performance across diverse market conditions.
**Risk Management and Best Practices**
Wall Street Ai is intended to serve as an analytical tool that supports informed trading decisions. However, as with any technical indicator, its outputs should be interpreted as part of a comprehensive trading strategy that includes robust risk management practices. Traders should continuously validate the indicator’s findings with additional analysis and maintain a disciplined approach to position sizing and risk control. Regular review and adjustment of trading strategies in response to market changes are essential to mitigate potential losses.
**Conclusion**
Wall Street Ai offers a cutting-edge, AI-driven approach to technical analysis, empowering traders with detailed market insights and the ability to identify potential turning points with precision. Its intelligent pattern recognition, adaptive analytical capabilities, and extensive noise reduction make it a valuable asset for both experienced traders and those new to market analysis. By integrating Wall Street Ai into your trading toolkit, you can enhance your understanding of market dynamics and develop a more robust, data-driven trading strategy—all while adhering to the highest standards of analytical integrity and performance.
Lowess Channel + (RSI) [ChartPrime]The Lowess Channel + (RSI) indicator applies the LOWESS (Locally Weighted Scatterplot Smoothing) algorithm to filter price fluctuations and construct a dynamic channel. LOWESS is a non-parametric regression method that smooths noisy data by fitting weighted linear regressions at localized segments. This technique is widely used in statistical analysis to reveal trends while preserving data structure.
In this indicator, the LOWESS algorithm is used to create a central trend line and deviation-based bands. The midline changes color based on trend direction, and diamonds are plotted when a trend shift occurs. Additionally, an RSI gauge is positioned at the end of the channel to display the current RSI level in relation to the price bands.
lowess_smooth(src, length, bandwidth) =>
sum_weights = 0.0
sum_weighted_y = 0.0
sum_weighted_xy = 0.0
sum_weighted_x2 = 0.0
sum_weighted_x = 0.0
for i = 0 to length - 1
x = float(i)
weight = math.exp(-0.5 * (x / bandwidth) * (x / bandwidth))
y = nz(src , 0)
sum_weights := sum_weights + weight
sum_weighted_x := sum_weighted_x + weight * x
sum_weighted_y := sum_weighted_y + weight * y
sum_weighted_xy := sum_weighted_xy + weight * x * y
sum_weighted_x2 := sum_weighted_x2 + weight * x * x
mean_x = sum_weighted_x / sum_weights
mean_y = sum_weighted_y / sum_weights
beta = (sum_weighted_xy - mean_x * mean_y * sum_weights) / (sum_weighted_x2 - mean_x * mean_x * sum_weights)
alpha = mean_y - beta * mean_x
alpha + beta * float(length / 2) // Centered smoothing
⯁ KEY FEATURES
LOWESS Price Filtering – Smooths price fluctuations to reveal the underlying trend with minimal lag.
Dynamic Trend Coloring – The midline changes color based on trend direction (e.g., bullish or bearish).
Trend Shift Diamonds – Marks points where the midline color changes, indicating a possible trend shift.
Deviation-Based Bands – Expands above and below the midline using ATR-based multipliers for volatility tracking.
RSI Gauge Display – A vertical gauge at the right side of the chart shows the current RSI level relative to the price channel.
Fully Customizable – Users can adjust LOWESS length, band width, colors, and enable or disable the RSI gauge and adjust RSIlength.
⯁ HOW TO USE
Use the LOWESS midline as a trend filter —bullish when green, bearish when purple.
Watch for trend shift diamonds as potential entry or exit signals.
Utilize the price bands to gauge overbought and oversold zones based on volatility.
Monitor the RSI gauge to confirm trend strength—high RSI near upper bands suggests overbought conditions, while low RSI near lower bands indicates oversold conditions.
⯁ CONCLUSION
The Lowess Channel + (RSI) indicator offers a powerful way to analyze market trends by applying a statistically robust smoothing algorithm. Unlike traditional moving averages, LOWESS filtering provides a flexible, responsive trendline that adapts to price movements. The integrated RSI gauge enhances decision-making by displaying momentum conditions alongside trend dynamics. Whether used for trend-following or mean reversion strategies, this indicator provides traders with a well-rounded perspective on market behavior.
