Mean Reversion Detector {DCAquant}

2024年3月30日

Indicator Name: Mean Reversion Detector {DCAquant}
Short Title: M/R Detector {DCAquant}

Purpose:
The Mean Reversion Detector {DCAquant} is a technical analysis tool designed to identify periods when an asset is in a neutral state, indicating potential mean reversion opportunities. Mean reversion refers to the tendency of asset prices to revert to their historical mean or average after deviating from it. This indicator helps traders identify such opportunities to potentially enter trades at favorable levels.

Settings:

MA Type: Select the type of moving average to be used for calculations, including Simple Moving Average (SMA), Exponential Moving Average (EMA), Smoothed Moving Average (SMMA or RMA), Weighted Moving Average (WMA), or Volume Weighted Moving Average (VWMA).

MA Source: Choose the price source for calculating moving averages.

MA Lengths: Set the lengths of the moving averages used in the analysis.

Slope Length: Define the length of the slope calculation period.

RoC Length: Determine the length of the Rate of Change (RoC) calculation period.

RoC Multiplier: Adjust the multiplier for RoC to fine-tune sensitivity.

Trending Thresholds: Set the thresholds for overbought and oversold levels.

How it Works:

Moving Averages (MA): The indicator calculates multiple moving averages based on user-defined parameters.

Slope Calculation: It computes the slopes of the moving averages to assess their directionality and assigns scores based on the slopes.

Total Score: The scores of all moving averages are combined to generate a total score, representing the overall market sentiment.

Rate of Change (RoC): The indicator calculates the Rate of Change of the total score to assess momentum.

Final Score: The final score is derived from a combination of the total score and the RoC, allowing for a more comprehensive analysis.

Color Coding: Based on the final score, the indicator colors the background to visually indicate the current market state:

Aqua or Teal: Indicates a potential neutral state.

Fuchsia or Purple: Suggests a potential trending state.

Interpretation:

Neutral State: When the background color is Aqua/Teal, it suggests that the market is in a neutral state, indicating potential mean reversion opportunities. Traders may consider entering trades when the market is in this state, anticipating a return to the mean.

Usage:

Mean Reversion Trading: Traders can use this indicator as a tool for mean reversion trading strategies, aiming to profit from price movements returning to their historical averages.

Confirmation Tool: The indicator can be used in conjunction with other technical analysis tools and trading strategies to confirm trade entries and assess market conditions.

Disclaimer: This indicator serves as a tool for technical analysis and trading decision support. It should be used alongside other indicators and analysis methods and does not guarantee trading success. Users should exercise caution and perform thorough analysis before making trading decisions.

2024年7月6日

發行說明

Updated default MA type to EMA to allow for use on non-exchange ticker. Set overlay to false.