SPX → NQ Levels ConverterSPX → NQ Levels Converter is a Pine Script indicator that projects key S&P 500 (SPX) levels onto the NASDAQ 100 (NQ) chart using a configurable conversion ratio.
• Dynamic ratio: calculates the live SPX/NQ ratio in real time.
• Static ratio: allows manual input of a fixed ratio.
• Supports up to 10 custom SPX levels, automatically converted into their equivalent NQ values.
• Each level is displayed with a line and label (SPX → NQ) with independent color settings.
• Advanced visualization controls:
• line extension (right, left, both, or fixed)
• line length & placement
• label side & offset.
• Lines and labels auto-update on every bar to stay accurate over time.
Use case: particularly useful for traders who track SPX option levels or support/resistance zones but execute trades on the NQ.
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RRG Relative Strength# RRG Relative Strength (RRG RS)
Compare any symbol to a benchmark using two RRG-style lines: **RS-Ratio** (trend of relative strength) and **RS-Momentum** (momentum of that trend). Both are centered at **100**:
- **RS-Ratio > 100** → outperforming the benchmark
- **RS-Ratio < 100** → underperforming
- **RS-Momentum** often **leads** RS-Ratio (crosses 100 earlier)
# How it works
1) Relative Strength (RS): RS = Close(symbol) / Close(benchmark)
2) Normalize around 100: smooth RS with EMA and divide RS by that EMA
3) RS-Ratio: EMA( RS / EMA(RS, Length), LenSmooth ) * 100
4) RS-Momentum: RS-Ratio / EMA(RS-Ratio, LenSmooth) * 100
# Inputs
- Length (default 14): normalization window for RS
- Length Smooth (default 20): smoothing window for RS-Ratio & RS-Momentum
# Benchmark (auto)
- US: SP:SPX (S&P 500)
- Vietnam: HOSE:VNINDEX
- Crypto: INDEX:BTCUSD
(Modify the mapping if needed, or replace with your own input.symbol().)
# How to read
- Improving: RS-Momentum crosses above 100 while RS-Ratio turns up
- Leading: RS-Ratio > 100 with RS-Momentum ≥ 100
- Weakening: RS-Momentum drops below 100; RS-Ratio often follows
# Timeframes & presets
- Works on Daily and Weekly charts
- Daily (fast): 14 / 20
- Approx. weekly behavior on Daily: 50 / 60
Note: Values usually hover near 100 (e.g., ~90–110) but are not strictly bounded. Ensure your symbol and benchmark trade in comparable sessions/currencies.
Traders Reality Rate Spike Monitor 0.1 betaTraders Reality Rate Spike Monitor
## **Early Warning System for Interest Rate-Driven Market Crashes**
Based on critical market analysis revealing the dangerous correlation between interest rate spikes and major market selloffs, this indicator provides **three-tier alerts** for US 10-Year Treasury yield acceleration.
### **📊 Key Market Intelligence:**
**Historical Precedent:** The 2018 market crash occurred when unrealized bank losses hit $256 billion with interest rates at just 2.5%. **Current unrealized losses have reached $560 billion** - more than double the 2018 levels - while rates sit at 4.5%.
**Critical Vulnerabilities:**
- **$559 billion in tech sector debt** maturing through 2025
- **65% of investment-grade debt** rated BBB (vulnerable to adverse conditions)
- **$9.5 trillion in total debt** requiring refinancing
- Every 1% rate increase costs the economy **$360 billion annually**
### **🚨 Alert System:**
**📊 WATCH (20+ basis points/3 days):** Early positioning signal
**⚠️ WARNING (30+ basis points/3 days):** Prepare for volatility
**🚨 CRITICAL (40+ basis points/3 days):** Historical crash threshold
### **💡 Why This Matters:**
Interest rate spikes historically trigger major market corrections:
- **2018:** 70 basis points spike → 20% S&P 500 crash
- **2025:** Similar pattern led to massive selloffs
- **Current risk:** 2x higher unrealized losses than 2018
### **⚡ Features:**
✅ **Zero chart clutter** - invisible until alerts trigger
✅ **Dynamic calculation** - automatically adjusts to current yield levels
✅ **Multi-timeframe compatibility** - works on any chart timeframe
✅ **Professional alerts** - with actual basis point calculations
### **🎯 Use Case:**
Perfect for traders and investors who understand that **debt refinancing pressure** and **unrealized bank losses** create systemic risks that manifest through interest rate volatility. When rates spike rapidly, leveraged positions unwind and markets crash.
**"Every point costs us $360 billion a year. Think of that."** - This indicator helps you see those critical rate movements before the market does.
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**Disclaimer:** This indicator is for educational purposes. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always manage risk appropriately.
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This description positions your indicator as a **serious professional tool** based on real market analysis rather than just another technical indicator! 🚀
Contracts Calculator by NQLOGIEST🧮 Contracts Calculator by NQLOGIEST
This tool helps futures traders quickly calculate how many micro contracts to trade based on their dollar risk and stop size. It supports the following micro instruments:
MNQ – Micro Nasdaq 100
MES – Micro S&P 500
MCL – Micro Crude Oil Futures
MGC – Micro Gold Futures
🔧 Features:
Dynamic Contract Calculation based on:
Selected instrument
Dollar risk amount
Stop size (in points)
Instrument-aware $/point logic:
MNQ: $2/pt
MES: $5/pt
MCL: $1/pt
MGC: $1/pt
Customizable Table Position: Pin the results table to any corner of your chart.
Clean and lightweight — no chart clutter.
📋 How to Use:
Select the instrument you're trading from the dropdown (NQ, ES, CL, or GC).
Set your risk amount in dollars.
Set your stop loss size in points.
The indicator will calculate how many micro contracts you can trade while staying within your risk tolerance.
VWATR + VIX + VVIX Trend Regime### 🤖 VWATR + VIX + VVIX Trend Regime — Your Ultimate Volatility Dashboard! 📊
This isn't just another indicator; it's a comprehensive dashboard that brings together everything you need to understand market volatility focused on Futures. It merges price-based movement with market-wide fear and sentiment, giving you a powerful edge in your trading and risk management. Think of it as your personal volatility sidekick, ready to help you navigate market uncertainty like a pro!
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### ✨ What's Inside?
* **VWATR (Volume-Weighted ATR):** A super-smart measure of price movement that pays close attention to where the big money is flowing.
* **VIX (The "Fear Gauge"):** Tracks the expected volatility of the S&P 500, essentially telling you how nervous the market is feeling.
* **VVIX (The "VIX of VIX"):** This one's for the pros! It measures how volatile the VIX itself is, giving you an early heads-up on potential fear spikes.
* **VX Term Structure:** A clever way to see if traders are preparing for a crisis. It compares the two nearest VIX futures to spot a rare signal called "backwardation."
* **Z-Scores:** It helps you spot when VIX and VVIX are at historic highs or lows, making it easier to predict when things might return to normal.
* **Divergence Score:** A unique tool to flag potential market shifts when the VIX and VVIX start moving in completely different directions.
* **Regime Classification:** The script automatically labels the market as "Full Panic," "Known Crisis," "Surface Calm," "Stress," or "Normal," so you always know where you stand.
* **Gradient Bars:** A visual treat! The background of your chart changes color to reflect real-time volatility shifts, giving you an instant feel for the market's mood.
* **Alerts:** Get push notifications on your phone for key events like "Full Panic" or "Backwardation" so you never miss a beat.
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### 📝 Panel/Table Outputs
This is your mission control! The on-screen table gives you a clean summary of the current market regime, VIX and VVIX values, their ratios, term structure, Z-scores, and signals. Everything you need, right where you can see it.
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### 🚀 How to Get Started
1. **Check your data:** You'll need access to real-time data for VIX, VVIX, VX1!, and VX2!. A paid subscription might be necessary for this.
2. **Add it to your chart:** Use the indicator on any chart (we've set it to `overlay=false`) to get your full volatility dashboard.
3. **Tweak it to perfection:** Head over to the Settings panel to customize the thresholds, colors, and your all-important "Jolt Value."
4. **Start trading smarter:** Use the dashboard to inform your trades, hedge your portfolio, and manage risk with confidence.
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### ⚙️ Customization & Key Settings
* `showVWATR`: Toggle your price-volatility metric on or off.
* `showExpectedVol`: See the expected volatility as a percentage of the current price.
* `joltLevel`: This is a very important line on your chart! It's your personal trigger for when volatility is getting a little too wild. More on this below.
* `enableGradientBars`: Turn the awesome colored background on or off.
* `enableTable`: Hide or show your information table.
* `VIX/VVIX/VX1!/VX2! symbols`: If your broker uses different symbols for these, you can change them here.
* `VIX/VVIX thresholds`: Adjust these levels to fine-tune the indicator to your personal risk tolerance.
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### 💡 Jolt Value: A Quick Guide for Smart Traders 🧠
The **jolt value** is your personal tripwire for volatility. Think of it as a warning light on your car's dashboard. You set the level, and when volatility (VWATR) crosses that line, you get an instant signal that something interesting is happening.
**How to Set Your Jolt Value:**
The ideal jolt value is dynamic. You want to keep it just a little above the current VIX level to stay alert without getting too many false alarms.
| Current VIX Level | Market Regime | Recommended Jolt Value |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Under 15 | Calm/Complacent | 15–16 |
| 15–20 | Typical/Normal | 16–18 |
| 20–30 | Cautious/Active | 18–22 |
| Over 30 | Stress/Panic | 30+ |
**A Pro Tip for August 2025:** Since the VIX is hovering around 14.7, setting your jolt value to **16.5** is a great starting point for keeping an eye on things. If the VIX starts to climb above 20, you should adjust your jolt level to match the new reality.
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### ⚠️ Important Things to Note
* You might experience some data delays if you're not on a paid TradingView plan or your broker does not provide real-time data for the VIX also VIX is only active during NY session, so it's not advised to use it outside of normal trading hours!
Intraday Volume Pulse GSK-VIZAG-AP-INDIAIntraday Volume Pulse Indicator
Overview
This indicator is designed to track and visualize intraday volume dynamics during a user-defined trading session. It calculates and displays key volume metrics such as buy volume, sell volume, cumulative delta (difference between buy and sell volumes), and total volume. The data is presented in a customizable table overlay on the chart, making it easy to monitor volume pulses throughout the session. This can help traders identify buying or selling pressure in real-time, particularly useful for intraday strategies.
The indicator resets its calculations at the start of each new day and only accumulates volume data from the specified session start time onward. It uses simple logic to classify volume as buy or sell based on candle direction:
Buy Volume: Assigned to green (up) candles or half of neutral (doji) candles.
Sell Volume: Assigned to red (down) candles or half of neutral (doji) candles.
All calculations are approximate and based on available volume data from the chart. This script does not incorporate external data sources, order flow, or tick-level information—it's purely derived from standard OHLCV (Open, High, Low, Close, Volume) bars.
Key Features
Session Customization: Define the start time of your trading session (e.g., market open) and select from common timezones like Asia/Kolkata, America/New_York, etc.
Volume Metrics:
Buy Volume: Total volume attributed to bullish activity.
Sell Volume: Total volume attributed to bearish activity.
Cumulative Delta: Net difference (Buy - Sell), highlighting overall market bias.
Total Volume: Sum of all volume during the session.
Formatted Display: Volumes are formatted for readability (e.g., in thousands "K", lakhs "L", or crores "Cr" for large numbers).
Color-Coded Table: Uses a patriotic color scheme inspired by general themes (Saffron, White, Green) with dynamic backgrounds based on positive/negative values for quick visual interpretation.
Table Options: Toggle visibility and position (top-right, top-left, etc.) for a clean chart layout.
How to Use
Add to Chart: Apply this indicator to any symbol's chart (works best on intraday timeframes like 1-min, 5-min, or 15-min).
Configure Inputs:
Session Start Hour/Minute: Set to your market's open time (default: 9:15 for Indian markets).
Timezone: Choose the appropriate timezone to align with your trading hours.
Show Table: Enable/disable the metrics table.
Table Position: Place the table where it doesn't obstruct your view.
Interpret the Table:
Monitor for spikes in buy/sell volume or shifts in cumulative delta.
Positive delta (green) suggests buying pressure; negative (red) suggests selling.
Use alongside price action or other indicators for confirmation—e.g., high total volume with positive delta could indicate bullish momentum.
Limitations:
Volume classification is heuristic and not based on actual order flow (e.g., it splits doji volume evenly).
Data accumulation starts from the session time and resets daily; historical backtesting may be limited by the max_bars_back=500 setting.
This is for educational and visualization purposes only—do not use as sole basis for trading decisions.
Calculation Details
Session Filter: Uses timestamp() to define the session start and filters bars with time >= sessionStart.
New Day Detection: Resets volumes on daily changes via ta.change(time("D")).
Volume Assignment:
Buy: Full volume if close > open; half if close == open.
Sell: Full volume if close < open; half if close == open.
Cumulative Metrics: Accumulated only during the session.
Formatting: Custom function f_format() scales large numbers for brevity.
Disclaimer
This script is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not provide financial advice or signals to buy/sell any security. Always perform your own analysis and consult a qualified financial professional before making trading decisions.
© 2025 GSK-VIZAG-AP-INDIA
Fabian Z-ScoreFabian Z-Score — % Distance & Z-Scores for SPX / DJI / XLU
What it does
This indicator measures how far three market proxies are from a moving average and standardizes those distances into z-scores so you can spot stretch/mean-reversion and relative out/under-performance.
Universe: S&P 500 (SPX), Dow Jones (DJI) and Utilities (XLU). You can change any of these in Inputs.
Anchor MA: user-selectable MA type (SMA/EMA/RMA/WMA/VWMA/HMA/LSMA/ALMA) and length (default 39; a popular weekly anchor).
Outputs
% from MA: 100 × (𝐶𝑙𝑜𝑠𝑒 − 𝑀𝐴) / 𝑀𝐴
Time-series Z: z-score of the last N % distances (default 39) → “how stretched vs its own history?”
Cross-sectional Z: z-score of each % distance within the trio on this bar → “who’s strongest vs the others right now?”
A compact mini table (top-right) shows the latest values for each symbol: % from MA, Z(ts) and Z(xsec).
Panels & Visualization
Toggle what you want to see in View:
Plot % distance — raw % above/below the MA (0% line shown).
Plot time-series Z — standardized stretch with ±Threshold guides (default ±2σ).
Plot cross-sectional Z — relative z across SPX, DJI, XLU (0 = at the trio’s mean).
Smoothing — optional light MA on the plotted series (set to 1 for none).
A price-panel Moving Average is drawn with your chosen type/length for visual context.
Colors: SPX = teal, DJI = orange, XLU = purple.
Alerts
Two built-in alert conditions (time-series Z only):
“Z(ts) crosses up +Thr” — any of the three crosses above +Threshold.
“Z(ts) crosses down -Thr” — any crosses below −Threshold.
When enabled, the chart background tints faint green (up cross) or red (down cross) on those bars.
How to use (ideas, not advice)
On weekly charts, a 39-length MA/Z lookback often captures major risk-on/off swings. (Fabian Timing)
Deep negative Z(ts) (e.g., ≤ −2σ or −3σ) frequently accompanies panic and mean-reversion setups.
High positive Z(ts) suggests over-extension; watch for momentum fades.
Cross-sectional Z helps rank leadership today:
Z(xsec) > 0 → stronger than the trio’s mean this bar; Z(xsec) < 0 → weaker.
Utilities (XLU) turning positive x-sec while the others are negative can hint at defensive rotation.
If all 3 are above 0, go long, if below 0 go cash.
Combine: look for extreme Z(ts) aligning with lead/lag Z(xsec) to time entries/exits or hedges.
Inputs (quick reference)
Symbols: SPX / DJI / XLU (editable).
MA type & length: SMA, EMA, RMA, WMA, VWMA, HMA, LSMA, ALMA; default EMA(39).
Z-score lookback (ts): default 39.
Smoothing on plots: default 1 (off).
Z threshold (±): default 2.0 (guide lines & alerts).
EFXU Banker Level Price GridThe EFXU Banker Level Price Grid indicator draws fixed horizontal price levels at key whole-number intervals for Forex pairs, regardless of zoom level or timeframe. It’s designed for traders who want consistent visual reference points for major and minor price zones across all charts.
Features:
Major 1000-pip zones (bold lines) above and below a fixed origin price (auto-detects 1.00000 for non-JPY pairs and 100.000 for JPY pairs, or set manually).
500-pip median levels (dashed lines) between each major zone.
100-pip subdivisions (dotted lines) within each 1000-pip zone.
Adjustable number of zones above and below the origin.
Customizable colors, line widths, and label sizes.
Optional labels on the right edge for quick zone identification.
Works on all timeframes and stays visible regardless of zoom or price position.
Use case:
This tool is ideal for traders using institutional-level zones, psychological price levels, or “big money” areas for planning entries, exits, and risk management. Perfect for swing traders, position traders, and scalpers who rely on major pip milestones for market structure context.
Key Indicators Dashboard (KID)Key Indicators Dashboard (KID) — Comprehensive Market & Trend Metrics
📌 Overview
The Key Indicators Dashboard (KID) is an advanced multi-metric market analysis tool designed to consolidate essential technical, volatility, and relative performance data into a single on-chart table. Instead of switching between multiple indicators, KID centralizes these key measures, making it easier to assess a stock’s technical health, volatility state, trend status, and relative strength at a glance.
🛠 Key Features
⦿ Average Daily Range (ADR %): Measures average daily price movement over a specified period. It is calculated by averaging the daily price range (high - low) over a set number of days (default 20 days).
⦿ Average True Range (ATR): Measures volatility by calculating the average of a true range over a specific period (default 14). It helps traders gauge the typical extent of price movement, regardless of the direction.
⦿ ATR%: Expresses the Average True Range as a percentage of the price, which allows traders to compare the volatility of stocks with different prices.
⦿ Relative Strength (RS): Compares a stock’s performance to a chosen benchmark index (default NIFTYMIDSML400) over a specific period (default 50 days).
⦿ RS Score (IBD-style): A normalized 1–100 rating inspired by Investor’s Business Daily methodology.
How it works: The RS Score is based on a weighted average of price changes over 3 months (40%), 6 months (20%), 9 months (20%), and 12 months (20%).
The raw value is converted into a percentage return, then normalized over the past 252 trading days so the lowest value maps to 1 and the highest to 100.
This produces a percentile-style score that highlights the strongest stocks in relative terms.
⦿ Relative Volume (RVol): Compares a stock's current volume to its average volume over a specific period (default 50). It is calculated by dividing the current volume by the average historical volume.
⦿ Average ₹ Volume (Turnover): Represents the total monetary value of shares traded for a stock. It's calculated by multiplying a day's closing price by its volume, with the final value converted to crores for clarity. This metric is a key indicator of a stock's liquidity and overall market interest.
⦿ Moving Average Extension: Measures how far a stock's current price has moved from from a selected moving average (EMA or SMA). This deviation is normalized by the stock's volatility (ATR%), with a default threshold of 6 ATR used to indicate that the stock is significantly extended and is marked with a selected shape (default Red Flag).
⦿ 52-Weeks High & Low: Measures a stock's current price in relation to its highest and lowest prices over the past year. It calculates the percentage a stock is below its 52-week high and above its 52-week low.
⦿ Market Capitalization: Market Cap represents the total value of all outstanding.
⦿ Free Float: It is the value of shares readily available for public trading, with the Free Float Percentage showing the proportion of shares available to the public.
⦿ Trend: Uses Supertrend indicator to identify the current trend of a stock's price. A factor (default 3) and an ATR period (default 10) is used to signal whether the trend is up or down.
⦿ Minervini Trend Template (MTT): It is a set of technical criteria designed to identify stocks in strong uptrends.
Price > 50-DMA > 150-DMA > 200-DMA
200-DMA is trending up for at least 1 month
Price is at least 30% above its 52-week low.
Price is within at least 25 percent of its 52-week high
Table highlights when a stock meets all above criteria.
⦿ Sector & Industry: Display stock's sector and industry, provides categorical classification to assist sector-based analysis. The sector is a broad economic classification, while the industry is a more specific group within that sector.
⦿ Moving Averages (MAs): Plot up to four customizable Moving Averages on a chart. You can independently set the type (Simple or Exponential), the source price, and the length for each MA to help visualize a stock's underlying trend.
MA1: Default 10-EMA
MA2: Default 20-EMA
MA3: Default 50-EMA
MA4: Default 200-EMA
⦿ Moving Average (MA) Crossover: It is a trend signal that occurs when a shorter-term moving average crosses a longer-term one. This script identifies these crossover events and plots a marker on the chart to visually signal a potential change in trend direction.
User-configurable MAs (short and long).
A bullish crossover occurs when the short MA crosses above the long MA.
A bearish crossover occurs when the short MA crosses below the long MA.
⦿ Inside Bar (IB): An Inside Bar is a candlestick whose entire price range is contained within the range of the previous bar. This script identifies this pattern, which often signals consolidation, and visually marks bullish and bearish inside bars on the chart with distinct colors and labels.
⦿ Tightness: Identifies periods of low volatility and price consolidation. It compares the price range over a short lookback period (default 3) to the average daily range (ADR). When the lookback range is smaller than the ADR, the indicator plots a marker on the chart to signal consolidation.
⦿ PowerBar (Purple Dot): Identifies candles with a strong price move on high volume. By default, it plots a purple dot when a stock moves up or down by at least 5% and has a minimum volume of 500,000. More dots indicate higher volatility and liquidity.
⦿ Squeezing Range (SQ): Identifies periods of low volatility, which can often precede a significant price move. It checks if the Bollinger Bands have narrowed to a range that is smaller than the Average True Range (ATR) for a set number of consecutive bars (default 3).
(UpperBB - LowerBB) < (ATR × 2)
⦿ Mark 52-Weeks High and Low: Marks and labels a stock's 52-Week High and Low prices directly on the chart. It draws two horizontal lines extending from the candles where the highest and lowest prices occurred over the past year, providing a clear visual reference for long-term price extremes.
⏳PineScreener Filters
The indicator’s alert conditions act as filters for PineScreener.
Price Filter: Minimum and maximum price cutoffs (default ₹25 - ₹10000).
Daily Price Change Filter: Minimum and maximum daily percent change (default -5% and 5%).
🔔 Built-in Alerts
Supports alert creation for:
ADR%, ATR/ATR %, RS, RS Rating, Turnover
Moving Average Crossover (Bullish/Bearish)
Minervini Trend Template
52-Week High/Low
Inside Bars (Bullish/Bearish)
Tightness
Squeezing Range (SQ)
⚙️ Customizable Visualization
Switchable between vertical or horizontal layout.
Works in dark/light mode
User-configurable to toggle any indicator ON or OFF.
User-configurable Moving (EMA/SMA), Period/Lengths and thresholds.
⦿ (Optional) : For horizontal table orientation increase Top Margin to 16% in Chart (Canvas) settings to avoid chart overlapping with table.
⚡ Add this script to your chart and start making smarter trade decisions today! 🚀
Market Structure (DeadCat)🌟 Market Structure (DeadCat) - Indicator Overview 🌟
The Market Structure (DeadCat) indicator plots swing highs and lows (HH, HL, LH, LL) using pivot points, helping you spot uptrends, downtrends, and potential reversals. Perfect for traders who use market structure.
🌟 Key Features 🌟
🔹 Swing Point Labels
HH (Higher High): Signals uptrend strength.
HL (Higher Low): Marks bullish support.
LH (Lower High): Hints at weakening uptrend or reversal.
LL (Lower Low): Confirms downtrend momentum.
🔹 Trend Detection
Uptrend: Tracks HH/HL for bullish momentum.
Downtrend: Tracks LH/LL for bearish momentum.
Waits for breaks of prior HH/HL or LH/LL to confirm new swing points, ensuring reliable signals. 🔄
🔹 Customizable Labels
Adjust label text color (default: black) to suit your chart. Supports up to 500 labels for a clean, focused view. 🖌️
🌟 Indicator Settings 🌟
Swing Length: Fixed at 20 bars (left) and 2 bars (right) for pivot detection.
Label Color: Customize text color for better visibility.
VRD-5: Volume Reversal Detector (5 Bars)Overview
This Pine Script indicator detects potential trend reversals based on volume patterns over a 5-bar period. It identifies accumulation (bullish) and distribution (bearish) patterns using volume analysis combined with price action.
Key Features
Volume Analysis:
Compares current volume to a 34-period SMA
Identifies strong/weak volume using configurable thresholds
Calculates volume "energy" as a 5-bar average ratio
Pattern Detection:
Bearish Signal: Looks for decreasing volume after a strong volume bar
Bullish Signal: Looks for increasing volume after weak volume bars
Visualization:
Colored volume histogram (bullish/bearish/neutral)
SMA volume line
Labels for detected signals
Customization Options:
Adjustable lookback period (3-10 bars)
Configurable thresholds for volume strength
Strict mode requiring confirming price action
Suggested Improvements
Performance Optimization:
Reduce the max_labels_count (currently 500) to improve performance
Consider using barstate.isconfirmed for more efficient calculations
Enhanced Visualization:
Add arrows on price chart for better visibility
Include a background color highlight for signal periods
Add option to display the energy level as a separate line
Additional Features:
Incorporate RSI or MACD for confirmation
Add multi-timeframe analysis capability
Include a strategy version for backtesting
Code Structure:
Separate the logic into distinct functions for better readability
Add more detailed comments for complex calculations
Consider using varip for real-time updates if needed
User Experience:
Add input options for label text size/position
Include sound options for alerts
Add a toggle for the information table
This indicator provides a solid foundation for volume-based reversal detection that could be further enhanced with these improvements while maintaining its core functionality.
Multi-Pip Grid This indicator draws multiple sets of horizontal grid lines on your chart at user-defined pip intervals. It’s designed for traders who want to quickly visualize key price levels spaced evenly apart in pips, with full control over pip size, grid spacing, and appearance.
Features:
Adjustable pip size — works for Forex, gold, crypto, and indices (e.g., 0.0001 for EURUSD, 0.10 for XAUUSD, 1 for NAS100).
Six grid spacings — 1000 pips, 500 pips, 250 pips, 125 pips, 62.5 pips, and 31.25 pips. Each grid can be toggled on or off.
Customizable base price — center the grid at the current market price or any manually entered price.
Optional snap-to-grid — automatically aligns the base price to the nearest multiple of the smallest step for perfect alignment.
Flexible range — choose how many grid lines are drawn above and below the base price.
Distinct colors per grid level for easy identification.
Automatic cleanup — removes old lines before redrawing to avoid clutter.
Use cases:
Identify large and small pip-based support/resistance zones.
Plan entries/exits using fixed pip distances.
Visualize scaled take-profit and stop-loss zones.
Overlay multiple timeframes with consistent pip spacing.
Multi-Pip Grid (Adjustable) — FixedThis indicator draws multiple sets of horizontal grid lines on your chart at user-defined pip intervals. It’s designed for traders who want to quickly visualize key price levels spaced evenly apart in pips, with full control over pip size, grid spacing, and appearance.
Features:
Adjustable pip size — works for Forex, gold, crypto, and indices (e.g., 0.0001 for EURUSD, 0.10 for XAUUSD, 1 for NAS100).
Six grid spacings — 1000 pips, 500 pips, 250 pips, 125 pips, 62.5 pips, and 31.25 pips. Each grid can be toggled on or off.
Customizable base price — center the grid at the current market price or any manually entered price.
Optional snap-to-grid — automatically aligns the base price to the nearest multiple of the smallest step for perfect alignment.
Flexible range — choose how many grid lines are drawn above and below the base price.
Distinct colors per grid level for easy identification.
Automatic cleanup — removes old lines before redrawing to avoid clutter.
Use cases:
Identify large and small pip-based support/resistance zones.
Plan entries/exits using fixed pip distances.
Visualize scaled take-profit and stop-loss zones.
Overlay multiple timeframes with consistent pip spacing.
The Daily Bias Dashboard📜 Overview
This indicator is a powerful statistical tool designed to provide traders with a probable Daily Bias based on historical price action. It is built upon the concepts of Quarterly Theory, which divides the 24-hour trading day into 4 distinct sessions to analyze market behavior.
This tool analyzes how the market has behaved in the past to give you a statistical edge. It answers the question: "Based on the last X number of days, what is the most likely way the price will move during the Newyork AM & PM Sessions based on Asian & London Sessions?"
⚙️ How It Works
The indicator divides the 24-hour day (based on the America/New_York timezone) into two 12-hour halves:
First Half - 12 Hour Candle: The Accumulation/Manipulation or Asian/London Sessions (6 PM to 6 AM NY Time)
This period covers the Asian session and the start of the London session.
The indicator's only job here is to identify the highest high and lowest low of this 12-hour block, establishing the initial daily range.
Second Half - 12 Hour Candle: The Distribution/Continuation or NY AM/PM Sessions (6 AM to 6 PM NY Time)
This period covers the main London session and the full New York session.
The indicator actively watches to see if, and in what order, the price breaks out of the range established in Session 1 (FIrst Half of the day).
By tracking this behavior over hundreds of days, the indicator compiles statistics on four possible daily scenarios.
📊 The Four Scenarios & The Dashboard
The indicator presents its findings in a clean, easy-to-read dashboard, calculating the historical probability of each of the following scenarios:
↓ Low, then ↑ High: The price first breaks the low of Session 1 (often a liquidity sweep or stop hunt) before reversing to break the high of Session 1. This suggests a "sweep and reverse" bullish day.
↑ High, then ↓ Low: The price first breaks the high of Session 1 before reversing to break the low of Session 1. This suggests a "sweep and reverse" bearish day.
One-Sided Breakout: The price breaks only one of the boundaries (either the high or the low) and continues in that direction without taking the other side. This indicates a strong, trending day.
No Breakout (Inside Bar): The price fails to break either the high or the low of Session 1, remaining contained within its range. This indicates a day of consolidation and low volatility.
🧠 How to Use This Indicator
This is a confluence tool, not a standalone trading system. Its purpose is to help you frame a high-probability narrative for the trading day.
Establish a Bias: Start checking the dashboard at 06:00 AM Newyork time, which is the start of next half day trading session. If one scenario has a significantly higher probability (e.g., "One-Sided Breakout" at 89%), you have a statistically-backed directional bias in the direction of Breakout.
🔧 Features & Settings
Historical Days to Analyze: Set how many past days the indicator should use for its statistical analysis (default is 500).
Session Timezone : The calculation is locked to America/New_York as it is central to the Quarterly Theory concept, but this setting ensures correct alignment.
Dashboard Display: Fully customize the on-screen table, including its position and text size, or hide it completely.
⚠️ Important Notes
For maximum accuracy, use this indicator on hourly (H1) or lower timeframes.
The statistical probabilities are based on past performance and are not a guarantee of future results.
This tool is designed to sharpen your analytical skills and provide a robust, data-driven framework for your daily trading decisions. Use it to build confidence in your directional bias and to better understand the rhythm of the market.
Disclaimer: This indicator is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. All trading involves risk.
VP-Period with Previous Day Levels & Historical POC# Volume Profile with Previous Day Levels & Historical POCs
## Description
Comprehensive indicator combining Volume Profile analysis, previous day levels, and historical POC (Point of Control) levels for advanced technical analysis.
## Key Features
### Volume Profile
- **Customizable period**: 3 to 500 days
- **Calculation resolution**: 400 to 700 points
- **Current VPOC**: Point of Control line for current period
- **Volume bars**: graphical display of volume profile distribution
### Historical POCs
- **POC history**: up to 20 previous days
- **Time labels**: shows how many days ago for each POC
- **Dashed lines**: easy identification of historical levels
### Previous Day Levels (last 5 days)
- **High/Low**: daily highs and lows
- **Midpoint**: 50% level (High+Low)/2
- **Open/Close**: opening and closing prices
- **Progressive thickness**: day 1 thicker, decreasing for previous days
## Customization
- Fully configurable colors for each element
- Toggle on/off switches for every component
- Different line styles (solid, dashed, dotted)
## Usage
Perfect for traders using volume analysis and support/resistance based on previous daily levels. Ideal for identifying key zones and significant breakout points.
BB & RSI Trailing Stop StrategySimple BB & RSI generated using AI, gets 60% on S&P 500 with the right settings
Leader-Lagger DashboardSummary:
The ultimate frustration for a trader: being right on the idea, but wrong on the asset.
You correctly predict a market move, develop a solid bullish or bearish thesis, but the instrument you choose fails to follow through. Meanwhile, a correlated asset makes the exact move you anticipated, leaving you with a losing trade or a missed opportunity.
This common pitfall is precisely what the Leader/Lagger Dashboard is designed to solve.
The Solution: Instant Clarity on Relative Strength
The Leader/Lagger Dashboard provides a clear, real-time verdict on the relative strength between two correlated assets, such as ES (S&P 500 futures) and NQ (Nasdaq 100 futures).
By instantly identifying the Leader (the stronger asset) and the Lagger (the weaker asset), it empowers you to focus your capital on the instrument with the highest probability of performing in line with your market view.
As shown in the example image, if your idea is to short the market, choosing the "Weak" asset (ES) results in a winning trade, while shorting the "Strong" asset (NQ) would have failed. This tool helps you make that critical distinction before you enter.
How It Works
The engine at the core of this dashboard analyzes the price action of two assets on a higher timeframe (defaulting to 90 minutes). It measures how the current bar's high and low are performing relative to the previous bar's range for each asset. By comparing these normalized values, it generates a score to determine which asset is exhibiting stronger momentum (the Leader) and which is showing weakness (the Lagger).
A tie-breaking mechanism using a lower timeframe ensures you always have a decisive verdict.
How to Use It
The principle is simple: Go long the leader, and short the lagger.
If you are Bullish: Look for the asset marked "Strong." This is the instrument most likely to lead the upward move.
If you are Bearish: Look for the asset marked "Weak." This is the instrument most likely to lead the downward move.
By aligning your trade execution with the market's internal momentum, you dramatically increase your odds of success and avoid the frustration of trading against underlying strength or weakness.
Key Features
Instant Verdict: A simple on-chart table displays a "Strong" or "Weak" verdict for each asset.
Focus on the Leader: Easily identify which asset is leading the move to align your trades with momentum.
Avoid the Lagger: Steer clear of the weaker asset that might chop around or reverse, even if your directional bias is correct.
Fully Customizable: Change the two assets to any symbols you trade (e.g., GOLD vs. SILVER, EURUSD vs. GBPUSD).
Adjustable Display: Control the table's position and font size to perfectly fit your chart layout. The table is designed to be visible on lower timeframes (5-minutes and under) to assist with day trading execution.
This tool is designed to be a crucial part of your decision-making process, providing an objective layer of confirmation for your trading ideas. so Stop guessing and start trading the right asset.
As always, use this indicator in conjunction with your own complete analysis and risk management strategy.
Dynamic 50% Line [Daily and Weekly Range]This indicator automatically plots the 50% retracement level (midpoint) of the daily and weekly trading ranges. It helps traders identify key support/resistance zones where price may react, offering insights into potential reversal or continuation areas.
Auction Market Theory & the 50% Level
At its core, this indicator is built on Auction Market Theory (AMT), which views price movement as an ongoing auction process where buyers and sellers compete to establish value. The 50% midpoint represents fair value—the equilibrium where price is most likely to balance before continuing its trend or reversing.
When price deviates too far from this level, it often returns to balance (mean reversion) or accepts new value (breakout). By tracking the daily and weekly 50% lines, traders can:
Identify high-probability reversal zones (where price may reject fair value).
Spot trend continuation areas (where price accepts higher/lower value).
Align with institutional order flow, as large players often use these levels for execution.
This makes the indicator particularly powerful for traders who follow volume profile, order flow, or ICT concepts, as it visually maps the market’s ongoing auction process.
Features:
✅ Automated Daily & Weekly Midpoints – Calculates the 50% level from the high/low of each session.
✅ Customizable Line Styles – Choose between solid, dotted, or dashed lines for better visibility.
✅ Clear Labeling – Optional text labels show "50% Level" or custom text at your preferred position (left, middle, or right).
✅ Flexible Styling – Adjust line colors, thickness, and text size to match your chart theme.
How It Works:
Daily 50% Line: Resets at 6 PM NY time (new trading day).
Weekly 50% Line: Resets on Sunday at 6 PM NY time (new trading week).
The midpoint is calculated as:
(High + Low) / 2
Lines extend 500 bars forward for easy visibility.
Why Use This Indicator?
Unlike static Fibonacci tools, this dynamic indicator auto-updates the 50% level as new highs/lows form, saving time and improving accuracy. Whether you trade forex, stocks, or crypto, these levels often act as strong magnets for price action.
RatioSPX/Inverted Fed Funds RateHere is the Pine Script that compares the S&P 500 (SPX) to the inverse Fed Funds Rate, both normalized to a 0–1 scale for easy visual comparison:
RatioBTC/Inverted Fed Funds RateHere is the Pine Script that compares the S&P 500 (SPX) to the inverse Fed Funds Rate, both normalized to a 0–1 scale for easy visual comparison:
Benford's Law Actual [Tagstrading]Benford’s Law Chart — First Digit Analysis of Percentage Price Drops
This script visualizes the distribution of the leading digit in the percentage change of price drops, and compares it to the theoretical distribution expected by Benford’s Law.
It helps traders, analysts, and quants to detect anomalies, unnatural behavior, or price manipulation in any asset or timeframe.
How to Use
Add to any chart or symbol (stocks, crypto, FX, etc.) and select the timeframe you wish to analyze.
Set the “Number of Bars to Analyze” input (default: 500) to control the length of the historical window.
The chart will display, for the latest window:
A blue line: the actual leading-digit distribution for percentage price changes between bars.
A red line: the expected distribution per Benford’s Law.
Labels below and above: digit markers and the expected (theoretical) percentages.
Summary panel on the right: frequency counts and actual vs. theoretical % for each digit.
Interpretation:
If your actual (blue) curve or digit counts are significantly different from the red Benford’s Law curve, it could indicate unnatural price action, fraud, bot activity, or structural anomalies.
Why is this useful for TradingView?
Financial forensics: Benford’s Law is a classic tool for detecting data manipulation and fraud in accounting. On charts, it can reveal if price movements are statistically “natural.”
Transparency and confidence: Helps communities audit markets, brokers, or exchanges for irregularities.
Adaptable: Works on any market, any timeframe.
What makes this script unique?
Focuses on % price changes, not raw prices.
This provides a fair comparison across assets, symbols, and timeframes.
Measures only the direction and magnitude of drops/rises — more suitable for detecting manipulation in active markets.
Clear and customizable visualization:
The Benford line, actual data, and summary are all visible and readable in one glance.
Optimized for speed and clarity (runs efficiently on all major charts).
How is it different from stg44’s Benford’s Law script?
This script analyzes the leading digit of percentage price changes (i.e., how much the price drops or rises in %),
while the original by stg44 analyzes the leading digit of price itself.
Results are less sensitive to price scale and more comparable across volatile and non-volatile assets.
The summary panel clearly shows ( ) for actual and for Benford theoretical values.
Full code is commented and open for the community.
Credits and Inspiration
This script was inspired by “Benford’s Law” by stg44:
Thanks to the TradingView community for sharing powerful visual ideas.
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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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