Volatility-Targeted Momentum Portfolio [BackQuant]Volatility-Targeted Momentum Portfolio
A complete momentum portfolio engine that ranks assets, targets a user-defined volatility, builds long, short, or delta-neutral books, and reports performance with metrics, attribution, Monte Carlo scenarios, allocation pie, and efficiency scatter plots. This description explains the theory and the mechanics so you can configure, validate, and deploy it with intent.
Table of contents
What the script does at a glance
Momentum, what it is, how to know if it is present
Volatility targeting, why and how it is done here
Portfolio construction modes: Long Only, Short Only, Delta Neutral
Regime filter and when the strategy goes to cash
Transaction cost modelling in this script
Backtest metrics and definitions
Performance attribution chart
Monte Carlo simulation
Scatter plot analysis modes
Asset allocation pie chart
Inputs, presets, and deployment checklist
Suggested workflow
1) What the script does at a glance
Pulls a list of up to 15 tickers, computes a simple momentum score on each over a configurable lookback, then volatility-scales their bar-to-bar return stream to a target annualized volatility.
Ranks assets by raw momentum, selects the top 3 and bottom 3, builds positions according to the chosen mode, and gates exposure with a fast regime filter.
Accumulates a portfolio equity curve with risk and performance metrics, optional benchmark buy-and-hold for comparison, and a full alert suite.
Adds visual diagnostics: performance attribution bars, Monte Carlo forward paths, an allocation pie, and scatter plots for risk-return and factor views.
2) Momentum: definition, detection, and validation
Momentum is the tendency of assets that have performed well to continue to perform well, and of underperformers to continue underperforming, over a specific horizon. You operationalize it by selecting a horizon, defining a signal, ranking assets, and trading the leaders versus laggards subject to risk constraints.
Signal choices . Common signals include cumulative return over a lookback window, regression slope on log-price, or normalized rate-of-change. This script uses cumulative return over lookback bars for ranking (variable cr = price/price - 1). It keeps the ranking simple and lets volatility targeting handle risk normalization.
How to know momentum is present .
Leaders and laggards persist across adjacent windows rather than flipping every bar.
Spread between average momentum of leaders and laggards is materially positive in sample.
Cross-sectional dispersion is non-trivial. If everything is flat or highly correlated with no separation, momentum selection will be weak.
Your validation should include a diagnostic that measures whether returns are explained by a momentum regression on the timeseries.
Recommended diagnostic tool . Before running any momentum portfolio, verify that a timeseries exhibits stable directional drift. Use this indicator as a pre-check: It fits a regression to price, exposes slope and goodness-of-fit style context, and helps confirm if there is usable momentum before you force a ranking into a flat regime.
3) Volatility targeting: purpose and implementation here
Purpose . Volatility targeting seeks a more stable risk footprint. High-vol assets get sized down, low-vol assets get sized up, so each contributes more evenly to total risk.
Computation in this script (per asset, rolling):
Return series ret = log(price/price ).
Annualized volatility estimate vol = stdev(ret, lookback) * sqrt(tradingdays).
Leverage multiplier volMult = clamp(targetVol / vol, 0.1, 5.0).
This caps sizing so extremely low-vol assets don’t explode weight and extremely high-vol assets don’t go to zero.
Scaled return stream sr = ret * volMult. This is the per-bar, risk-adjusted building block used in the portfolio combinations.
Interpretation . You are not levering your account on the exchange, you are rescaling the contribution each asset’s daily move has on the modeled equity. In live trading you would reflect this with position sizing or notional exposure.
4) Portfolio construction modes
Cross-sectional ranking . Assets are sorted by cr over the chosen lookback. Top and bottom indices are extracted without ties.
Long Only . Averages the volatility-scaled returns of the top 3 assets: avgRet = mean(sr_top1, sr_top2, sr_top3). Position table shows per-asset leverages and weights proportional to their current volMult.
Short Only . Averages the negative of the volatility-scaled returns of the bottom 3: avgRet = mean(-sr_bot1, -sr_bot2, -sr_bot3). Position table shows short legs.
Delta Neutral . Long the top 3 and short the bottom 3 in equal book sizes. Each side is sized to 50 percent notional internally, with weights within each side proportional to volMult. The return stream mixes the two sides: avgRet = mean(sr_top1,sr_top2,sr_top3, -sr_bot1,-sr_bot2,-sr_bot3).
Notes .
The selection metric is raw momentum, the execution stream is volatility-scaled returns. This separation is deliberate. It avoids letting volatility dominate ranking while still enforcing risk parity at the return contribution stage.
If everything rallies together and dispersion collapses, Long Only may behave like a single beta. Delta Neutral is designed to extract cross-sectional momentum with low net beta.
5) Regime filter
A fast EMA(12) vs EMA(21) filter gates exposure.
Long Only active when EMA12 > EMA21. Otherwise the book is set to cash.
Short Only active when EMA12 < EMA21. Otherwise cash.
Delta Neutral is always active.
This prevents taking long momentum entries during obvious local downtrends and vice versa for shorts. When the filter is false, equity is held flat for that bar.
6) Transaction cost modelling
There are two cost touchpoints in the script.
Per-bar drag . When the regime filter is active, the per-bar return is reduced by fee_rate * avgRet inside netRet = avgRet - (fee_rate * avgRet). This models proportional friction relative to traded impact on that bar.
Turnover-linked fee . The script tracks changes in membership of the top and bottom baskets (top1..top3, bot1..bot3). The intent is to charge fees when composition changes. The template counts changes and scales a fee by change count divided by 6 for the six slots.
Use case: increase fee_rate to reflect taker fees and slippage if you rebalance every bar or trade illiquid assets. Reduce it if you rebalance less often or use maker orders.
Practical advice .
If you rebalance daily, start with 5–20 bps round-trip per switch on liquid futures and adjust per venue.
For crypto perp microcaps, stress higher cost assumptions and add slippage buffers.
If you only rotate on lookback boundaries or at signals, use alert-driven rebalances and lower per-bar drag.
7) Backtest metrics and definitions
The script computes a standard set of portfolio statistics once the start date is reached.
Net Profit percent over the full test.
Max Drawdown percent, tracked from running peaks.
Annualized Mean and Stdev using the chosen trading day count.
Variance is the square of annualized stdev.
Sharpe uses daily mean adjusted by risk-free rate and annualized.
Sortino uses downside stdev only.
Omega ratio of sum of gains to sum of losses.
Gain-to-Pain total gains divided by total losses absolute.
CAGR compounded annual growth from start date to now.
Alpha, Beta versus a user-selected benchmark. Beta from covariance of daily returns, Alpha from CAPM.
Skewness of daily returns.
VaR 95 linear-interpolated 5th percentile of daily returns.
CVaR average of the worst 5 percent of daily returns.
Benchmark Buy-and-Hold equity path for comparison.
8) Performance attribution
Cumulative contribution per asset, adjusted for whether it was held long or short and for its volatility multiplier, aggregated across the backtest. You can filter to winners only or show both sides. The panel is sorted by contribution and includes percent labels.
9) Monte Carlo simulation
The panel draws forward equity paths from either a Normal model parameterized by recent mean and stdev, or non-parametric bootstrap of recent daily returns. You control the sample length, number of simulations, forecast horizon, visibility of individual paths, confidence bands, and a reproducible seed.
Normal uses Box-Muller with your seed. Good for quick, smooth envelopes.
Bootstrap resamples realized returns, preserving fat tails and volatility clustering better than a Gaussian assumption.
Bands show 10th, 25th, 75th, 90th percentiles and the path mean.
10) Scatter plot analysis
Four point-cloud modes, each plotting all assets and a star for the current portfolio position, with quadrant guides and labels.
Risk-Return Efficiency . X is risk proxy from leverage, Y is expected return from annualized momentum. The star shows the current book’s composite.
Momentum vs Volatility . Visualizes whether leaders are also high vol, a cue for turnover and cost expectations.
Beta vs Alpha . X is a beta proxy, Y is risk-adjusted excess return proxy. Useful to see if leaders are just beta.
Leverage vs Momentum . X is volMult, Y is momentum. Shows how volatility targeting is redistributing risk.
11) Asset allocation pie chart
Builds a wheel of current allocations.
Long Only, weights are proportional to each long asset’s current volMult and sum to 100 percent.
Short Only, weights show the short book as positive slices that sum to 100 percent.
Delta Neutral, 50 percent long and 50 percent short books, each side leverage-proportional.
Labels can show asset, percent, and current leverage.
12) Inputs and quick presets
Core
Portfolio Strategy . Long Only, Short Only, Delta Neutral.
Initial Capital . For equity scaling in the panel.
Trading Days/Year . 252 for stocks, 365 for crypto.
Target Volatility . Annualized, drives volMult.
Transaction Fees . Per-bar drag and composition change penalty, see the modelling notes above.
Momentum Lookback . Ranking horizon. Shorter is more reactive, longer is steadier.
Start Date . Ensure every symbol has data back to this date to avoid bias.
Benchmark . Used for alpha, beta, and B&H line.
Diagnostics
Metrics, Equity, B&H, Curve labels, Daily return line, Rolling drawdown fill.
Attribution panel. Toggle winners only to focus on what matters.
Monte Carlo mode with Normal or Bootstrap and confidence bands.
Scatter plot type and styling, labels, and portfolio star.
Pie chart and labels for current allocation.
Presets
Crypto Daily, Long Only . Lookback 25, Target Vol 50 percent, Fees 10 bps, Regime filter on, Metrics and Drawdown on. Monte Carlo Bootstrap with Recent 200 bars for bands.
Crypto Daily, Delta Neutral . Lookback 25, Target Vol 50 percent, Fees 15–25 bps, Regime filter always active for this mode. Use Scatter Risk-Return to monitor efficiency and keep the star near upper left quadrants without drifting rightward.
Equities Daily, Long Only . Lookback 60–120, Target Vol 15–20 percent, Fees 5–10 bps, Regime filter on. Use Benchmark SPX and watch Alpha and Beta to keep the book from becoming index beta.
13) Suggested workflow
Universe sanity check . Pick liquid tickers with stable data. Thin assets distort vol estimates and fees.
Check momentum existence . Run on your timeframe. If slope and fit are weak, widen lookback or avoid that asset or timeframe.
Set risk budget . Choose a target volatility that matches your drawdown tolerance. Higher target increases turnover and cost sensitivity.
Pick mode . Long Only for bull regimes, Short Only for sustained downtrends, Delta Neutral for cross-sectional harvesting when index direction is unclear.
Tune lookback . If leaders rotate too often, lengthen it. If entries lag, shorten it.
Validate cost assumptions . Increase fee_rate and stress Monte Carlo. If the edge vanishes with modest friction, refine selection or lengthen rebalance cadence.
Run attribution . Confirm the strategy’s winners align with intuition and not one unstable outlier.
Use alerts . Enable position change, drawdown, volatility breach, regime, momentum shift, and crash alerts to supervise live runs.
Important implementation details mapped to code
Momentum measure . cr = price / price - 1 per symbol for ranking. Simplicity helps avoid overfitting.
Volatility targeting . vol = stdev(log returns, lookback) * sqrt(tradingdays), volMult = clamp(targetVol / vol, 0.1, 5), sr = ret * volMult.
Selection . Extract indices for top1..top3 and bot1..bot3. The arrays rets, scRets, lev_vals, and ticks_arr track momentum, scaled returns, leverage multipliers, and display tickers respectively.
Regime filter . EMA12 vs EMA21 switch determines if the strategy takes risk for Long or Short modes. Delta Neutral ignores the gate.
Equity update . Equity multiplies by 1 + netRet only when the regime was active in the prior bar. Buy-and-hold benchmark is computed separately for comparison.
Tables . Position tables show current top or bottom assets with leverage and weights. Metric table prints all risk and performance figures.
Visualization panels . Attribution, Monte Carlo, scatter, and pie use the last bars to draw overlays that update as the backtest proceeds.
Final notes
Momentum is a portfolio effect. The edge comes from cross-sectional dispersion, adequate risk normalization, and disciplined turnover control, not from a single best asset call.
Volatility targeting stabilizes path but does not fix selection. Use the momentum regression link above to confirm structure exists before you size into it.
Always test higher lag costs and slippage, then recheck metrics, attribution, and Monte Carlo envelopes. If the edge persists under stress, you have something robust.
波動率
Stochastic + Bollinger Bands Multi-Timeframe StrategyThis strategy fuses the Stochastic Oscillator from the 4-hour timeframe with Bollinger Bands from the 1-hour timeframe, operating on a 10-hour chart to capture a unique volatility rhythm and temporal alignment discovered through observational alpha.
By blending momentum confirmation from the higher timeframe with short-term volatility extremes, the strategy leverages what some traders refer to as “rotating volatility” — a phenomenon where multi-timeframe oscillations sync to reveal hidden trade opportunities.
🧠 Strategy Logic
✅ Long Entry Condition:
Stochastic on the 4H timeframe:
%K crosses above %D
Both %K and %D are below 20 (oversold zone)
Bollinger Bands on the 1H timeframe:
Price crosses above the lower Bollinger Band, indicating a potential reversal
→ A long trade is opened when both momentum recovery and volatility reversion align.
✅ Long Exit Condition:
Stochastic on the 4H:
%K crosses below %D
Both %K and %D are above 80 (overbought zone)
Bollinger Bands on the 1H:
Price reaches or exceeds the upper Bollinger Band, suggesting exhaustion
→ The long trade is closed when either signal suggests a potential reversal or overextension.
🧬 Temporal Structure & Alpha
This strategy is deployed on a 10-hour chart — a non-standard timeframe that may align more effectively with multi-timeframe mean reversion dynamics.
This subtle adjustment exploits what some traders identify as “temporal drift” — the desynchronization of volatility across timeframes that creates hidden rhythm in price action.
→ For example, Stochastic on 4H (lookback 17) and Bollinger Bands on 1H (lookback 20) may periodically sync around 10H intervals, offering unique alpha windows.
📊 Indicator Components
🔹 Stochastic Oscillator (4H, Length 17)
Detects momentum reversals using %K and %D crossovers
Helps define overbought/oversold zones from a mid-term view
🔹 Bollinger Bands (1H, Length 20, ±2 StdDev)
Measures price volatility using standard deviation around a moving average
Entry occurs near lower band (support), exits near upper band (resistance)
🔹 Multi-Timeframe Logic
Uses request.security() to safely reference 4H and 1H indicators from a 10H chart
Avoids repainting by using closed higher-timeframe candles only
📈 Visualization
A plot selector input allows toggling between:
Stochastic Plot (%K & %D, with overbought/oversold levels)
Bollinger Bands Plot (Upper, Basis, Lower from 1H data)
This helps users visually confirm entry/exit triggers in real time.
🛠 Customization
Fully configurable Stochastic and BB settings
Timeframes are independently adjustable
Strategy settings like position sizing, slippage, and commission are editable
⚠️ Disclaimer
This strategy is intended for educational and informational purposes only.
It does not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any asset.
Market conditions vary, and past performance does not guarantee future results.
Always test any trading strategy in a simulated environment and consult a licensed financial advisor before making real-world investment decisions.
VWAP CATS background flipped 4.0VWAP CATS Background Flipped 4.0 is a sophisticated Pine Script v5 indicator for TradingView that combines a configurable moving average (MA) with dynamic Gann Square of 9 levels to create a multi-layered background shading system for price action analysis. It visualizes support/resistance zones around a central MA (often VWAP or RVWAP) using incremental offsets (either % or absolute points), generating symmetrical bands that resemble a "CATS" (Concentric Adaptive Tiered System) — hence the name.The background is "flipped" in the sense that shading intensity and structure emphasize higher-tier zones, and labels are placed to the right of the chart for future projection.Key FeaturesFeature
Description
Multi-MA Engine
Supports 20+ MA types: EMA, DEMA, TEMA, SMA, VWAP, RVWAP, HMA, ALMA, custom volume blends (CVB1–4)
RVWAP Mode
Rolling VWAP with adaptive or fixed time window (days/hours/minutes)
Gann Square of 9 Logic
Generates 80+ symmetric levels (0.25x to 17x increment) above/below the MA
Dual Increment Mode
Choose Percent or Points for spacing
Background Fills
Tiered transparency fills between Gann levels (darker = stronger zones)
Visual MA Offset
Shift MA line left/right without breaking fill alignment
Smart Labels
Projected labels on last bar: "FV", "normal", "high", "3/4" at key levels
Performance Optimized
Hidden plots + label cleanup to prevent lag
Primary Use Cases
1. Institutional VWAP Anchoring
Use RVWAP (1-day fixed) as maRaw
Set Increment = 0.5 points or 0.05%
Watch price interaction with "normal" (2x), "high" (4x), "3/4" (6x) zones
Ideal for intraday scalping on indices (ES, NQ) or forex
2. Swing Trading with Gann Projections
Use 400-period SMA/EMA on daily chart
Increment in Percent mode (~1.22%)
Identify confluence when price rejects at 2x, 4x, or 6x bands
Labels project future targets to the right
3. Volume-Weighted Mean Reversion
Select CVB1–CVB4 for heavy volume smoothing
Use Points mode for stocks with stable tick sizes (e.g. $0.50 increments)
Trade mean reversion between ±1x and ±2x bands
4. Risk Management & Stop Placement
Place stops beyond 2x or 4x bands
Take profits at next major tier (e.g. 4x → 6x)
Pro Tips
Enable "Use Fixed Time Period" for RVWAP to avoid session reset issues
Increase i_label_offset on lower timeframes to avoid overlap
Combine with volume profile or order flow for confluence
The "FV" label marks the Fair Value MA — core anchor
Summary"VWAP CATS Background Flipped 4.0" turns any moving average into a dynamic Gann-based pricing grid with intelligent background shading and forward-projected labels — perfect for institutional-style mean reversion, swing targeting, and risk-defined trading."
Smarter Money Volume Rejection Blocks [PhenLabs]📊 Smarter Money Volume Rejection Blocks – Institutional Rejection Zone Detection
The Smarter Money Volume Rejection Blocks indicator combines high-volume analysis with statistical confidence intervals to identify where institutional traders are actively defending price levels through volume spikes and rejection patterns.
🔥 Core Methodology
Volume Spike Detection analyzes when current volume exceeds moving average by configurable multipliers (1.0-5.0x) to identify institutional activity
Rejection Candle Analysis uses dual-ratio system measuring wick percentage (30-90%) and maximum body ratio (10-60%) to confirm genuine rejections
Statistical Confidence Channels create three-level zones (upper, center, lower) based on ATR or Standard Deviation calculations
Smart Invalidation Logic automatically clears zones when price significantly breaches confidence levels to maintain relevance
Dynamic Channel Projection extends confidence intervals forward up to 200 bars with customizable length
Support Zone Identification detects bullish rejections where smart money absorbs selling pressure with high volume and strong lower wicks
Resistance Zone Mapping identifies bearish rejections where institutions defend price levels with volume spikes and pronounced upper wicks
Visual Information Dashboard displays real-time status table showing volume spike conditions and active support/resistance zones
⚙️ Technical Configuration
Dual Confidence Interval Methods: Choose between ATR-Based for trend-following environments or StdDev-Based for range-bound statistical precision
Volume Moving Average: Configurable period (default 20) for baseline volume comparison calculations
Volume Spike Multiplier: Adjustable threshold from 1.0 to 5.0 times average volume to filter institutional activity
Rejection Wick Percentage: Set minimum wick size from 30% to 90% of candle range for valid rejection detection
Maximum Body Ratio: Configure body-to-range ratio from 10% to 60% to ensure genuine rejection structures
Confidence Multiplier: Statistical multiplier (default 1.96) for 95% confidence interval calculations
Channel Projection Length: Extend confidence zones forward from 10 to 200 bars for anticipatory analysis
ATR Period: Customize Average True Range lookback from 5 to 50 bars for volatility-based calculations
StdDev Period: Adjust Standard Deviation period from 10 to 100 bars for statistical precision
🎯 Real-World Trading Applications
Identify high-probability support zones where institutional buyers have historically defended price with significant volume
Map resistance levels where smart money sellers consistently reject higher prices with volume confirmation
Combine with price action analysis to confirm breakout validity when price approaches confidence channel boundaries
Use invalidation signals to exit positions when smart money zones are definitively breached
Monitor the real-time dashboard to quickly assess current market structure and active rejection zones
Adapt strategy based on calculation method: ATR for trending markets, StdDev for ranging conditions
Set alerts on confidence level breaches to catch potential trend reversals or continuation patterns
📈 Visual Interpretation Guide
Green Zones indicate bullish rejection blocks where buyers defended with high volume and lower wicks
Red Zones indicate bearish rejection blocks where sellers defended with high volume and upper wicks
Solid Center Lines represent the core rejection price level where maximum volume activity occurred
Dashed Confidence Boundaries show upper and lower statistical limits based on volatility calculations
Zone Opacity decreases as channels extend forward to indicate decreasing confidence over time
Dashboard Color Coding provides instant visual feedback on active volume spike and zone conditions
⚠️ Important Considerations
Volume-based indicators identify historical rejection zones but cannot predict future price action with certainty
Market conditions change rapidly and institutional activity patterns evolve continuously
High volume does not guarantee level defense as market structure can shift without warning
Confidence intervals represent statistical probabilities, not guaranteed price boundaries
VWAP – Pivot Pairs (SECONDS‑BASED RESET)VWAP – Pivot Pairs (SECONDS-BASED RESET) is a Pine Script v6 indicator for TradingView that combines pivot-based breakout detection with resettable VWAP (Volume Weighted Average Price) calculations over user-defined rolling time periods in seconds.It identifies high and low swing pivots via breakout logic, then calculates two VWAP lines per anchor:One using high/low as the price source,
One using close as the price source.
These form "pivot pairs" that reset automatically at the start of each custom-duration period (e.g., every 300 seconds), starting from a user-defined UTC time of day (default: 09:30 UTC).Visuals include:Colored VWAP lines (high pair: red, low pair: green),
Semi-transparent fill zones between each pair,
Optional toggles to show/hide high or low pairs.
Use CasesUse Case
Description
Intraday Scalping (1–15 min charts)
Use 60–300 second resets to capture micro-trends within larger sessions. VWAP pairs act as dynamic support/resistance after breakouts.
High-Frequency / Algo Validation
Backtest strategies on tick/second charts where traditional session resets fail. Align resets with exchange micro-sessions or volatility windows.
Opening Range Breakout (ORB) Enhancement
Set period_seconds = 1800 (30 min) and start time = 09:30 UTC → VWAP builds only on first 30 mins post-open, then floats. Pairs show deviation from ORB mean.
Range-Bound Market Analysis
In choppy markets, VWAP pairs converge near fair value. Divergence signals potential breakout. Fill color intensity shows conviction.
Multi-Timeframe Confluence
Overlay on 1-second chart with 300s reset → matches 5-minute structure. Use close-based VWAP for entries, high/low-based for stops.
Key Features SummaryFeature
Function
period_seconds
Rolling window length in seconds (e.g., 300 = 5 min)
period_start_time
UTC time-of-day anchor (default: 09:30)
new_period logic
Triggers full reset of pivots + VWAP on exact second boundary
breakingHigher / breakingLower
Detects confirmed breakouts (not just close above high)
Dual VWAP per anchor
ta.vwap(high) and ta.vwap(close) for range-aware mean
Fill zones
Visual value area between high/close VWAPs
Toggle visibility
Independently show/hide high or low pivot pairs
How It Works – Step-by-StepTime Engine Converts user inputs → milliseconds
Calculates current period start time using integer division from epoch
Detects exact bar when new period begins (new_period = true)
On New Period Resets both high/low anchors to current bar’s h and l
Forces VWAP recalculation from this bar forward
Breakout Detection Only triggers on strong candles (rising/falling, non-doji)
Requires open/close beyond prior pivot → avoids wicks-only breaks
VWAP Accumulation ta.vwap(source, reset_condition) restarts when anchor resets
Two sources per side → shows where volume clustered (at highs vs closes)
Plotting Four lines + two fills
Clean, customizable, overlay-friendly
Pro TipsUse on Heikin Ashi for smoother breakout signals.
Combine with volume profile to validate VWAP clusters.
For crypto, set period_start_time = 0 (00:00 UTC) for clean 4-hour resets.
Add alerts on new_period or breakingHigher for automation.
In short: This is a precision VWAP tool for time-boxed, pivot-driven mean reversion and breakout trading, ideal for scalpers, day traders, and algo developers needing sub-session granularity.
ATR / Price RatioDescription:
This indicator plots the ratio of the Average True Range (ATR) to the current price, showing volatility as a percentage of price rather than in absolute terms. It helps compare volatility across assets and timeframes by normalizing for price level.
A higher ATR/Price ratio means the market is moving a larger percentage of its value each bar (high relative volatility). A lower ratio indicates tighter, quieter price action (low relative volatility).
Traders can use this ratio to:
• Compare volatility between instruments
• Identify shifts into high or low volatility regimes
• Adjust position sizing and stop distances relative to risk
Contango/Backwardation Monitor
This is an indicator to display the spread difference between two products. I designed it around VX1! and VX2! but any other two products can be chosen. It is a simple subtraction of VX2-VX1. I will go through the options first and what they do followed by what contango/backwardation is in my own words. You will need the data package for VX futures for the default version to work.
INPUTS
-Apply Smoothing: choose to apply smoothing or not.
-Smoothing Method: choose between SMA,EMA,WMA, etc.
-Line Width: Width of line if line is chosen style(can be changed in style section)
-Threshold 1-5: This is the level at which the line will change colors(defaults are for VX)
-Color 1-5: The color the line will change to when crossing threshold.
Towards Backwardation: Background color change when line is slanted down
Towards Contango: Background color change when line is slanted up
Bars to Confirm Trend: This is my method to cut down on background color changes. It is how many bars consecutive going back needed to change color.
STYLE
-All colors and whatnot can be changed here(threshold colors can be changed here or on the input page).
T1 Line-T5 line: These are simple horizontal lines that can be used to denote threshold areas or whatever you want.
Contango/Backwardation-These terms are used mostly with futures to define the calendar spread between two contracts. Contango is when that spread is is getting longer and backwardation is when that spread is closing. In terms of VIX futures, Contango would imply that volatility is stabilizing and the S and P will likely gain. Backwardation, woudl eb the opposite.
The most simple way to read this indicator with default settings- If the line is up, red, and the background is red, then you can assume S and P prices are going down. And if the opposite is true, then prices are likely going up.
Please feel free to ask any questions and I will do my best to answer them.
Order-Flow Proxy (VWAP Deviation Zones)Order-Flow Proxy (VWAP Deviation Zones) helps traders visualize when market price moves unusually far away from its Volume-Weighted Average Price (VWAP) — a key fair-value level used by institutional participants.
When price stretches too far above or below VWAP, it often signals temporary imbalance between buying and selling pressure.
This tool highlights those moments using simple color zones and an optional statistical Z-Score filter for deeper precision.
In short: it’s a clean, minimal mean-reversion indicator showing when price is statistically “too far” from fair value.
Red zone → Price extended above VWAP → possible buyer exhaustion or short setup.
Green zone → Price extended below VWAP → possible seller exhaustion or long setup.
VWAP line → Acts as a dynamic fair-value anchor.
Concept:
VWAP combines both price and traded volume to define where most transactions occurred.
Deviations from it — measured either by a fixed distance (1%) or by Z-Score — can reveal overvaluation or undervaluation zones used by professional traders for contrarian setups.
How to use:
Apply the indicator to any intraday chart (1m–1h recommended).
Watch for background color shifts — red or green.
Optionally enable the Z-Score filter to focus only on statistically extreme deviations.
Combine with volume spikes, liquidity sweeps, or your own order-flow tools for confirmation.
Tip:
Best used as a visual overlay for detecting stretched markets and potential reversals.
ATR Daily (Classic vs Robust, NY-Fix, Spike Control)📘 What this indicator does
This tool provides an advanced view of daily market volatility by comparing two versions of the Average True Range (ATR):
• Classic ATR — standard Wilder smoothing
• Robust ATR — uses median-based filtering and spike-control logic to reduce distortion from abnormal candles
Both values are calculated using daily data aligned to the New York trading session, so volatility resets at the same moment each institutional trading day begins. This keeps readings consistent across crypto, forex and stocks, even on intraday charts.
⚙️ How it works (in simple terms)
The script evaluates each True Range (TR) value relative to a median-based threshold:
• Abnormally large ranges are either clamped to a limit or excluded from updating ATR
• A hard cap prevents single spikes from inflating the entire indicator
• The result is a smoother and more realistic representation of daily volatility
This allows ATR to reflect typical market behaviour instead of rare one-off events.
📊 What appears on the chart
• Two daily ATR lines (Classic and Robust)
• Histogram showing the percentage of daily range already completed
• Red bars when price exceeds 100% of daily ATR
• A data table with volatility metrics
• Background highlights on days with extreme values
💡 How traders can use it
• Identify when a market has already completed most of its typical daily move
• Compare Classic vs Robust ATR to spot news-driven distortion
• Use Robust ATR for more stable stop-loss and take-profit logic
• Track volatility expansion or contraction across sessions
⚙️ Key settings
Setting Purpose
ATR period Standard smoothing length (default 14)
Robust mode Clamp, Freeze or Off
MAD multiplier Sensitivity to outliers
Cap × median(TR) Maximum allowed spike size
Base for passed ATR Which ATR is used to measure daily %
Freeze weekends Keeps ATR unchanged on Sat/Sun
🧩 Unique concept
Unlike typical ATR indicators, this one combines robust statistics (median + MAD) with session-based fixation. ATR values update only once per New York session, creating stable volatility measurements that match institutional timing.
🔒 Source code
The script is published with protected source code to preserve its statistical structure and prevent unauthorized modification.
🧭 Summary
ATR Daily (Classic vs Robust, NY-Fix) provides a clearer and more reliable view of daily volatility.
It helps determine whether the market is still in the early phase of its daily range or already exhausted.
Average Candle Body (24h Rolling)This indicator calculates the average size of candle bodies (|Close – Open|) over the last 24 hours, regardless of your current chart timeframe.
Unlike ATR or ADR, which measure total range (High – Low) or day-to-day volatility, this tool focuses purely on the real body size of candles — a more accurate representation of in-session price momentum and liquidity activity.
🔍 How it works
The script automatically determines how many candles represent the last 24 hours based on your current timeframe (e.g. 288 candles on a 5-minute chart).
It then computes a Simple Moving Average (SMA) of the absolute candle body size across that rolling 24-hour window.
Optionally, the script also plots the current candle body size as a grey histogram for quick comparison.
⚙️ Use cases
Gauge intraday volatility based on average body movement rather than wicks.
Build dynamic stop-loss models (e.g., Stop = 1.2 × AverageBodySize).
Detect periods of compression or expansion in price action.
Filter or confirm setups (e.g., only trade when candle bodies exceed their 24 h average).
📈 Displayed elements
Orange line: average candle body size (rolling 24 hours)
Grey histogram: current candle body size for each bar
Works automatically across all timeframes and assets (crypto, forex, indices, etc.)
💡 Pro tip
This indicator pairs exceptionally well with:
EMA-based momentum systems (e.g. EMA 8/21 crosses)
Session-based reversal or sweep strategies (Asia-London transitions)
VWAP or liquidity-based frameworks where candle compression matters
📘 How to Interpret
When the orange line (24h average candle body) is rising, it indicates that average body sizes are expanding — signaling increasing intraday momentum and participation. This often aligns with periods of higher volatility, stronger trends, or major session opens (London/New York).
When the orange line is falling, it shows contracting body sizes, meaning the market is entering consolidation, reduced volatility, or indecision. Such periods often precede major breakouts or reversals.
Use this reading to:
Avoid false breakouts during low-body periods.
Tighten or widen stops based on real-time market compression or expansion.
Confirm reversals: a shrinking average body after a strong impulse can signal momentum exhaustion.
Momentum Squeeze Candle [Darwinian]# Momentum Squeeze Candle
Professional squeeze detection indicator with Wyckoff accumulation/distribution analysis and multi-method momentum signals.
## Overview
Identifies volatility compression (squeeze) periods and provides intelligent momentum direction signals based on institutional accumulation/distribution patterns.
## Features
6 Squeeze Detection Methods:
• BB + KC (Classic) - John Carter's TTM Squeeze
• ATR Ratio - Volatility compression detection
• Choppiness Index - Ranging vs trending analysis
• BB Width - Bollinger Band contraction
• Volume Contraction - Drying volume detection
• Hybrid Multi-Method - Ensemble approach (3+ methods must agree)
Smart Momentum Direction:
• Priority 1: Wyckoff signals (ATR compression + volume analysis)
• Priority 2: RSI momentum (55/45 thresholds)
• Priority 3: Hybrid slope + momentum confirmation
Visual Indicators:
• Blue candle coloring during squeeze
• Green circles = Bullish momentum (accumulation detected)
• Red circles = Bearish momentum (distribution detected)
• Optional BB/KC band overlay
## How It Works
Wyckoff Accumulation (Bullish):
ATR compressing + volume drying + price holding above MA = Smart money accumulating
→ Green circle signals
Wyckoff Distribution (Bearish):
ATR expanding + volume surging + price failing below MA = Smart money distributing
→ Red circle signals
## Recommended Settings
Swing Trading (Daily/4H):
Method: BB + KC or Hybrid | Sensitivity: 1.2-1.5
Day Trading (15m-1H):
Method: ATR Ratio or BB Width | Sensitivity: 0.8-1.0
Scalping (1m-5m):
Method: Volume Contraction | Sensitivity: 0.7-0.9
High Probability:
Method: Hybrid Multi-Method | Min Score: 4/5 | Sensitivity: 1.5
## Key Advantages
✓ Multiple squeeze detection algorithms for different market conditions
✓ Wyckoff methodology for institutional activity detection
✓ Priority-based momentum system reduces false signals
✓ Clean, optimized code (70% faster than typical indicators)
✓ Fully customizable sensitivity and visual settings
## Usage
1. Choose squeeze detection method based on your trading style
2. Watch for blue candles (squeeze active)
3. Monitor momentum signals:
- Green circles below bars = Accumulation phase (bullish)
- Red circles below bars = Distribution phase (bearish)
4. Trade the breakout in the direction of momentum signals
## Notes
• All inputs hidden from status line by default for clean charts
• Works on all timeframes and asset classes
• Combine with your trading strategy for confirmation
• Best results when multiple priority signals align
Perfect for traders looking to identify consolidation periods and predict breakout direction using institutional accumulation/distribution patterns.
FVG ATRFVG ATR — Fair Value Gap Size Measured in ATR Units
This Pine Script v6 indicator detects Fair Value Gaps and displays their size as a ratio of the Average True Range, providing traders with a normalized measurement of gap significance across different market conditions and timeframes.
Key Features
Automatic FVG Detection
The indicator identifies bullish and bearish Fair Value Gaps using the standard three-candle pattern. Bullish FVGs occur when the current low exceeds the high from two bars ago, while bearish FVGs occur when the current high falls below the low from two bars ago.
ATR Ratio Calculation
Each detected FVG is measured against the current Average True Range at the moment of detection. The ratio is displayed as a compact label next to the gap, showing values like "ATR: 0.75" or "ATR: 1.41". This normalization allows comparison of gap significance across volatile and calm market periods.
Minimal Visual Footprint
Labels are displayed directly on the chart without boxes or lines, using customizable text sizes from tiny to large. The default tiny size ensures the chart remains uncluttered while providing essential information at a glance.
Highly Customizable Display
All visual aspects are configurable through input parameters, including label position (top, middle, or bottom of gap), text size, text color, optional background, and horizontal offset from the detection candle.
Customizable Parameters
Detection Settings
Detect Bullish FVG: Enable or disable detection of bullish gaps. Default is enabled.
Detect Bearish FVG: Enable or disable detection of bearish gaps. Default is enabled.
Min Size (pips): Filter out small gaps below the specified threshold. One pip equals 10 ticks for most Forex pairs. Default is 10 pips.
ATR Calculation
ATR Period: Period length for Average True Range calculation. Default is 14, adjustable to match your trading strategy.
Label Settings
Label Position: Vertical placement of the text label relative to the FVG zone. Options are Top, Middle, or Bottom. Default is Middle.
Label Size: Text size from Tiny (smallest), Small, Normal, to Large. Default is Tiny for minimal chart clutter.
Text Color: Custom color for label text. Default is white for visibility on dark themes.
Show Background: Toggle to display labels with a colored background box or as transparent text only. Default is disabled for cleaner appearance.
Background Color: Custom color for label background when enabled. Default is semi-transparent gray.
Label Offset (bars): Horizontal distance in bars between the detection candle and the label. Set to 0 for labels directly on the candle, or increase for separation. Default is 0.
Recommended Use Cases
Multi-Timeframe Analysis
Compare FVG significance across different timeframes by observing ATR ratios. A 1.5 ATR gap on the 1-hour chart may indicate different significance than the same ratio on the daily chart.
Volatility-Adjusted Trading
Use ATR ratios to filter for only the most significant gaps. For example, only trade FVGs with ratios above 1.0 to focus on gaps larger than typical price movement.
Risk Management
Size positions based on gap magnitude relative to current volatility. Larger ATR ratios may warrant tighter stops or smaller position sizes.
Market Efficiency Analysis
Track how quickly and completely different-sized gaps get filled. Gaps with higher ATR ratios may take longer to fill or act as stronger support and resistance zones.
Technical Details
This indicator is written in Pine Script v6 and follows all recommended coding standards including strict 4-space indentation, lazy boolean evaluation, and proper type declarations. The script uses array-based storage to maintain up to 500 labels simultaneously.
The ATR ratio is calculated at the moment of FVG detection and remains fixed, never repainting. The calculation divides the FVG height (distance between gap boundaries) by the current ATR value using the specified period. Division by zero is protected with conditional logic.
Label positioning uses the xloc.bar_index and yloc.price system for precise placement. The horizontal offset parameter allows traders to adjust label spacing based on chart zoom level and personal preference. Text formatting uses str.tostring with two decimal places for clear ratio display.
Important Notes
The indicator never repaints as all FVG detections and ATR calculations are fixed upon bar confirmation. Labels persist on the chart until the maximum label count is reached, at which point the oldest labels are automatically removed by TradingView.
For optimal performance on charts with many FVGs, consider increasing the minimum pip size filter or using smaller label sizes. The tiny size option provides the smallest possible text for maximum chart clarity.
Installation and Usage
Copy the source code into the TradingView Pine Editor and add the indicator to your chart. The overlay parameter is set to true, allowing labels to display directly on price candles. Configure all parameters through the indicator settings panel to match your trading style and visual preferences.
100% Pine Script v6 indicator — No repaint — Open source
McMillan Volatility Bands (MVB) – with Entry Logic// McMillan Volatility Bands (MVB) with signal + entry logic
// Author: ChatGPT for OneRyanAlexander
// Notes:
// - Bands are computed using percentage volatility (log returns), per the Black‑Scholes framing.
// - Inner band (default 3σ) and outer band (default 4σ) are configurable.
// - A setup occurs when price closes outside the outer band, then closes back within the inner band.
// The bar that re‑enters is the "signal bar." We then require price to trade beyond the signal bar's
// extreme by a user‑defined cushion (default 0.34 * signal bar range) to confirm entry.
// - Includes alertconditions for both setups and confirmed entries.
RSI ExtremesRSI Extremes — Educational Indicator (Pine v5)
Per-Tick Dual-RSI Extremes · Real-Time Visualization · Cooldown Logic
Overview
RSI Extremes is a real-time educational indicator built to show where the Relative Strength Index (RSI) reaches its most extreme levels during every tick of live price action.
Instead of using only the candle close, it continuously tracks both RSI(low) and RSI(high) to reveal how deeply each bar stretches into demand or supply extremes.
This tool is meant solely for study and visualization, helping you understand how RSI behaves intrabar when price wicks expand. It produces no signals, no alerts, and no trade suggestions — it’s a microscope for momentum pressure.
Core Idea
Standard RSI hides a lot of the wick-based stress in price because it calculates from close values only.
RSI Extremes solves this by splitting the measurement into two perspectives:
RSI of LOW (green) → shows how far momentum falls into potential demand exhaustion.
RSI of HIGH (red) → shows how far momentum extends into potential supply exhaustion.
Seeing both together exposes the full oscillation envelope — what RSI looks like between candle opens and closes, not just after the fact.
What Gets Plotted
RSI (Low) — green line representing intrabar downside pressure.
RSI (High) — red line representing intrabar upside pressure.
RSI Ghost (Smoothed) — gray line for soft context only.
Bands: 30 / 50 / 70 visual guides with a shaded 30–70 region.
Markers:
Enter marker when RSI(low) ≤ levelEnter (default 15).
Exit marker when RSI(high) ≥ levelExit (default 85).
Markers appear in real time as soon as a touch occurs and are locked per bar to avoid duplicates.
Inputs & Educational Purpose
Input Description Learning Focus
Source (for ghost smoother) Data used for the ghost RSI. Observe RSI smoothing lag.
RSI Length Period for both RSI(high) and RSI(low). Shorter = faster reaction; longer = smoother.
RSI-based MA Length (ghost) Smoothing for the ghost line. Compare sharp vs smoothed RSI rhythm.
levelEnter (touch or below) Default 15. Study how deep RSI(low) falls during market stress.
levelExit (touch or above) Default 85. Study how high RSI(high) rises during momentum bursts.
Rest period (bars) Cooldown after any event. Encourages post-event observation and prevents overlap.
Real-Time Behavior
Evaluates conditions per tick, not only at bar close.
Uses both real-time detection and bar-close backup for reliability.
Employs per-bar locks to prevent duplicate markers.
Integrates a cooldown so new markers only appear after the rest period.
The result is a clean, stable display of RSI stress points in live price motion — no flicker, no repaint.
How to Study with RSI Extremes
Watch how Enter markers form during sharp sell wicks — these highlight where intrabar RSI(low) dives into extreme territory.
Watch how Exit markers appear during aggressive tops — these show when RSI(high) surges beyond its upper boundary.
Compare both lines to the gray ghost: if the ghost is rising while Enter markers print, you’re seeing a temporary overshoot within strengthening momentum; if it’s falling while Exit markers print, you’re seeing supply exhaustion in weakening momentum.
Use cooldown spacing to examine how long markets take to recover or consolidate after an extreme tick.
Educational Value
Learn how RSI behaves inside a candle rather than only at its close.
Visualize how volatility affects the amplitude of RSI swings.
Understand that extremes don’t mean reversal — they measure intensity, not direction.
Build intuition for momentum saturation and liquidity hunts.
This indicator turns RSI into a real-time stress monitor rather than a delayed oscillator.
Category & Tags
Category: Indicator → Momentum (or Indicator → Educational / Research)
Tags: indicator, rsi, momentum, extremes, enter-exit, levelenter, levelexit, realtime, educational, research, visualization, pine-v5
Disclaimer
This indicator is intended exclusively for educational and research purposes.
It does not issue trade signals or financial advice.
All market activity carries risk; use this tool to learn, not to predict or execute trades.
Squeeze Go Momentum Pro [KingThies] █ OVERVIEW
The Squeeze Momentum Pro indicator identifies volatility compression phases and breakout opportunities by comparing Bollinger Bands to Keltner Channels. When price consolidates (squeeze), the bands contract inside the channels, signaling an imminent breakout. The momentum histogram shows directional bias, helping traders anticipate which way price will move when the squeeze releases.
This indicator displays in a separate panel below the price chart, providing clear visual signals without cluttering price action.
█ KEY FEATURES
Momentum Histogram
The histogram is the primary visual element, displaying momentum strength and direction with four distinct color states:
• Dark Green (#00C853) — Strong bullish momentum that is increasing. This signals strengthening upward pressure and potential continuation.
• Light Green (#26A69A) — Bullish momentum that is decreasing. Price remains in bullish territory but upward force is weakening.
• Dark Red (#D32F2F) — Strong bearish momentum that is increasing. This signals strengthening downward pressure and potential continuation.
• Light Red (#EF5350) — Bearish momentum that is decreasing. Price remains in bearish territory but downward force is weakening.
The color intensity provides immediate feedback on momentum strength and trend health.
Squeeze State Indicator
Colored dots on the zero line communicate the current volatility state:
• Orange Dots — Squeeze is ON. Bollinger Bands have contracted inside Keltner Channels, indicating consolidation and low volatility.
A breakout is building and traders should prepare for directional movement.
• Green Dots — Squeeze is OFF. Bollinger Bands have expanded outside Keltner Channels, indicating active momentum and higher volatility.
Price is moving with conviction in the current direction.
• Gray Dots — Neutral state. The bands are transitioning between squeeze states.
Release Triangles
Triangle shapes mark the exact bar when a squeeze releases, providing precise entry timing:
• Green Triangle Up — Bullish squeeze release. The squeeze has ended with positive momentum, suggesting a long setup opportunity.
• Red Triangle Down — Bearish squeeze release. The squeeze has ended with negative momentum, suggesting a short setup opportunity.
Information Panel
A compact dashboard in the top-right corner displays real-time trading intelligence:
• Squeeze Status — Current state: ON, OFF, or NEUTRAL with color coding
• Momentum Direction — Current bias: BULL or BEAR
• Momentum Value — Precise numerical reading of momentum strength
• Trading Signal — Actionable status: LONG SETUP, SHORT SETUP, WAIT, or MONITOR
Configurable Parameters
All calculation inputs are adjustable to match your trading style and timeframe:
• BB Length — Bollinger Bands period (default: 20)
• BB StdDev — Bollinger Bands standard deviation multiplier (default: 2.0)
• KC Length — Keltner Channels period (default: 20)
• KC ATR Multiplier — Keltner Channels range multiplier (default: 1.5)
• Momentum Length — Linear regression period for momentum calculation (default: 20)
Alert System
Four alert conditions notify you of critical trading opportunities:
• Bullish Squeeze Release — Squeeze has released with bullish momentum, indicating a potential long entry
• Bearish Squeeze Release — Squeeze has released with bearish momentum, indicating a potential short entry
• Squeeze Started — Volatility compression detected, prepare for upcoming breakout
• Squeeze Ended — Volatility expansion confirmed, breakout is active
█ TRADING METHODOLOGY
The indicator follows a clear four-step process for identifying and trading squeeze breakouts:
1 - Wait for Orange Dots . When orange dots appear on the zero line, a squeeze is building. This indicates price consolidation and declining volatility.
Do not enter trades during this phase. Instead, prepare by identifying key support and resistance levels and potential breakout directions.
2 - Watch for Release Triangle . When a triangle appears, the squeeze has released and a breakout is beginning. This is your entry signal.
The triangle color (green up or red down) combined with the histogram direction indicates the breakout direction.
3 - Confirm with Histogram Direction . Check the momentum histogram for directional confirmation:
• Green histogram + green triangle up = Go long. Bullish momentum supports upward breakout.
• Red histogram + red triangle down = Go short. Bearish momentum supports downward breakout.
4 - Monitor Momentum Intensity . Stay in the trade while histogram bars maintain their dark, intense color.
When colors lighten (dark green to light green, or dark red to light red), momentum is weakening and you should consider taking profits or tightening stops.
█ INTERPRETATION GUIDE
Squeeze Detection Logic
A squeeze occurs when Bollinger Bands contract inside Keltner Channels. This happens when:
• Standard deviation of price decreases (BB narrows)
• Price consolidates within a tight range
• Volatility compresses to unsustainable levels
The orange dots signal this condition, warning traders that explosive movement is imminent.
Squeeze Release Logic
A squeeze releases when Bollinger Bands expand outside Keltner Channels. This happens when:
• Price volatility increases sharply
• Price breaks out of consolidation
• Volume typically expands (check volume separately)
The green dots and release triangles signal this condition, indicating the direction and timing of the breakout.
Momentum Reading
The histogram uses linear regression to calculate momentum relative to the midpoint of the recent range:
• Above Zero : Price is trading above the range midpoint with bullish pressure
• Below Zero : Price is trading below the range midpoint with bearish pressure
• Increasing Bars : Momentum is strengthening in the current direction (darker color)
• Decreasing Bars : Momentum is weakening in the current direction (lighter color)
█ BEST PRACTICES
• Timeframe Selection — The indicator works on all timeframes but performs best on 15-minute to daily charts.
Lower timeframes may produce more false signals due to noise.
• Confluence Trading — Combine squeeze releases with support/resistance levels, trend lines, or other indicators for higher probability setups.
• Volume Confirmation — Check that squeeze releases occur with increasing volume. Low volume breakouts are more likely to fail.
• Multiple Timeframe Analysis — Check higher timeframes for overall trend direction. Trade squeeze releases that align with the larger trend.
• Parameter Adjustment — Increase BB and KC lengths for smoother signals on higher timeframes. Decrease for more sensitive signals on lower timeframes.
█ LIMITATIONS
• The indicator does not predict breakout direction before the squeeze releases. The momentum histogram provides bias but is not definitive until the breakout occurs.
• False breakouts can occur, particularly in choppy or low-volume market conditions. Always use proper risk management and stop losses.
• The indicator works best in trending markets. In deeply ranging markets with no clear direction, squeeze signals may be less reliable.
• Momentum calculations use linear regression which can lag during extremely fast price movements. Confirm signals with price action.
█ NOTES
This implementation uses linear regression for momentum calculation rather than simple moving averages, providing more responsive and accurate directional signals. The four-color histogram system gives traders nuanced feedback on momentum strength that binary color schemes cannot provide.
The indicator automatically adjusts to any symbol and timeframe without modification, making it suitable for stocks, forex, crypto, and futures markets.
█ CREDITS
Squeeze methodology inspired by John Carter's TTM Squeeze indicator. Momentum calculation and visual design optimized for modern trading workflows.
SuperTrend Dual RMAOverview
The SuperTrend Dual RMA is a hybrid volatility-based trend-following system that merges two Relative Moving Averages (RMAs) with an Average True Range (ATR)–anchored SuperTrend framework. The primary purpose of this indicator is to offer a smoother and more reliable depiction of directional bias while maintaining sensitivity to price volatility and market volume.
Traditional SuperTrend implementations typically rely on a single moving average and a fixed volatility envelope. This dual RMA structure introduces an adaptive central tendency line that reacts proportionally to both price and volume, allowing for more nuanced identification of trend reversals and continuation patterns.
**Core Concept**
The indicator is built around two key principles — smoothing and volatility adaptation.
1. **Smoothing:** The use of two separate RMAs with configurable lengths creates a dynamic equilibrium between short-term responsiveness and long-term stability. The first RMA captures near-term directional shifts, while the second provides broader market context. The average of both becomes the foundation of the SuperTrend bands.
2. **Volatility Adaptation:** The ATR multiplier and period define the distance between upper and lower bands relative to recent volatility. This ensures that the SuperTrend line remains flexible across varying market conditions — expanding during high volatility and contracting during calm phases.
**Calculation Steps**
* The indicator first computes two volume-weighted RMAs based on the typical price (`hlc3`) multiplied by trading volume.
* Each RMA is normalized by the smoothed volume to maintain proportional weighting.
* These two RMAs are averaged to produce a “basis line” that reflects the current market consensus price.
* The ATR is calculated over a user-defined period, then multiplied by a volatility factor (ATR multiplier).
* The resulting ATR value defines dynamic upper and lower thresholds around the basis line.
* Trend direction is determined by price closing behavior relative to these thresholds:
* When the closing price exceeds the upper band, the trend is considered bullish.
* When it drops below the lower band, the trend turns bearish.
* If price remains within the bands, the prior trend direction is maintained for consistency.
**Visual Structure**
The SuperTrend Dual RMA provides multiple layers of visual feedback for enhanced interpretation:
* Two distinct RMA lines (short and long) are plotted with complementary colors for contrast and clarity.
* A soft fill between the RMA lines highlights the interaction between short- and medium-term momentum.
* The ATR-based SuperTrend bands are drawn above and below the basis, with adaptive coloring that corresponds to the prevailing trend direction.
* Bar colors automatically adjust to reflect bullish or bearish bias, making it easy to identify trend shifts without relying solely on crossovers.
* Optional triangle markers appear below or above bars to signal potential buy or sell opportunities based on crossover logic.
**Signals and Alerts**
The indicator provides real-time crossover detection:
* **Buy Signal:** Triggered when the closing price moves above the SuperTrend line, confirming potential bullish continuation or reversal.
* **Sell Signal:** Triggered when the closing price drops below the SuperTrend line, indicating possible bearish momentum or reversal.
Both conditions have built-in `alertcondition()` functions, allowing users to set automated alerts for trading or monitoring purposes. This enables integration with TradingView’s alert system for push notifications, emails, or webhook connections.
**Usage Guidelines**
* **Trend Identification:** Use the color-coded trend line and bar color as a visual guide to the current directional bias.
* **Entry and Exit Timing:** Consider entering trades when a new crossover alert appears, preferably in the direction of the overall higher-timeframe trend.
* **Parameter Tuning:** Adjust the RMA lengths and ATR parameters based on asset volatility. Shorter RMA and ATR settings provide faster reactions, suitable for intraday or high-frequency trading, while longer configurations better fit swing or position strategies.
* **Risk Management:** Because the SuperTrend inherently acts as a dynamic stop level, traders can use the opposite band or SuperTrend line as a trailing stop or exit signal.
**Practical Applications**
* Trend confirmation in multi-timeframe strategies.
* Adaptive trailing stop placement using the lower or upper band.
* Visual comparison of volume-weighted price movement against volatility envelopes.
* Integration into algorithmic trading systems as a signal filter or trend bias component.
* Identification of overextended conditions when price significantly diverges from the SuperTrend basis.
**Originality and Advantages**
The SuperTrend Dual RMA differentiates itself from conventional SuperTrend scripts through three innovative design choices:
1. **Dual Volume-Weighted RMAs:** By incorporating two RMAs weighted by trading volume, the indicator accounts for liquidity dynamics, producing smoother and more reliable averages compared to price-only calculations.
2. **Anchored SuperTrend Framework:** The SuperTrend bands are not derived from a fixed source (such as a single close or median price) but from a blended RMA basis, making them more adaptable to varying market behaviors.
3. **Integrated Multi-Layer Visualization:** The inclusion of filled regions between RMAs, dynamic band coloring, and bar tinting enhances readability and analytical depth without overwhelming the chart.
These improvements collectively create a more balanced and data-rich representation of market structure, offering a higher degree of analytical precision. It’s suitable for traders seeking both discretionary and systematic use, as the indicator’s logic is transparent and compatible with alert-based or automated workflows.
**Summary**
The SuperTrend Dual RMA is a refined evolution of the classic SuperTrend, optimized for traders who value smoother directional tracking and more intelligent volatility adaptation. It blends two time-sensitive, volume-aware moving averages with an ATR-derived volatility system to deliver reliable, actionable trend information. Its visual design, adaptive responsiveness, and integrated alert functionality make it a complete solution for identifying and managing trends across multiple asset classes and timeframes.
VWAP Trend
**Overview**
The VWAP Trend indicator is a volume-weighted price analysis tool that visualizes the relationship between price and the anchored Volume Weighted Average Price (VWAP) over different timeframes. This script is designed to reveal when the market is trending above or below its volume-weighted equilibrium point, providing a clear framework for identifying directional bias, trend strength, and potential reversals.
By combining an anchored VWAP with exponential smoothing and a secondary trend EMA, the indicator helps traders distinguish between short-term price fluctuations and genuine volume-supported directional moves.
**Core Concept**
VWAP (Volume Weighted Average Price) represents the average price of an asset weighted by traded volume. It reflects where the majority of trading activity has taken place within a chosen period, serving as a critical reference level for institutions and professional traders.
This indicator extends the traditional VWAP concept by:
1. Allowing users to **anchor VWAP to different timeframes** (Daily, Weekly, or Monthly).
2. Applying **smoothing** to create a stable reference curve less prone to noise.
3. Overlaying a **trend EMA** to identify whether current price momentum aligns with or diverges from VWAP equilibrium.
The combination of these elements produces a visual representation of price’s relationship to its fair value across time, helping to identify accumulation and distribution phases.
**Calculation Methodology**
1. **Anchored VWAP Calculation:**
The script resets cumulative volume and cumulative volume–price data at the start of each new VWAP session (based on the selected anchor timeframe). It continuously accumulates the product of price and volume, dividing this by total volume to compute the current VWAP value.
2. **Smoothing Process:**
The raw VWAP line is smoothed using an Exponential Moving Average (EMA) of user-defined length, producing a cleaner, more stable trend curve that minimizes intraperiod noise.
3. **Trend Determination:**
An additional EMA is calculated on the closing price. By comparing the position of this EMA to the smoothed VWAP, the indicator determines the prevailing market bias:
* When the trend EMA is above the smoothed VWAP, the market is considered to be in an **uptrend**.
* When the trend EMA is below the smoothed VWAP, the market is classified as a **downtrend**.
**Visual Structure**
The indicator uses color dynamics and chart overlays to make interpretation intuitive:
* **Smoothed VWAP Line:** The main trend reference, colored blue during bullish conditions and orange during bearish conditions.
* **Price Fill Region:** The area between the smoothed VWAP and price is filled with a translucent color matching the current trend, visually representing whether price is trading above or below equilibrium.
* **Trend EMA (implicit):** Although not separately plotted, it drives the color state of the VWAP, ensuring seamless visual transitions between bullish and bearish conditions.
**Inputs and Parameters**
* **VWAP Timeframe:** Choose between Daily, Weekly, or Monthly anchoring. This determines the reset frequency for cumulative volume and price data.
* **VWAP Smoothing Length:** Defines how many periods are used to smooth the VWAP line. Shorter values produce a more reactive line; longer values create smoother, steadier signals.
* **Trend EMA Length:** Sets the period for the trend detection EMA applied to price. Adjust this to calibrate how quickly the indicator reacts to directional changes.
**Interpretation and Use Cases**
* **Trend Confirmation:** When price and the trend EMA both remain above the smoothed VWAP, the market is showing strong bullish control. Conversely, consistent price action below the VWAP suggests sustained bearish sentiment.
* **Fair Value Assessment:** VWAP serves as a dynamic equilibrium level. Price repeatedly reverting to this line indicates consolidation or fair value zones, while strong directional moves away from VWAP highlight momentum phases.
* **Institutional Benchmarking:** Because large market participants often benchmark entries and exits relative to VWAP, this indicator helps align retail analysis with institutional logic.
* **Reversal Detection:** Sudden crossovers of the trend EMA relative to the VWAP can signal potential reversals or shifts in momentum strength.
**Trading Applications**
* **Trend Following:** Use VWAP’s direction and color state to determine trade bias. Long entries are favored when the VWAP turns blue, while short entries align with orange phases.
* **Mean Reversion:** In ranging conditions, traders may look for price deviations far above or below VWAP as potential reversion opportunities.
* **Multi-Timeframe Confluence:** Combine the Daily VWAP Trend with higher anchor periods (e.g., Weekly or Monthly) to confirm larger trend structure.
* **Support and Resistance Mapping:** VWAP often acts as a strong intraday or session-level support/resistance zone. The smoothed version refines this behavior into a cleaner, more reliable reference.
**Originality and Innovation**
The VWAP Trend indicator stands apart from conventional VWAP scripts through several original features:
1. **Anchor Flexibility:** Most VWAP indicators fix the anchor to a specific session (like daily). This version allows switching between Daily, Weekly, and Monthly anchors dynamically, adapting to various trading styles and time horizons.
2. **Volume-Weighted Smoothing:** The use of an EMA smoothing layer over the raw VWAP provides enhanced stability without compromising responsiveness, delivering a more analytically consistent signal.
3. **EMA-Based Trend Comparison:** By introducing a second trend EMA, the indicator creates a comparative framework that merges volume-weighted price analysis with classical momentum tracking — a rare and powerful combination.
4. **Adaptive Visual System:** The color-shifting and shaded fill between VWAP and price are integrated into a single, lightweight structure, giving traders immediate insight into market bias without the clutter of multiple overlapping indicators.
**Advantages**
* Adaptable to any market, timeframe, or trading style.
* Provides both equilibrium (VWAP) and momentum (EMA) perspectives.
* Smooths out noise while retaining the integrity of volume-based price dynamics.
* Enhances situational awareness through intuitive color-coded visualization.
* Ideal for professional, swing, and intraday traders seeking context-driven market direction.
**Summary**
The VWAP Trend indicator is a modern enhancement of the classical VWAP methodology. By merging anchored volume-weighted analysis with smoothed trend detection and visual state feedback, it provides a comprehensive perspective on market equilibrium and directional strength. It is built for traders who seek more than static price references — offering an adaptive, volume-aware framework for identifying market trends, reversals, and fair-value zones with precision and clarity.
kapanış yüzdeleri Closing percentage indicator was created to trade with closing percentage, you can increase the historical data by changing the input
Adaptive CE-VWAP Breakout Framework [KedArc Quant]Description
A structured framework that unites three complementary systems into one charting engine:
Chandelier Exit (CE) – ATR-based trailing logic that defines trend direction, stop placement, and risk/reward overlays.
Swing-Anchored VWAP (SWAV) – a dynamically anchored VWAP that re-starts from each confirmed swing and adapts its smoothness to volatility.
Pivot S/R with Volume Breaks – confirmed horizontal levels with alerts when broken on expanding volume.
This script builds a single workflow for bias → trigger → managementwithout mixing unrelated indicators. Each module is internally linked rather than layered cosmetically, making it a true analytical framework—not.
Acknowledgment
Special thanks to Dynamic Swing Anchored VWAP by Zeiierman, whose swing-anchoring concept inspired a part of the SWAV module’s implementation and adaptation logic.
Support and Resistance Levels with Breaks by LuxAlgo for S/R breakout logic.
How this helps traders
Trend clarity – CE color-codes direction and provides evolving stops.
Context value – SWAV traces adaptive mean paths so traders see where price is heavy or light.
Action filter – Pivot+volume logic highlights true structural breaks, filtering false moves.
Discipline tool – Optional R:R boxes visualize risk and target zones to enforce planning.
Entry / Exit guidelines (for study purposes only)
Bias Use CE direction: green = long bias red = short bias
Entry
1. Breakout method– Trade in CE direction when a pivot level breaks on valid volume.
2. VWAP confirmation– Prefer breaks occurring around the nearest SWAV path (fair-value cross or re-test).
Exit
Stop = CE line / recent swing HL / ATR × (multiplier)
Target = R-multiple × risk (default 2 R)
Optional live update keeps SL/TP aligned with current CE state.
Core formula concepts
ATR Stop: Stop = High/Low – ATR × multiplier
VWAP calc: Σ(price × vol) / Σ(vol) anchored at swing pivot, adapted by APT (Adaptive Price Tracking) ratio ∝ ATR volatility.
Volume oscillator: 100 × (EMA₅ – EMA₁₀)/EMA₁₀; valid break when threshold %.
Input configuration (high-level)
Master Controls
Show CE / SWAV modules Theme & Fill opacity
CE Section
ATR period & multiplier Use Close for extremums
Show buy/sell labels Await bar confirmation
Risk-Reward overlay: R-multiple, Stop basis (CE/Swing/ATR×), Live update toggle
SWAV Section
Swing period Adaptive Price Tracking length Volatility bias (ATR-based adaptation) Line width
Pivot & Volume Breaks
Left/Right bar windows Volume threshold % Show Break labels and alerts
Best timeframes
Intraday: 5 m – 30 m for breakout confirmation
Swing: 1 h – 4 h for trend context
Settings scale with instrument volatility—adjust ATR period and volume threshold to match liquidity.
Glossary
ATR: Average True Range (volatility metric)
CE: Chandelier Exit (trailing stop/trend filter)
SWAV: Swing-Anchored VWAP (anchored mean price path)
Pivot H/L: Confirmed local extrema using left/right bar windows
R-multiple: Profit target as a multiple of initial risk
FAQ
Q: Does it repaint? A: No—pivots wait for confirmation and VWAP updates forward-only.
Q: Can modules be disabled? A: Yes—each section has its own toggle.
Q: Can it trade automatically? A: This is an indicator/study, not an auto-strategy.
Q: Is this financial advice? A: No—educational use only.
Disclaimer
This script is for educational and analytical purposes only.
It is not financial advice. Trading involves risk of loss. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always apply sound risk management.
ROC & Momentum FusionROC & Momentum Fusion
(by HabibiTrades ©)
Purpose:
“ROC & Momentum Fusion” combines the Rate of Change (ROC) with a MACD-style signal engine to identify early momentum reversals, confirmed trend shifts, and low-volatility choppy zones.
It’s built for traders who want early momentum detection with the clarity of trend persistence — adaptable to any instrument and timeframe.
⚙️ How It Works
Rate of Change (ROC):
Measures the percentage speed of price change over time, showing the raw momentum strength.
Signal Line (EMA):
A short EMA of the ROC — responds faster to new directional shifts, similar to a MACD signal line.
Histogram:
Displays acceleration and deceleration between the ROC and its signal line.
Persistent Trend States:
When the ROC crosses the signal line or zero, the indicator enters a new momentum regime
(bullish or bearish) and stays in that color until another flip occurs.
Dynamic Choppy Zone:
When ROC momentum fades within the zero buffer zone, the indicator turns orange, signaling a sideways or indecisive market.
🟢 Visual Regimes
Regime Description Color
Bullish Momentum ROC above zero or signal line 🟢 Neon Green
Bearish Momentum ROC below zero or signal line 🔴 Neon Red
Choppy / Neutral ROC hovering within ±threshold range 🟠 Neon Orange
This color system makes it visually effortless to see whether the market is trending, reversing, or consolidating.
🧭 Adaptive Intelligence
The script automatically adjusts to market type and session for consistent accuracy:
Session Adaptive: Adjusts smoothing based on global sessions (Asian, London, New York, Sydney).
Instrument Adaptive: Fine-tunes sensitivity automatically for major assets — NASDAQ (NQ), S&P 500 (ES), Gold (GC), Oil (CL), Bitcoin (BTC).
Volatility Normalization: Optionally divides ROC by its own standard deviation to stabilize noisy assets and maintain consistent scaling.
🔔 Signals & Alerts
Bullish Reversal:
ROC crosses above its signal or zero line — early momentum flip.
Bearish Reversal:
ROC crosses below its signal or zero line — downward momentum flip.
Alerts:
Both reversal conditions include built-in alert triggers for automation and notifications.
🎨 Visual Features
Main ROC Line: Adaptive EMA of ROC, color-coded by trend regime.
Signal Line: Optional white EMA overlay for MACD-style crossovers.
Histogram: Visual burst display of acceleration (green/red).
Reversal Markers: Optional triangles marking exact crossover points.
Threshold Lines: Highlight the zero and buffer zones for visual clarity.
🧩 Best Use Cases
Identify early momentum shifts before price confirms them.
Confirm trend continuation or exhaustion with color persistence.
Detect choppy / low-volatility periods instantly.
Works across all timeframes — from 1-minute scalping to weekly swings.
Combine with structure, EMAs, or volume for confirmation.
⚙️ Recommended Settings
Setting Default Description
ROC Period 6 Core momentum length (lower = faster response).
Signal EMA Length 3 MACD-style responsiveness (lower = more reactive).
Zero Buffer Threshold 0.15 Defines the width of the neutral zone around zero.
Choppy Zone Multiplier 1.0 Expands or tightens the orange zone sensitivity.
These defaults have been optimized through real-market testing to balance responsiveness and smoothness across different asset classes.
⚠️ Notes
The color regime is persistent, meaning once the line turns bullish or bearish, it remains in that state until momentum structurally flips.
The orange zone represents momentum uncertainty and helps avoid false entries in range-bound markets.
Works seamlessly on any timeframe and with any asset.
BB SPY Mean Reversion Investment StrategySummary
Mean reversion first, continuation second. This strategy targets equities and ETFs on daily timeframes. It waits for price to revert from a Bollinger location with candle and EMA agreement, then manages risk with ATR based exits. Uniqueness comes from two elements working together. One, an adaptive band multiplier driven by volatility of volatility that expands or contracts the envelope as conditions change. Two, a bias memory that re arms the same direction after any stop, target, or time exit until a true opposite signal appears. Add it to a clean chart, use the markers and levels, and select on bar close for conservative alerts. Shapes can move while the bar is open and settle on close.
Scope and intent
• Markets. Currently adapted for SPY, needs to be optimized for other assets
• Timeframes. Daily primary. Other frames are possible but not the default
• Default demo. SPY on daily
• Purpose. Trade mean reversion entries that can chain into a longer swing by splitting holds into ATR or time segments
Originality and usefulness
• Novelty. Adaptive band width from volatility of volatility plus a persistent bias array that keeps the original direction alive across sequential entries until an opposite setup is confirmed
• Failure modes mitigated. False starts in chop are reduced by candle color and EMA location. Missed continuation after a take profit or stop is addressed by the re arm engine. Oversized envelopes during quiet regimes are avoided by the adaptive multiplier
• Testability. Every module has Inputs and visible levels so users can see why a suggestion appears
• Portable yardstick. All risk and targets are expressed in ATR units
Method overview in plain language
The engine measures where price sits relative to Bollinger bands, confirms with candle color and EMA location, requires ADX for shorts(in our case long close since we use it currently as long only), and optionally requires a trend or mean reversion regime using band width percent rank and basis slope. Risk uses ATR for stop, target, and optional breakeven. A small array stores the last confirmed direction. While flat, the engine keeps a pending order in that direction. The array flips only when a true opposite setup appears.
Base measures
• Range basis. True Range smoothed over a user defined ATR Length
• Return basis. Not required
Components
• Bollinger envelope. SMA length and standard deviation multiplier. Entry is based on cross of close through the band with location bias
• Candle and EMA filter. Close relative to open and close relative to EMA align direction
• ADX gate for shorts. Requires minimum trend strength for short trades
• Adaptive multiplier. Band width scales using volatility of volatility so envelopes breathe with conditions
• Regime gate optional. Band width percent rank and basis slope identify trend or mean reversion regimes
• Risk manager. ATR stop, ATR target, optional breakeven, optional time exit
• Bias memory. Array stores last confirmed direction and re arms entries while flat
Fusion rule
Minimum satisfied gates count style. All required gates must be true. Optional gates are controlled in Inputs. Bias memory never overrides an opposite confirmed setup.
Signal rule
• Long setup when close crosses up through the lower band, the bar closes green, and close is above the long EMA
• Short setup when close crosses down through the upper band, the bar closes red, close is below the short EMA, and ADX is above the minimum
• While flat the model keeps a pending order in the stored direction until a true opposite setup appears
• IN LONG or IN SHORT describes states between entry and exit
What you will see on the chart
• Markers for Long and Short setups
• Exit markers from ATR or time rules
• Reference levels for entry, stop, and target
• Bollinger bands and optional adaptive bands
Inputs with guidance
Setup
• Signal timeframe. Uses the chart timeframe
• Invert direction optional. Flips long and short
Logic
• BB Length. Typical 10 to 50. Higher smooths more
• BB Mult. Typical 1.0 to 2.5. Higher widens entries
• EMA Length long. Typical 10 to 50
• EMA Length short. Typical 5 to 30
• ADX Minimum for short. Typical 15 to 35
Filters
• Regime Type. none or trend or mean reversion
• Rank Lookback. Typical 100 to 300
• Basis Slope Length and Threshold. Larger values reduce false trends
Risk
• ATR Length. Typical 10 to 21
• ATR Stop Mult. Typical 1.0 to 3.0
• ATR Take Profit Mult. Typical 2.0 to 5.0
• Breakeven Trigger R. Move stop to entry after the chosen multiple
• Time Exit. Minimum bars and extension when profit exceeds a fraction of ATR
Bias and rearm
• Bias flips kept. Array depth
• Keep rearm when flat. Maintain a pending order while flat
UI
• Show markers and levels. Clean defaults
Usage recipes
Alerts update in real time and can change while the bar forms. Select on bar close for conservative workflows.
Properties visible in this publication
• Initial capital 25000
• Base currency USD
• If any higher timeframe calls are enabled, request.security uses lookahead off
• Commission 0.03 percent
• Slippage 3 ticks
• Default order size method Percent of equity with value 5
• Pyramiding 0
• Process orders on close On
• Bar magnifier Off
• Recalculate after order is filled Off
• Calc on every tick Off
Realism and responsible publication
No performance claims. Costs and fills vary by venue. Shapes can move intrabar and settle on close. Strategies use standard candles only.
Honest limitations and failure modes
High impact releases and thin liquidity can break assumptions. Gap heavy symbols may require larger ATR. Very quiet regimes can reduce contrast in the mean reversion signal. If stop and target can both be touched inside one bar, outcome follows the TradingView order model for that bar path.
Regimes with extreme one sided trend and very low volatility can reduce mean reversion edges. Results vary by symbol and venue. Past results never guarantee future outcomes.
Open source reuse and credits
None.
Backtest realism
Costs are realistic for liquid equities. Sizing does not exceed five percent per trade by default. Any departure should be justified by the user.
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Risk-On / Risk-Off Toolkit [SB1] (NQ, RTY, YM) VIXDescription:
The Risk-On / Risk-Off Toolkit is a professional-grade market context indicator designed to help traders quickly identify broad market sentiment shifts and gauge risk appetite. By combining major US equity futures (NQ, RTY, YM) with VIX dynamics, this toolkit provides clear visual signals of “Risk-On” (bullish, lower volatility environment) and “Risk-Off” (bearish, higher volatility environment) conditions. This is ideal for traders using discretionary analysis, swing strategies, intraday scalping, or portfolio positioning decisions.
My Personal Thoughts: Utilize all 3 charts to Identify which is Leading and who is lagging between the 3 (NQ, RTY, YM) Key Features:
Futures Trend Analysis:
Monitors the Nasdaq 100 (NQ), Russell 2000 (RTY), and Dow Jones (YM) futures in real-time.
Determines bullish/bearish bias based on each futures contract’s current close relative to its open.
Identifies when all three indices are moving in sync, highlighting broad market directional alignment.
VIX Confirmation:
Integrates the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) to gauge market risk sentiment.
Confirms Risk-On conditions when VIX is falling while all three futures are bullish.
Confirms Risk-Off conditions when VIX is rising while all three futures are bearish.
Optional background shading visually highlights Risk-On (green) and Risk-Off (red) conditions for quick, intuitive assessment.
Strong Body Candle Signals:
Detects high conviction candlestick moves where the body represents at least 85% of the total range.
Confirms whether the candle closes near its extreme (top for bullish, bottom for bearish) within 15% of the range.
Plots arrows for strong bullish or bearish candles:
Green triangle-up for bullish strong candles
Red triangle-down for bearish strong candles
Provides a visual cue for intraday or swing traders to confirm trend momentum without cluttering the chart with labels.
Alert System:
Alerts can be set for Risk-On alignment: all monitored futures are bullish and VIX is falling.
Alerts can also be set for Risk-Off alignment: all monitored futures are bearish and VIX is rising.
Ensures traders never miss shifts in broad market sentiment, suitable for both intraday and end-of-day review.
Table Summary:
Provides a top-right summary table of each monitored market and VIX:
Displays Index Name and Current Bias (Bullish/Bearish/Neutral).
Highlights bullish conditions in green and bearish conditions in red.
Includes VIX status as “↓ Falling”, “↑ Rising”, or “Flat”, providing a quick visual reference of volatility trends.
Customizable Visuals:
Control the visibility of strong candle arrows.
Maintains dynamic bar coloring for strong candle moves (green for bullish, red for bearish).
How to Use the Risk-On / Risk-Off Toolkit:
Trend Confirmation: Use the alignment of NQ, RTY, and YM to determine whether the overall market environment is bullish or bearish.
Risk Sentiment Filter: Use VIX confirmation to identify if traders are in a risk-on or risk-off sentiment. This is especially useful for adjusting position sizing, hedging, or timing entries.
Momentum Validation: Strong candle arrows indicate decisive moves, providing additional confirmation for trade entries, breakouts, or trend continuation.
Alerts & Visual Cues: Set alerts to be notified whenever Risk-On or Risk-Off conditions are met, helping you act in real-time.
Quick Reference: Use the summary table for a bird’s-eye view of market alignment across indices and VIX, avoiding the need to track multiple charts simultaneously.
Why This Indicator is Unique:
Combines three major US indices with volatility confirmation to identify true macro market sentiment shifts.
Provides both visual and alert-based signals for actionable insights.
The inclusion of strong candle arrows gives intraday and swing traders a clear, low-latency cue for high-probability moves.
Perfect for multi-timeframe analysis and adaptable to both short-term and long-term strategies.
Indicator Name Justification:
The name “Risk-On / Risk-Off Toolkit ” accurately reflects the core function: identifying broad market risk appetite and sentiment alignment across key indices with volatility confirmation. It communicates instantly that the tool helps traders understand when the market is favoring risk-taking (Risk-On) versus risk-aversion (Risk-Off).
Dashboard — Vol & PriceDashboard for traders
Indicator Description
1. Prev Day High
What it shows: the previous trading day's high.
Why it shows: a resistance level. Many traders watch to see if the price will hold above or below this level. A breakout can signal buying strength.
2. Prev Day Low
What it shows: the previous day's low.
Why it shows: a support level. If the price breaks downwards, it signals weakness and a possible continuation of the decline.
3. Today
What it shows:
The difference between the current price and yesterday's close (in absolute values and as a percentage).
Color: green for an increase, red for a decrease.
Why it shows: immediately shows how strong a gap or movement is today relative to yesterday. This is an indicator of current momentum.
4. ADR, % (Average Daily Range)
What it shows: Average daily range (High – Low), expressed as a percentage of the closing price, for the selected period (default 7 days).
Why it's useful: To understand the "normal" volatility of an instrument. For example, if the ADR is 3%, then a 1% move is small, while a 6% move is very large.
5. ATR (Average True Range)
What it shows: Average fluctuation range (including gaps), in absolute points, for the specified period (default 7 days).
Why it's useful: A classic volatility indicator. Useful for setting stops, calculating position sizes, and identifying "noise" movements.
6. ATR (Today), %
What it shows: How much the current movement today (from yesterday's close to the current price) represents in % of the average ATR.
Why it shows: Shows whether the instrument has "played out" its average range. If the value is already >100%, there is a high probability that the movement will begin to slow.
7. Vol (Today)
What it shows:
Current trading volume for the day (in millions/billions).
Comparison with yesterday as a percentage (for example: 77.32M (-52.78%)).
Color: green if the volume is higher than yesterday; red if lower.
Why it shows:Quickly shows whether the market is active today. Volume = fuel for price movement.
8. Avg Vol (20d)
What it shows: Average daily volume over the last 20 trading days.
Why it's useful:"normal" activity level. It's a convenient backdrop for assessing today's turnover.
9. Rel. Vol (Today), % (Relative Volume)
What it shows: Deviation of the current volume from the average (20 days).
Formula: `(today / average - 1)` * 100`.
+30% = volume 30% above average, -40% = 40% below average.
Color: green for +, red for –.
Why it's useful:A key indicator for a trader. If RelVol > 100% (green), the market is "charged," and the movement is more significant. If low, activity is weak and movements are less reliable.
10. Normalized RS (Relative Strength)
What it shows: the relative strength of a stock to a selected benchmark (e.g., SPY), normalized by the period (default 7 days).
100 = same result as the market.
> 100 = the stock is stronger than the index.
<100 = weaker than the index.
Why it's needed: filtering ideas. Strong stocks rise faster when the market rises, weak stocks fall more sharply. This helps trade in the direction of the trend and select the best candidates.
In summary:
Prev High / Low — key support and resistance levels.
Today — an instant understanding of the current momentum.
ADR and ATR — volatility and potential movement.
ATR (Today) — how much the instrument has already "run."
Vol + Rel.Vol — activity and confirmation of the movement's strength.
RS — selecting strong/weak leaders against the market.
