One of the most straightforward tools in an investor’s toolkit is the simple moving average (SMA). The SMA is a fundamental technical indicator that smooths out volatility from price data to help ...
A moving average is a popular technical analysis tool used to reflect trends in the stock market and individual equities. Option traders use moving averages to determine which direction an equity’s ...
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What is a moving average?

If the price of an asset climbs above a particularly critical average, traders consider it a sign of improving sentiment, ...
Adam Hayes, Ph.D., CFA, is a financial writer with 15+ years Wall Street experience as a derivatives trader. Besides his extensive derivative trading expertise, Adam is an expert in economics and ...
Moving averages are a technical indicator forex traders use to analyze price trends and help identify potential trade opportunities. Day traders often use moving averages to help them decide when to ...