MFI Top/Bottom with Bollinger Bands Indicator
Overview
This indicator combines the Money Flow Index (MFI) with Bollinger Bands to identify potential overbought and oversold conditions in the market. It offers a unique approach by applying Bollinger Bands to the MFI itself, providing additional context for divergence and extreme readings.
Features
Combined MFI and Bollinger Bands analysis
Optional RSI display
Customizable overbought/oversold zones
Visual highlighting of extreme conditions
Signal detection for potential reversals
Flexible visualization options
Indicator Components
1. Main Indicators
Money Flow Index (MFI): A momentum indicator that incorporates both price and volume
Relative Strength Index (RSI): Optional, can be displayed instead of or alongside MFI
Bollinger Bands: Applied to either MFI or RSI values
2. Visual Elements
Green line: MFI
Maroon line: RSI (when enabled)
Blue bands: Bollinger Bands
Yellow circles: Signals when MFI crosses Bollinger Bands
Colored zones: Highlighted overbought/oversold areas
3. Signal Zones
Overbought zone: 70-75
Oversold zone: 25-30
Middle line: 50
How to Use
1. Basic Setup
Set your preferred lookback period (default: 14)
Adjust the Bollinger Bands multiplier (default: 2.0)
Choose whether to display MFI, RSI, or both
2. Signal Interpretation
Overbought Signals: When MFI enters the 70-75 zone
Oversold Signals: When MFI enters the 25-30 zone
Strong Signals: When MFI crosses outside Bollinger Bands
Divergence: Watch for price/indicator divergence at extremes
3. Best Practices
Use in conjunction with other indicators for confirmation
Pay attention to overall trend direction
Look for divergences at extreme levels
Consider volume patterns alongside indicator signals
Customization Options
Input Parameters
Length: Adjusts the calculation period
Multiplier: Controls Bollinger Bands width
Display options for MFI/RSI
Zone highlighting toggles
Visual Settings
Adjustable line colors and styles
Customizable zone highlighting
Optional signal visualization
Tips for Trading
Entry Signals
Look for oversold conditions with bullish price action
Watch for overbought conditions with bearish price action
Confirm with Bollinger Band crosses
Exit Signals
Monitor extreme readings for potential reversals
Use middle line (50) crosses for trend changes
Watch for divergence between price and indicator
Risk Management
Don't rely solely on indicator signals
Consider using multiple timeframes
Set appropriate stop-loss levels
Technical Notes
Calculation based on HLC3 price
Volume-weighted momentum measurement
Adaptive bands based on standard deviation
Signal generation uses both static levels and dynamic bands
Disclaimer
This indicator is for educational and informational purposes only. Always conduct your own analysis and use proper risk management techniques when trading.