Follow Through Day (FTD) + Sweep [TrendX_]The Follow Through Day (FTD) + Sweep indicator is a Trend-following tool mixing William O'Neil's original FTD concept and Liquidity concept. This indicator helps you identify potential subsequent bullish trends with greater precision by combining volume analysis, price action, and liquidity concepts.
💎 FEATURES
Follow Through Day Candle (FTD Candle)
The FTD, pioneered by William O'Neil, serves as a reliable signal for identifying the beginning of new bull markets. It's particularly valuable because it combines multiple market factors - price action, volume, and timing - to confirm genuine market reversals rather than temporary bounces.
The power of the FTD lies in its ability to distinguish between ordinary market fluctuations and significant trend changes. By requiring specific criteria to be met across multiple sessions, it helps filter out false signals and identifies high-probability reversal points where institutional investors are likely beginning to accumulate positions.
Sweep Area
The Sweep area feature enhances the traditional FTD concept by incorporating modern liquidity analysis. This overlay identifies zones where large market participants are likely to trigger stop losses before continuing the trend. These areas often represent optimal entry points for traders looking to join the new uptrend with reduced risk.
🔎 BREAKDOWN
FTD Candle
The FTD formation process occurs in two distinct phases: Setup and Completion.
Setup Phase
Strong Market Decline
The market must first experience a significant downtrend
This selling pressure helps clear out weak hands and creates oversold conditions
The decline creates the potential energy for a powerful reversal
First Recovery Session
Marks the initial sign of buying pressure emerging
Often characterized by a strong reversal candle
Represents the first indication that selling pressure may be exhausting
Recovery Confirmation
The second and third days must maintain prices above the new pivot low
This consolidation period helps confirm the validity of the initial bounce
Shows that sellers are no longer in control of price action
Completion Phase:
Supply Test Session
Low volume indicates diminishing selling pressure
Price remains above the pivot low
Creates the foundation for institutional buyers to begin accumulating
Breakout Day
Price increase exceeds average profit of bullish candles
Volume increases by at least 15% compared to previous session
Shows strong institutional commitment to the new uptrend
Timing Window
Must occur between the 4th and 8th candle after First Recovery Session
This specific timing helps confirm the sustainability of the reversal
Based on O'Neil's research of historical market bottoms
FTD Sweep
The Post-FTD Phase introduces the Sweep concept, which is crucial for understanding how large market participants operate. This feature leverages the liquidity concept because institutional traders often need to trigger stop losses to accumulate larger positions at better prices. This helps:
Create liquidity pools for large position entries
Shake out weak hands before continuing the trend
Test the strength of the new trend by absorbing selling pressure
⚙️ USAGE
Sweep + TP & SL Strategy
Example: BTCUSDT (1D) - Replay back to 9th November 2024
After an FTD candle forms, traders can adopt a systematic approach to enhance their trading strategy. First, they should determine the swing range and convert the post-FTD zone into concrete stop loss and take profit levels, which are based on the price action during the FTD formation. Next, traders should wait for a sweep formation, as this indicates that institutional players are accumulating positions. A quick price rejection from the sweep level should be observed before executing an entry.
The reasoning behind this strategy is rooted in market microstructure. By waiting for the sweep, traders position themselves alongside institutional players who need to build large positions without causing adverse price movement. The sweep creates the liquidity they need, and the subsequent move often represents the true trend continuation.
DISCLAIMER
This indicator is not financial advice, it can only help traders make better decisions. There are many factors and uncertainties that can affect the outcome of any endeavor, and no one can guarantee or predict with certainty what will occur. Therefore, one should always exercise caution and judgment when making decisions based on past performance.
Canslim
Earnings Gap UpsBased on research conducted by John Pocorobba and Jason Thompson, the Earnings Gap Ups Indicator is designed to identify three types of earnings gaps, key levels, and the "alpha window"—a period when stocks often outperform following a gap. These gaps are frequently observed in high-performing stocks.
What is an Earnings Gap?
An earnings gap occurs when a stock's price makes a significant jump, after the company reports earnings signifying the street (institutions) were caught off guard.
The three different types of gaps are as follows: [/b
PEG (Power Earnings Gap)
Price gain of 10% or more
Volume is greater than 200% above the 50-day average
EPS surprise of at least 20%
Monster Gap
Price gain of 20% or more
Volume is greater than 300% above the 50-day average
No fundamental requirement
Monster Peg
Price Gain of 20% or more
Volume is greater than 300% above the 50-day average
EPS surprise of at least 20%
Key Levels and the Alpha Window
In addition to spotting these gaps, the indicator marks key levels on the chart and extends them through the alpha window, which represents the time period when the stock tends to outperform after the gap.
Key levels include:
High volume close: The closing price on a day with unusually high trading volume
High volume close minus 5%: A potential support level below the high volume close
Gap day high: The highest price reached on the gap day
Gap day low: The lowest price reached on the gap day
By understanding and tracking these gaps and levels, traders can map out a playbook for trading earnings gaps.
IBD Market School [tradeviZion]IBD Market School Indicator: User Guide and Settings Reference
A comprehensive guide to configuring and using the IBD Market School indicator for TradingView
Introduction
The IBD Market School indicator is an advanced market analysis tool that implements Investor's Business Daily's methodology for identifying optimal trading opportunities. By tracking key market indexes and analyzing price and volume patterns, it provides actionable buy and sell signals based on the CANSLIM investment system.
The indicator offers a comprehensive set of features:
Complete Signal System
10 primary buy signals (B1-B10)
Additional buy-side indicators (HH - Higher High, ED - Expired Days)
14 sell signals (S1-S14)
Index Rise 6% signal for Distribution/Stalling Day expiration
Market Health Tracking
Distribution Day detection and counting
Stalling Day identification and validation
Automatic 25-day signal expiration
6% price rise monitoring for signal clearing
Market Condition Analysis
Rally Day detection (major and minor)
Follow-Through Day confirmation
Dynamic market exposure management (0-100%)
Power Trend analysis with multiple states
Risk Management Features
Circuit Breaker system for major declines
Buy Switch system for exposure control
Customizable volume analysis (Nasdaq/S&P 500)
Distribution day clustering detection
Visual Analysis Tools
IBD-style candle display option
Power Trend state visualization
Signal line drawing system
Customizable tooltips and alerts
Proper configuration of the indicator's settings is essential as it affects:
Signal detection sensitivity and accuracy
Market exposure calculations and adjustments
Volume confirmation requirements
Visual display of market conditions and signals
Alert system behavior and notifications
This guide provides detailed explanations of each component and setting to help you optimize the indicator for your trading strategy while maintaining adherence to IBD's proven methodology.
📊 General Settings
This section controls the indicator's tooltip display, alert behavior, and candle visualization preferences.
The General Settings panel allows you to configure tooltip modes, alert types, and candle appearance.
Tooltip Display Mode
Select how detailed the tooltips should be when hovering over signals and indicators:
The three tooltip display modes: Simple (left), Detailed (center), and Market Analysis (right).
Simple Mode
Displays concise signal definitions
Shows basic entry and exit conditions
Focuses on essential trigger points
Perfect for experienced traders
Detailed Mode
Provides in-depth explanations of each buy/sell signal
Shows complete validation criteria and conditions
Includes volume requirements and percentage thresholds
Explains the context and significance of each signal
Market Analysis Mode
Focuses on broad market health metrics
Shows market exposure percentage and trend
Displays buy switch and power trend status
Tracks distribution days and signal buffers
Note: Choose the tooltip mode based on your needs:
- Simple: Provides quick, essential information on signals for fast decision-making
- Detailed: Breaks down conditions for each buy/sell signal, ideal for users wanting in-depth explanations
- Market Analysis: Focuses on broad market health, including exposure, buy switch, distribution days, and trends
Market Exposure Alert System
The indicator alerts you when market exposure levels change, helping you adjust your positions accordingly.
Alert Types
On Close (Recommended)
Triggers only after bar closes
More reliable signals as price action is confirmed
Real-Time
Triggers immediately when conditions are met
Note: Signals may change by bar close
Setting Up Alerts
Click the "..." (More) button on the indicator label "$tradeviZion - IBD Market School"
Select "Add alert on $tradeviZion - IBD Market School..."
In the Create Alert dialog:
Settings tab:
Verify the symbol and timeframe (e.g., NASDAQ:IXIC , 1D)
Condition: Select "$tradeviZion - IBD Market School"
Alert function: Choose "Any alert() function call"
Expiration: Set to "Open-ended alert"
Alert name will auto-populate
Switch to Notifications tab:
Enable "Notify in app" for push notifications in the mobile app
Enable "Show toast notification" for on-screen alerts
Enable "Play sound" and customize duration (e.g., Thin, 10 seconds)
Optional settings:
Send email (requires profile settings configuration)
Webhook URL for POST requests
Send plain text for alternative email format
Click Create to activate the alert
Alert Messages
Message format: "Market exposure change for : Market exposure from % to %"
Example: "Market exposure change for NASDAQ:IXIC : 📈 Market exposure reduced from 100% to 75%"
📈 Arrow indicates exposure increase
📉 Arrow indicates exposure decrease
Messages include previous and new exposure percentages
Note: These alerts specifically track changes in market exposure levels, helping you stay aligned with market conditions. They are essential for maintaining proper position sizing and risk management.
Chart Style Options
IBD-style Candles
Enable to match Investor's Business Daily chart style
For MarketSmith style setup, right-click on chart and go to Settings
Navigate to Symbol tab
Uncheck Body, Borders, and Wicks
Press Alt+R to restore chart view if zoom affects display
To revert to original style, right-click on chart and go to Settings
Navigate to Symbol tab
Check Body, Borders, and Wicks
Color Based on Previous Close
Colors bars based on close vs. previous close
When enabled, determines colors by comparing current close to previous close
Use blue color for closes above previous
Use pink color for closes below previous
📈 Market Exposure Table Settings
Configure how the market exposure information is displayed on your chart.
The Market Exposure Table Settings panel allows you to customize the appearance and layout of the market status display.
Layout Options
• Hide Table
Completely hides the market status display
• Basic (2 Columns)
Shows main indicators in two columns
Compact view without signal list
Ideal for minimalist chart view
• Detailed (2 Columns with Signals)
Displays main indicators plus signal panel
Shows Buy and Sell signals in separate columns
Provides comprehensive market overview
• Stacked (1 Column, Compact)
Vertical layout with single column
Most space-efficient option
Ideal for smaller chart windows
Color Settings
Background : Dark gray background for the table
Text : White text for general information
Buy Signal : Green highlighting for buy signals
Sell Signal : Red highlighting for sell signals
Additional Options
Show Trading Wisdom: Enable rotating trading messages
Displays empowering trading messages
Helps reinforce disciplined trading practices
Updates every 5 bars with new wisdom
Includes tooltips with comprehensive trading guidance
Customizable yellow text color for messages
💹 Buy Signals Settings
This section controls the visibility and behavior of buy signals and related indicators.
The Buy Signals Settings panel allows you to configure signal visibility, volatility calculations, and visual appearance of buy signals.
Signal Display Options
Buy Signals Display : Choose display mode
Show Selected Signals
Hide All
Compact Signals
Individual Signal Toggles
Primary Buy Signals (B1-B10)
Special Indicators (HH, ED)
Understanding Buy Signals
B1: Follow-Through Day (FTD)
Buy on the initial FTD with volume higher than the previous day. You may use an FTD from an index other than the NASDAQ:IXIC , but if you do, you must stay within that index for future Buy and Sell Signals.
B2: Additional Follow-Through
Buy on all additional follow-through days within 25 days from a rally day that closes above the low of the initial follow-through day.
B3: Low Above EMA21
Buy on an up or flat day when the intraday low is at or above the EMA21. Note: Once you have a B3 or B4, you can't have another until it is reset by an S5.
Special Buy Indicators
HH: Higher High (No FTD after Rally)
Triggers when current close exceeds highest point since last confirmed rally. Must not have a Follow-Through Day (FTD). Buy switch turns on when close exceeds last rally's high and turns off if close drops below that high.
ED: Expired Days
Tracks Distribution and Stalling days that have aged out. Days are tracked for a specific trading period and expired days are removed from the count.
Index Rise Settings
Index Rise 6% from DD & SD
Toggle to enable/disable monitoring of price rises above Distribution and Stalling Days. Default value of 6% (adjustable) for monitoring rises above these days.
Understanding Index Rise
This feature tracks significant market recoveries by monitoring when the index rises substantially above Distribution Days (DD) or Stalling Days (SD). When the index rises 6% or more above the closing price of any DD or SD, it indicates a strong market recovery. This is an important signal because it helps identify when the market has shown enough strength to potentially overcome previous distribution periods. When triggered, this signal reduces the distribution day count, effectively acknowledging that the previous distribution pattern may no longer be as relevant due to the market's strong recovery.
B1 Signal Configuration
Volatility Settings
B1 Auto Volatility: Calculates FTD price requirement based on 200-day volatility
B1 Manual Volatility: Fixed value (default 1.245) when auto is disabled
Visual Settings
Label Size: Small (options: Tiny, Small, Normal, Large)
Signal Color: Light green background for buy signals
Text Color: Customizable text color for signal labels
Important Notes
Signal visibility affects both chart display and calculations
Auto volatility is recommended for most users
Manual volatility should only be adjusted by experienced users
Visual settings apply to all enabled buy signals
Confirmation Rules
Price Requirements
Follow-Through Day (B1) thresholds based on 200-day volatility:
Below 0.4% volatility: 0.7% gain required
0.4% to 0.55% volatility: 0.85% gain required
0.55% to 1% volatility: 1% gain required
Above 1% volatility: 1.245% gain required
EMA Breaks (S5/S6): 0.2% threshold below 21 EMA
Downside Reversal (B9): 1.75% high-to-low spread required
Volume Requirements
Distribution Days: Volume > previous day, with -0.20% or more price decline
Stalling Days: Volume ≥ 95% of previous day
Follow-Through Days (B1/B2): Volume > previous day
Accumulation Days (B7): Volume > previous day, close in upper 25% range
Sell Signals Settings
This section controls the visibility and behavior of sell signals and market weakness indicators.
The Sell Signals Settings panel allows you to configure signal visibility and visual appearance of sell signals and market health indicators.
Signal Display Options
Sell Signals Display: Dropdown with options to control signal visibility:
Show Selected Signals
Hide All
Compact Signals
Individual Signal Toggles
Primary Sell Signals: S1-S14 and CB (Circuit Breaker)
Market Health Indicators:
Distribution Days (DD): Indicative of institutional selling. Occurs when:
Market closes down by at least 0.2%
Volume greater than or equal to prior day
Tracked for 25 trading days
Stalling Days (SD): Sign of heavy volume without upside progress. Occurs when:
Market at/near new highs
Closes with small gain (0% to 0.4%)
High volume in lower half of day's range
Understanding Sell Signals
S1: Follow-Through Day Undercut
Sell if the index closes below the low of the initial follow-through day.
S2: Failed Rally Attempt
Sell if the index undercuts the major low of the rally attempt. Market exposure is reduced to zero and the Buy Switch is turned off.
S2ml: Minor Low Undercut
Minor Low undercut of rally attempt. Market exposure is reduced by two. This does not turn off the Buy Switch.
S3: Full Distribution Minus One
Sell after the distribution count increases to one less than the full distribution count.
S4: Full Distribution
Sell after reaching the full distribution count.
S5: Break Below EMA21
Sell if the index closes 0.2% or more below the EMA21. Note: Once you have an S5, S6, or S7, you can't have another until it is reset by a B3.
S6: Overdue Break Below EMA21
Sell if the index closes down 0.2% or more below the EMA21 after 30 days have passed since the last B3 without triggering an S5.
S7: Trending Below EMA21
Sell after S5 on the 5th consecutive day that the high is below the EMA21 and a down day.
S8: Living Below EMA21
Sell after S5 on the 10th and every 5th consecutive day after that (15th, 20th, 25th, etc.) that the high is below the EMA21.
S9: Break Below 50-Day MA
Sell if the index closes below the 50-Day Moving Average. Triggers only if a B6 signal was previously printed.
S10: Bad Break
Sell if the close is down 2.25% or greater in the bottom 25% of the range. Close below the MA50 or intraday high below EMA21.
S11: Downside Reversal
Sell after a Downside Reversal Day, which occurs with:
New High within 13 weeks
Close in bottom quartile of range
Close Down for the day
Spread of 1.75% or greater
S12: Lower Low
Sell after closing below the last marked low as defined by MarketSmith.
S13: Distribution Cluster
Distribution and stalling days increase to four up to eight days within a rolling eight-day period.
S14: Break Below Higher High
Sell after closing below the last marked high that printed a B8 (Higher High).
CB: Circuit Breaker
Triggers when the index drops 10% from the highest high since the FTD (B1) and falls 5% or more below the 50-Day MA intraday.
Buy/Sell Undercut Lines
This section controls the visibility and appearance of important price level lines on your chart.
The Buy/Sell Undercut Lines panel allows you to configure which signal lines are displayed and their visual appearance.
Line Visibility
Buy Signal Lines :
B8 Line: First high above the last pivot high
HH Line: Close above the prior high since last confirmed rally without FTD
Sell Signal Lines :
S1 Line: Close below the initial follow-through day
S2 Line: Undercut of major low
S2ml Line: Minor low undercut
S12 Line: Close below last marked low
S14 Line: Close below last marked high
Line Appearance
Color Settings :
B8: Green (Buy signal)
HH: Green (Buy signal)
S1: Red (Sell signal)
S2: Red (Sell signal)
S2ml: Orange (Modified sell signal)
S12: Purple (Pivot low signal)
S14: Blue (Close below pivot)
Line Style : Dashed (options: solid, dotted, dashed)
Line Width : 1 (adjustable)
📈 Rally Signal Settings
The Rally Signal Settings panel allows you to configure Rally Day detection and visualization.
Rally Day:
Toggle to enable/disable Rally Day signals. These mark the beginning of potential market uptrends when the market closes higher than the previous day, following a significant decline.
Visual Settings:
Label Size: small (options: tiny, small, normal, large)
Background Color: Customizable background for Rally Day labels
Text Color: Customizable text color for Rally Day labels
Distribution Day Settings:
Use Manual FullDDcount: Option to manually set the minimum combined number of Distribution and Stalling Days
Count Value: Default is 6 days (adjustable when manual mode is enabled)
This setting determines how many Distribution/Stalling Days are required to trigger a new rally
Pivot Point Settings
The Pivot Point Settings panel allows you to configure the display of high/low points and percentage changes between pivots.
Display Options
Display H/L Points
Toggle to show or hide pivot levels (high and low points) on the chart
%Change
Toggle to display percentage changes between pivot points
Color Settings
Positive % Color : Blue (customizable) - Used for positive percentage changes
Negative % Color : Pink (customizable) - Used for negative percentage changes
Precision Settings
Decimal Places: Set the number of decimal places (default: 2) for:
Pivot point price levels
Percentage change calculations
⚡ Power Trend Settings
This section controls how Power Trend information is visualized on your chart.
The Power Trend Settings panel allows you to configure how trend states are displayed and customize their visual appearance.
Example of Power Trend visualization showing both boxes (green background) and trend lines. The boxes indicate trend state while lines show trend transitions.
Display Options
Show Power Trend Line : Display trend states as lines on the chart
Show Boxes : Display trend states as boxes
Show Background : Display trend states as background colors
Power Trend Color Settings
On : Light green - Full power trend active
Resume : Light green - Power trend resuming
Off : Gray - Power trend inactive
With Floor : Yellow - Under pressure with support
No Floor : Orange - Under pressure without support
Power Trend Line Settings
Line Width : Set line thickness (default: 1)
Line Offset : Adjust line position (default: 5)
Power Trend Box Settings
Text Align : Set text alignment (left, center, right)
Text Position : Set vertical position (top, middle, bottom)
Size : Set box size (tiny, small, normal, large)
Color : Customize box background color
Power Trend States
Full Power (On)
Represents strongest market condition with maximum exposure of +7
Base maximum exposure of 5 plus 2 buffer signals
Buffer allows maintaining high exposure during normal pullbacks
2 sell signals reduce count from 7 to 5 without affecting base
Indicates very healthy market that can absorb normal profit-taking
Resume State
Shows successful market recovery after pressure period
Requires 10+ days without S2 minor, S9, or S13 signals
Must reestablish all initial strength conditions
Maintains same benefits as Full Power (+7 max, +2 floor)
Shows as light green in visualization
Under Pressure With Floor
First warning stage triggered by S2 minor or S13 signals
Reduces maximum exposure to +5
Maintains minimal protection with +1 floor
Suggests defensive positioning while keeping core positions
Shows as yellow in visualization
Under Pressure No Floor
Severe warning stage triggered by S9 signal
Maintains +5 maximum exposure but removes floor protection
Indicates higher risk of continued market decline
Requires careful position management
Shows as orange in visualization
Power Trend Off
Triggered by EMA/MA crossdowns with declining price
Can also be activated by S2 or Circuit Breaker signals
Maximum exposure limited to +5 with no buffer signals
Suggests focus on capital preservation
Shows as gray in visualization
Power Trend System Rules
Each state enforces strict exposure limits with automatic floor and ceiling adjustments
Power Trend can activate Buy Switch when entering Full Power state
Restraint Rule limits exposure to +2 until significant progress or B4 signal when starting from zero exposure
State transitions immediately update exposure limits and Buy Switch status
Distribution Cluster (S13) can move Power Trend to Under Pressure With Floor state
System maintains exposure floors to prevent panic selling while allowing flexibility below floor levels
Weekly SMAs Settings
The Weekly SMAs Settings panel allows you to configure the weekly moving averages display and calculations.
SMA 1: 10 periods (enabled), Red
Length: 10
Optional EMA toggle
Width: 1
SMA 2: 20 periods, Pink
Length: 20
Optional EMA toggle
Width: 1
SMA 3: 30 periods, Green
Length: 30
Optional EMA toggle
Width: 1
SMA 4: 40 periods (enabled), White
Length: 40
Optional EMA toggle
Width: 1
SMAs Settings
The SMAs Settings panel allows you to configure the daily moving averages display and calculations.
MA 1: 10 periods, Optional EMA, Pink
Length: 10
Optional EMA toggle
Width: 1
MA 2: 21 periods (enabled), EMA, Green
Length: 21
EMA enabled
Width: 1
MA 3: 50 periods (enabled), SMA, Red
Length: 50
EMA disabled
Width: 1
MA 4: 200 periods (enabled), SMA, White
Length: 200
EMA disabled
Width: 1
Volume Settings (NASDAQ & S&P 500)
This section controls volume data sources for market analysis. Proper volume settings are crucial for confirming market signals and analyzing institutional participation.
The Volume Settings panel allows you to configure volume data sources and custom ticker options for accurate market analysis.
Important Volume Source Information
TradingView's default volume data differs from IBD's Yahoo Finance data source
Current default settings (IXIC and TVOL) provide the most accurate results compared to IBD signals
Volume differences between TradingView and IBD are expected due to different data sources
Custom ticker options are provided for future compatibility with Yahoo Finance volume data
Volume Configuration
Nasdaq Volume Settings
Default Source: NASDAQ:IXIC (Nasdaq Composite Index)
Custom Ticker Option: USI:TVOL.NQ
Enable custom source by checking "Use Custom Nasdaq Ticker?"
Note: Custom ticker must be price-based for accurate volume analysis
S&P 500 Volume Settings
Default Source: TVOL (S&P 500 Total Volume)
Custom Ticker Option: USI:TVOL.NY
Enable custom source by checking "Use Custom S&P 500 Ticker?"
Note: Custom ticker must be price-based for accurate volume analysis
Volume Analysis Impact
Used for Distribution Day confirmation
Required for Follow-Through Day validation
Helps identify institutional buying/selling
Critical for Stalling Day detection
Recommendations
Keep default settings for most accurate current results
Only use custom tickers if you have confirmed price-based volume sources
Be aware that volume-based signals might slightly differ from IBD due to data source differences
Future updates may add Yahoo Finance volume compatibility
Market Status Table
The Market Status Table provides a real-time visual overview of current market conditions and signal status. Users can customize the table's appearance through the Market Exposure Table Settings.
The Market Status Table can be displayed in three different layouts: Basic (left), Detailed (center), and Stacked (right).
Layout Options
Hide Table
Completely hides the market status display
Basic (2 Columns)
Shows main indicators in two columns
Compact view without signal list
Ideal for minimalist chart view
Detailed (2 Columns with Signals)
Displays main indicators plus signal panel
Shows Buy and Sell signals in separate columns
Provides comprehensive market overview
Stacked (1 Column, Compact)
Vertical layout with single column
Most space-efficient option
Ideal for smaller chart windows
Main Indicators
• Market Exposure
Displayed as colored dots: 🟠 🟢 🟢 🟢 🟢
Shows current exposure level (0-100%)
(⚪ ⚪ ⚪ ⚪ ⚪): 0% exposure
(🟠 ⚪ ⚪ ⚪ ⚪): 30% exposure
(🟠 🟡 ⚪ ⚪ ⚪): 55% exposure
(🟠 🟡 🟢 ⚪ ⚪): 75% exposure
(🟠 🟡 🟢 🟢 ⚪): 90% exposure
(🟠 🟡 🟢 🟢 🟢): 100% exposure
• Key Status Indicators
Buy Switch: Shows ON (forced) or OFF status
Power Trend: Displays current state with floor and maximum values
Restraint Rule: Indicates ON or OFF status
Count / Signals Buffer: Shows current count and available buffer (e.g., "7 / (+0)")
Dist. Days / Cluster: Displays distribution day count and cluster status (e.g., "1 / 0")
• Signal Panel (Available in Detailed layout)
Lists all active Buy and Sell signals
Highlighted signals indicate currently active conditions
Green highlighting shows confirmed signals
Provides quick reference for all available signals
Status Indicator Colors
🟢 indicates "ON" or positive conditions (e.g., Buy Switch ON, Power Trend Full Power)
🟡 indicates "Under Pressure" or caution (e.g., Power Trend Under Pressure With Floor)
🟠 indicates "Under Pressure No Floor" or increased caution
🔴 indicates "OFF" or negative conditions (e.g., Buy Switch OFF, Power Trend OFF)
• Signal Colors
Green background for buy signals
Red background for sell signals
Black text on signal backgrounds for better visibility
• Number Formats
Count / Buffer signals shown as "7 / (+2)"
Distribution Days / Cluster count shown as "1 / 0"
Exposure percentage shown with dots (e.g., "90%")
Trading Wisdom - Market Risk Management
"The key to successful trading is not just knowing when to enter, but managing your exposure based on market health. Always check two critical indicators before any trade:
1. Market Exposure Levels
100% (5 dots): Full positions in strong market
90% (4 dots): Slightly reduced positions
75% (3 dots): Moderate positions, more cautious
55% (2 dots): Half positions only
30% (1 dot): Small positions only
0% (0 dots): Stay in cash
2. Distribution Days Risk Levels
1-2 Days: Normal market behavior
3 Days: Caution - reduce new positions
4+ Days: High risk - defensive positioning
5-6 Days: Consider moving to cash
Remember: It's better to miss an opportunity than to catch a falling market. Let the Market Exposure Table be your guide to smart position sizing."
Pro Tip: Make checking these two indicators part of your daily routine. They're your first line of defense against major drawdowns.
Conclusion
The IBD Market School indicator brings William O'Neil's proven methodology to TradingView, providing a comprehensive system for market analysis and risk management. This tool automates the complex task of tracking market signals while maintaining strict adherence to IBD's time-tested principles.
Key Features
Follows IBD's core methodology for identifying market direction
Automates tracking of Distribution Days, Follow-Through Days, and market signals
Provides clear market exposure guidance through the Power Trend system
Helps maintain discipline through systematic Buy Switch control
Offers multiple layers of risk management
Best Practices
Always check Market Exposure and Distribution Day count before making trades
Let the Buy Switch guide your market participation
Follow Power Trend states for proper position sizing
Use the default volume settings for most accurate signal generation
Monitor all confirmation rules for proper signal validation
Remember: This indicator is designed to replicate IBD's methodology as closely as possible within TradingView's environment. While it automates signal detection and exposure management, successful trading still requires discipline, patience, and strict adherence to risk management principles.
"The goal is not to be right about the market - it's to make money by following the market's signals and managing risk."
Equity CurveAn equity curve is a graphical representation of the change in the value of a trading account over a time period. The equity curve is a direct reflection of a trading strategy's effectiveness. A consistently upward-trending equity curve indicates a successful strategy, while a flat or declining curve may signal the need for adjustment.
This indicator takes traders daily account values as a comma separated list, and creates an equity curve and simple moving average of the equity curve. This serves as a mirror reflecting the outcome of past actions and decisions, guiding traders in fine-tuning their strategies, managing risk more effectively, and ultimately striving towards a consistently profitable trading journey.
New equity values should be added to the end of the current list. A space or no space after the comma has no effect.
Importance of the Equity Curve
Strategy Evaluation: The equity curve is a direct reflection of a trading strategy's effectiveness over time. A consistently upward-trending equity curve indicates a successful strategy, while a flat or declining curve may signal the need for adjustment.
Risk Management: Monitoring the equity curve helps traders to see the impact of their risk management practices. Sudden drops in equity could highlight instances of excessive risk-taking or inadequate stop-loss settings.
Performance Benchmarks: Comparing the equity curve against benchmarks or desired performance goals allows traders to assess if they are meeting, exceeding, or falling short of their trading objectives.
Psychology: Trading is as much about psychology as it is about strategy. A visual representation of one's equity curve helps maintain discipline, encouraging adherence to a trading plan during downturns and preventing overconfidence during upswings.
Having this data visually allows traders to see which category of trader they fall into.
Unprofitable
Boom or Bust
Profitable
Statistical Data
The indicator not only plots the equity curve and moving average, but includes the option to display the highest value reached by the equity curve, the percentage difference from the peak, and performance over selected periods (All Time, YTD, QTD, MTD, WTD).
Historical Analysis
The Equity Curve Indicator is not just a tool for real-time monitoring of trading performance; it also serves as a powerful instrument for conducting historical analysis. By analyzing the equity curve in conjunction with historical market conditions, traders can identify patterns or triggers that resulted in significant gains or losses.
For example, the chart below shows the equity curve overlaid on periods of net new highs / lows. The equity curve experienced declines while the market was showing net new lows or choppy periods (represented by a red or white background), while most of the equity gains were made while net new highs were present (green background).
This retrospective analysis helps in understanding how different market conditions impact trading strategies and performance.
Trading the Equity Curve
All trading strategies produce an equity curve that has winning and losing periods. In the example above, the trader could introduce a simple rule to lighten up on long positions or move to cash during periods of net new lows.
Another simple rule could be introduced to stop trading if the equity curve falls below the moving average, until favorable market conditions return again.
This indicator is intended to be used on the daily timeframe.
Danger Signals from The Trading MindwheelThe " Danger Signals " indicator, a collaborative creation from the minds at Amphibian Trading and MARA Wealth, serves as your vigilant lookout in the volatile world of stock trading. Drawing from the wisdom encapsulated in "The Trading Mindwheel" and the successful methodologies of legends like William O'Neil and Mark Minervini, this tool is engineered to safeguard your trading journey.
Core Features:
Real-Time Alerts: Identify critical danger signals as they emerge in the market. Whether it's a single day of heightened risk or a pattern forming, stay informed with specific danger signals and a tally of signals for comprehensive decision-making support. The indicator looks for over 30 different signals ranging from simple closing ranges to more complex signals like blow off action.
Tailored Insights with Portfolio Heat Integration: Pair with the "Portfolio Heat" indicator to customize danger signals based on your current positions, entry points, and stops. This personalized approach ensures that the insights are directly relevant to your trading strategy. Certain signals can have different meanings based on where your trade is at in its lifecycle. Blow off action at the beginning of a trend can be viewed as strength, while after an extended run could signal an opportunity to lock in profits.
Forward-Looking Analysis: Leverage the 'Potential Danger Signals' feature to assess future risks. Enter hypothetical price levels to understand potential market reactions before they unfold, enabling proactive trade management.
The indicator offers two different modes of 'Potential Danger Signals', Worst Case or Immediate. Worst Case allows the user to input any price and see what signals would fire based on price reaching that level, while the Immediate mode looks for potential Danger Signals that could happen on the next bar.
This is achieved by adding and subtracting the average daily range to the current bars close while also forecasting the next values of moving averages, vwaps, risk multiples and the relative strength line to see if a Danger Signal would trigger.
User Customization: Flexibility is at your fingertips with toggle options for each danger signal. Tailor the indicator to match your unique trading style and risk tolerance. No two traders are the same, that is why each signal is able to be turned on or off to match your trading personality.
Versatile Application: Ideal for growth stock traders, momentum swing traders, and adherents of the CANSLIM methodology. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned investor, this tool aligns with strategies influenced by trading giants.
Validation and Utility:
Inspired by the trade management principles of Michael Lamothe, the " Danger Signals " indicator is more than just a tool; it's a reflection of tested strategies that highlight the importance of risk management. Through rigorous validation, including the insights from "The Trading Mindwheel," this indicator helps traders navigate the complexities of the market with an informed, strategic approach.
Whether you're contemplating a new position or evaluating an existing one, the " Danger Signals " indicator is designed to provide the clarity needed to avoid potential pitfalls and capitalize on opportunities with confidence. Embrace a smarter way to trade, where awareness and preparation open the door to success.
Let's dive into each of the components of this indicator.
Volume: Volume refers to the number of shares or contracts traded in a security or an entire market during a given period. It is a measure of the total trading activity and liquidity, indicating the overall interest in a stock or market.
Price Action: the analysis of historical prices to inform trading decisions, without the use of technical indicators. It focuses on the movement of prices to identify patterns, trends, and potential reversal points in the market.
Relative Strength Line: The RS line is a popular tool used to compare the performance of a stock, typically calculated as the ratio of the stock's price to a benchmark index's price. It helps identify outperformers and underperformers relative to the market or a specific sector. The RS value is calculated by dividing the close price of the chosen stock by the close price of the comparative symbol (SPX by default).
Average True Range (ATR): ATR is a market volatility indicator used to show the average range prices swing over a specified period. It is calculated by taking the moving average of the true ranges of a stock for a specific period. The true range for a period is the greatest of the following three values:
The difference between the current high and the current low.
The absolute value of the current high minus the previous close.
The absolute value of the current low minus the previous close.
Average Daily Range (ADR): ADR is a measure used in trading to capture the average range between the high and low prices of an asset over a specified number of past trading days. Unlike the Average True Range (ATR), which accounts for gaps in the price from one day to the next, the Average Daily Range focuses solely on the trading range within each day and averages it out.
Anchored VWAP: AVWAP gives the average price of an asset, weighted by volume, starting from a specific anchor point. This provides traders with a dynamic average price considering both price and volume from a specific start point, offering insights into the market's direction and potential support or resistance levels.
Moving Averages: Moving Averages smooth out price data by creating a constantly updated average price over a specific period of time. It helps traders identify trends by flattening out the fluctuations in price data.
Stochastic: A stochastic oscillator is a momentum indicator used in technical analysis that compares a particular closing price of an asset to a range of its prices over a certain period of time. The theory behind the stochastic oscillator is that in a market trending upwards, prices will tend to close near their high, and in a market trending downwards, prices close near their low.
While each of these components offer unique insights into market behavior, providing sell signals under specific conditions, the power of combining these different signals lies in their ability to confirm each other's signals. This in turn reduces false positives and provides a more reliable basis for trading decisions
These signals can be recognized at any time, however the indicators power is in it's ability to take into account where a trade is in terms of your entry price and stop.
If a trade just started, it hasn’t earned much leeway. Kind of like a new employee that shows up late on the first day of work. It’s less forgivable than say the person who has been there for a while, has done well, is on time, and then one day comes in late.
Contextual Sensitivity:
For instance, a high volume sell-off coupled with a bearish price action pattern significantly strengthens the sell signal. When the price closes below an Anchored VWAP or a critical moving average in this context, it reaffirms the bearish sentiment, suggesting that the momentum is likely to continue downwards.
By considering the relative strength line (RS) alongside volume and price action, the indicator can differentiate between a normal retracement in a strong uptrend and a when a stock starts to become a laggard.
The integration of ATR and ADR provides a dynamic framework that adjusts to the market's volatility. A sudden increase in ATR or a character change detected through comparing short-term and long-term ADR can alert traders to emerging trends or reversals.
The "Danger Signals" indicator exemplifies the power of integrating diverse technical indicators to create a more sophisticated, responsive, and adaptable trading tool. This approach not only amplifies the individual strengths of each indicator but also mitigates their weaknesses.
Portfolio Heat Indicator can be found by clicking on the image below
Danger Signals Included
Price Closes Near Low - Daily Closing Range of 30% or Less
Price Closes Near Weekly Low - Weekly Closing Range of 30% or Less
Price Closes Near Daily Low on Heavy Volume - Daily Closing Range of 30% or Less on Heaviest Volume of the Last 5 Days
Price Closes Near Weekly Low on Heavy Volume - Weekly Closing Range of 30% or Less on Heaviest Volume of the Last 5 Weeks
Price Closes Below Moving Average - Price Closes Below One of 5 Selected Moving Averages
Price Closes Below Swing Low - Price Closes Below Most Recent Swing Low
Price Closes Below 1.5 ATR - Price Closes Below Trailing ATR Stop Based on Highest High of Last 10 Days
Price Closes Below AVWAP - Price Closes Below Selected Anchored VWAP (Anchors include: High of base, Low of base, Highest volume of base, Custom date)
Price Shows Aggressive Selling - Current Bars High is Greater Than Previous Day's High and Closes Near the Lows on Heaviest Volume of the Last 5 Days
Outside Reversal Bar - Price Makes a New High and Closes Near the Lows, Lower Than the Previous Bar's Low
Price Shows Signs of Stalling - Heavy Volume with a Close of Less than 1%
3 Consecutive Days of Lower Lows - 3 Days of Lower Lows
Close Lower than 3 Previous Lows - Close is Less than 3 Previous Lows
Character Change - ADR of Last Shorter Length is Larger than ADR of Longer Length
Fast Stochastic Crosses Below Slow Stochastic - Fast Stochastic Crosses Below Slow Stochastic
Fast & Slow Stochastic Curved Down - Both Stochastic Lines Close Lower than Previous Day for 2 Consecutive Days
Lower Lows & Lower Highs Intraday - Lower High and Lower Low on 30 Minute Timeframe
Moving Average Crossunder - Selected MA Crosses Below Other Selected MA
RS Starts Curving Down - Relative Strength Line Closes Lower than Previous Day for 2 Consecutive Days
RS Turns Negative Short Term - RS Closes Below RS of 7 Days Ago
RS Underperforms Price - Relative Strength Line Not at Highs, While Price Is
Moving Average Begins to Flatten Out - First Day MA Doesn't Close Higher
Price Moves Higher on Lighter Volume - Price Makes a New High on Light Volume and 15 Day Average Volume is Less than 50 Day Average
Price Hits % Target - Price Moves Set % Higher from Entry Price
Price Hits R Multiple - Price hits (Entry - Stop Multiplied by Setting) and Added to Entry
Price Hits Overhead Resistance - Price Crosses a Swing High from a Monthly Timeframe Chart from at Least 1 Year Ago
Price Hits Fib Level - Price Crosses a Fib Extension Drawn From Base High to Low
Price Hits a Psychological Level - Price Crosses a Multiple of 0 or 5
Heavy Volume After Significant Move - Above Average and Heaviest Volume of the Last 5 Days 35 Bars or More from Breakout
Moving Averages Begin to Slope Downward - Moving Averages Fall for 2 Consecutive Days
Blow Off Action - Highest Volume, Largest Spread, Multiple Gaps in a Row 35 Bars or More Post Breakout
Late Buying Frenzy - ANTS 35 Bars or More Post Breakout
Exhaustion Gap - Gap Up 5% or Higher with Price 125% or More Above 200sma
Power OutageThe Power Outage indicator serves as the antithesis to the Power Trend, highlighting periods of extreme weakness or downtrends. Drawing inspiration from the Power Trend, the Power Outage framework was conceived by reversing the logic to highlight periods where being in cash or net short could be beneficial.
What Initiates a Power Outage?
The high is below the 21-day EMA for at least 10 consecutive days.
The 21-day EMA is below the 50-day SMA for a minimum of five days.
The 50-day SMA is on a downward trajectory.
The closing price is lower than the previous day's close.
A Power Outage can be a caution sign for traders to tighten up risk management and encourage defensive strategies or the consideration of short positions. Not only does this indicator clearly identify a Power Outage by a shaded background or shape plotted on the chart, but it also records metrics for each previous Power Outage.
The number of Power Outages that have occurred, their average length, and average depth (from the first day's close when the Power Outage activates to the low of the Power Outage) are all displayed to help assess the condition of the current Power Outage.
What Ends a Power Outage?
A Power Outage ends when the 21-day EMA crosses above the 50-day SMA, or when the price closes 10% above the recent low and above the 50-day SMA.
This indicator is designed to be viewed on a daily time frame.
Analytics Trading DashboardThe Analytics Trading Dashboard is a tool designed to bring key information about a company into an easy-to-view dashboard. The indicator combines Company Info, Fundamental Data, Price & Volume Data, and Analyst Recommendations all into one table.
Let’s dive into the details by section:
Company Info:
Name – Company name.
Market Cap – Total dollar market value of the company’s outstanding shares of stock.
Float Shares / Shares Outstanding – Floating shares indicate the number of shares available for trading. Outstanding shares are any shares held by shareholders and company insiders.
Sector – The stock's sector.
Industry Group - The industry group the stock belongs to.
IPO Date – Date on which a security is first publicly traded.
Dividend – The latest dividend amount if the company pays one.
Fundamental Data:
EPS Due – The date the company is set to report earnings next.
EPS Est Next Qtr – The earnings per share estimate for the upcoming report.
EPS Est % Chg (Current Qtr) – The earnings growth as a percentage based on the reported earnings of the same quarter from the previous year.
EPS % Chg (Last Qtr) – The earnings growth of the last reported quarter as a percentage versus the same quarter from the previous year.
Last Qtr EPS Surprise – The amount reported earnings beat or missed estimates from the last reported quarter.
Last 3 Qtrs Avg. EPS Growth – The average percentage growth of the last 3 earnings reports.
# Qtrs of EPS Acceleration – The number of consecutive quarters that EPS has increased.
Last 3 Qtrs Avg. Rev Growth – The average percentage growth of the last 3 revenue numbers reported.
# Qtrs of Rev Acceleration – The number of consecutive quarters that revenue has increased.
Gross Margin – Measures gross profit compared to revenue as a percentage.
Debt/Equity Ratio – The ratio of debt to equity, or financial leverage.
Price and Volume Data:
52 Week High – The highest high of the last 52 weeks.
% Off 52 Week High – The percentage the current price has decreased from the 52-week high.
Price vs. Moving Average – The distance as a percentage that the current price is from the selected moving average.
Average Volume – The average number of shares traded based on the selected lookback period.
Average $ Volume – The average of the total value of shares traded based on the selected lookback period.
Pocket Pivots – The number of pocket pivots that have occurred in the selected lookback period.
Up/Down Volume Ratio - A 50-day ratio derived by dividing total volume on up days by the total volume on down days.
ATR – The average true range shown as a dollar value and percentage of current price.
ADR – The average daily range shown as a dollar value and percentage of current price.
Beta - Beta is a measure of its volatility relative to the overall market, indicating how much the stock's price is expected to fluctuate compared to the market average.
Analyst Ratings:
Strong Buy – The number of strong buy recommendations.
Buy – The number of buy recommendations.
Hold – The number of hold recommendations.
Sell – The number of sell recommendations.
Strong Sell – The number of strong sell recommendations.
The Analytics Trading Dashboard also comes with the flexibility to select your preferred moving average for price and volume analysis, as well as to choose the specific lookback period for calculating the Average True Range (ATR), Average Daily Range (ADR), and Pocket Pivots lookback period.
Alpha Momentum Trade - AMT (QUAD Financial)The "Alpha Momentum Trend" indicator was conceived by Tiago Friedrich and programmed by Conrado Villaça.
The indicator description applies to the daily chart. When used on other timeframes, the indicator also changes its signals based on the timeframe used.
It has five fields, from top to bottom:
1. "ATR Multiple MA" greater than multiple: shows how many candles the asset stayed 7 times the ATR (average true range) above the 50-period simple moving average (SMA) in the last 126 candles. The purpose is to identify the strength of the asset because the more times it stayed at this distance from the SMA 50, the greater the acceleration of its prices tends to be, indicating a high momentum asset. You can change the period of the SMA in the indicator settings.
2. ATR% Multiple from MA: shows the multiple of ATR that the asset is from the same SMA as in the upper field. The default is the SMA 50, and the indicator helps identify interesting regions to take profits from long positions. When the asset is more than 7 ATRs above the SMA 50, the asset is considered "stretched," and a correction or price consolidation becomes likely. For high beta assets with a very strong trend, you can use a multiple of 10 ATRs for this purpose.
3. ATR% Multiple from 52w Low: shows the multiple of ATR that the asset is in relation to the 52-week low price. The higher the number, the more the asset has risen relative to its volatility standards, indicating a stronger trend. For momentum traders, it's ideal for the asset to be at least 15 ATRs above the minimum for this period to ensure that it's in a strong uptrend and far from the lows.
4. Longest streak above SMA: within the last 126 candles, it shows the longest streak of days when the asset didn't close below a specific simple moving average. The default definition is with the 10-day SMA, but you can change it in the indicator settings. The more consecutive days the asset can stay above the SMA10, the sign that its trend is consistent and not very volatile, which is desirable. Ideally, an asset should have previously formed an uptrend by staying at least 20 consecutive days above the SMA10.
5. Longest streak above EMA: within the last 126 candles, it shows the longest streak of days when the asset didn't close below a specific exponential moving average. The default definition is with the 21-day EMA, but you can change it in the indicator settings. The more consecutive days the asset can stay above the EMA21, the sign that its trend is consistent and not very volatile, which is desirable. Ideally, an asset should have previously formed an uptrend by staying at least 35 consecutive days above the EMA21.
It's also possible to visualize on the chart the moving averages used for the calculation of the "ATR Multiple MA," "Longest streak above SMA," and "Longest streak above EMA". In the default configuration, this results in a simple 50-day moving average, a simple 10-day moving average, and an exponential 21-day moving average being displayed on the chart, respectively.
MarketSmith VolumesThe 'MarketSmith Volumes' is to be used with the 'MarketSmith Indicator' and 'EPS & Sales' in order to mimic fully MarketSmith Graphs with the maximum number of indicators allowed by a free Tradingview Plan: 3
This indicator is no more than a simple volume indicator where all parameters are already adjusted to resemble MarketSmith graphical volumes.
Also you will find integrated:
High Volumes Bars Peak :
They allow us to see peak volumes at a glance.
10-Week Average Volume :
When viewing a weekly chart, this line represents a 10-week moving average volume level. It allows you to see if the current Volume Bar of the week is above or under the average volume traded in the past 10 Weeks.
50-Day Average Volume :
When viewing a daily chart, this line represents a 50-day moving average volume level. Whether or not volume is above or below the average for a certain period could have a significant impact on your stock chart analysis.
MarketSmith Daily Market IndicatorsMarketSmith Daily Market Indicators is designed to mimic the Daily Market Indicators tab found in MarketSmith. This tab contains 4 different secondary indicators to help gauge the health of the overall market.
This indicator allows you to choose which of the 4 indicators to show, as well as which index to pull data from, Nasdaq or NYSE. There is also a snapshot table showing the following:
# of stock advancing and up volume
# of stocks declining and down volume
# of stock unchanged and unchanged volume
# of stocks making new highs and new lows
Now let's look at the 4 indicators and how they work.
Advance/Decline Line
Plots the number of advancing shares vs the number of declining shares. Heavily weighted index stocks can skew price action, this line helps reveal that and whether most stocks are aligned with the trend.
Short Term Overbought/Oversold Oscillator
A 10-day moving average of the number of stocks moving up in price less the number of stocks moving down in price.
10 Day Moving Average of Up & Down Volume
Two 10 day moving averages to represent the volume of all stocks. Blue line: total volume of all stocks moving up in price. Red line: the total volume of all stocks moving down in price.
10 Day Moving Average of New Highs & New Lows
Two 10-day moving average to represent stocks making new highs and new lows. Blue line: The number of stocks making new price highs. Red line: The number of stocks reaching new lows.
Note this indicator is designed to work on a daily time frame chart. Data typically updates 90 minutes after the close. Data may differ from Marketsmith due to different providers, however the general trends are the same.
Quarterly EarningsThis script displays quarterly earnings per share (EPS) and sales data, and their year-on-year percentage change.
The script builds upon the Volume Price and Fundamentals script by Mohit_Kakkar08 and improves upon the array functions to keep the code light-weight & the output as accurate as possible. This script uses diluted EPS data for calculating the quarterly earnings. New quarters are auto-generated by the script as the earnings data gets updated in Tradingview every quarter.
Features:
⦿ View quarterly earnings per share (EPS) and sales data.
⦿ The percentage change is a YoY (year on year) comparison of the current quarter to the same quarter of the previous year.
⦿ Option to change the data from Quarterly (FQ) to Yearly (FY) .
⦿ Long mode : Option to increase the number of previous quarters displayed in the table (default is the past 4 quarters) to any number.
⦿ Location & size of the table can be changed.
⦿ Option for a 1-click dark mode
⦿ Option for a ' Mini mode ' where the values are replaced by traffic lights for a quick visual:
🟢 or 🔵 YoY increase in earnings/sales
🔴 or 🟣 YoY decrease in earnings/sales
🟡 or 🟠 YoY earnings/sales unchanged
⚪️ No data available
⦿ The top-left cell has the option to display either the free float (FF) or the marketcap (Mcap) of the stock.
Please note that sometimes the Tradingview data reflected in the script output might differ a bit from MarketSmith. Also make sure you are viewing the 'consolidated' data there.
This script was developed as a collaboration between me & @EquityCraze .
Flag FinderFlag Finder Indicator is a technical analysis tool to identify bull and bear flags.
What are flags
Flags are continuation patterns that occur within the general trend of the security. A bull flag represents a temporary pause or consolidation before price resumes it's upward movement, while a bear flag occurs before price continues its downward movement.
Both flag patterns consist of two components:
The Pole
The Flag
The pole is the initial strong upward surge or decline that precedes the flag. The pole is usually a fast move accompanied by heavy volume signaling significant buying or selling pressure.
The flag is then formed as price consolidates after the initial surge or decline from the pole. For a bull flag price will drift slightly downward to sideways, a bear flag will drift upward to sideways. The best flags often see volume dry up during this phase of the pattern.
Indicator Settings
Both components are fully customizable in the indicator so the user can adjust for any time frame or volatility. Select the minimum and maximum accepted limits from the % gain loss required for the pole, the maximum acceptable flag depth or rally and the minimum and maximum number of bars for each component.
Colors and what components are visible at any time are also user controlled.
Trading flags
Traders typically use flags to enter on breakouts. A breakout occurs when price moves above the left side high of a bull flag or below the left side low of a bear flag.
Alerts
The Flag Finder allows for four different types of alerts
New Bull Flag
New Bear Flag
Bull Flag Breakout
Bear Flag Breakout
Pine Script
On top of the indicator identifying bull and bear flags, throughout the source code I left notes on nearly every line to help anyone who is interested in pine script see my thought process and explain which each line of code does. This code isn't too complex, but it offers a look into many different concepts one might use when writing pinescript such as:
input groups
declaring and reassigning variables
for loops
plotshapes & lines
alerts
Webby's Tight IndicatorWebby's Tight Indicator is used to measure a securities volatility relative to itself over time. This is achieved by taking the average of three short term ATR's (average true range) and creating a ratio versus three longer term ATR's.
Mike Webster recently stated he is using the 3,5,8 for the short term ATR's and the 55,89,144 for the long term ATR's. All of the ATR lengths are part of the Fibonacci sequence.
The ratio of the ATR's is then calculated and plotted as a histogram with 0 representing the ATR's being equal. As a stocks short term ATR contracts the histogram will rise above 0 meaning volatility in the short term is contracting relative to long term volatility. On the other hand if the short ATR's are expanding versus the long term ATR's the histogram will fall below 0 and turn red, signifying short term volatility is greater than long term volatility.
The easy visualization of this indicator allows you to quickly see when a stock is in a tight range and could be ready for a potential breakout to the long side or breakdown to the short side.
In this example we see tight price action with a blue histogram followed by volatility to the upside coinciding with a breakout.
In this example we see volatility expanding as a stock continues to fall.
To help differentiate between trending contraction or expansion and just short term blips 5-day exponential moving average of the ratio is also plotted on the histogram and dynamically changes colors as it rises and falls.
Indicator options include:
Change histogram colors
Choose ema line width
Webby's RS LineThe Relative Strength (RS) line is something many investors are familiar with. It is used to measure a stocks performance versus the S&P 500 and is typically calculated by dividing the closing price of the stock by the closing price of the S&P. This means if a stock moves up and the S&P moves down or the stock moves up more than the S&P the RS line will increase, if the stock moves down while the S&P moves up the line will decrease.
While the standard RS line is a powerful tool, Mike Webster recently discussed how he has made changes to the standard RS line and also uses a 21 exponential moving average of the RS line to help guide his decision making. This script puts those new twists on the standard RS line, by first calculating the RS line using the low of both the security and the S&P rather than the closing prices. Next it measures the 21-day exponential moving average of the RS line and plots the distance between the two as a histogram.
A strong trending stock that is out performing the market will see an extended period of a positive blue histogram signifying the RS line is above the 21-ema.
While on the other hand a stock in a downtrend that is underperforming will see a negative red histogram a red histogram signifying the RS line is below the 21-ema.
On top of all of that, the indicator also keeps 3 & 13 exponential moving average of the distance between the RS line and the 21 ema to help identify shorter term relative strength and capture more immediate shifts in momentum. Both of those are plotted on the histogram as well and will change color as they rise and fall making it easy to spot the direction.
Indicator options include:
Choose symbol to measure performance against
Change histogram colors
Choose ema line width
* Note this indicator does not plot the actual RS line, it is the histogram representing the distance between the RS line calculated using the lows and the 21 ema, as well as the two ema's of the relationship.
Webby % Off 52 WeekThis indicator measures a stocks distance from its 52 week high. The concept is based on what Mike Webster shared on his appearance on IBD Live, allowing users to see if a current pullback from the highs is normal compared to historical pullbacks or if more attention is warranted.
It is also important to pay attention to a stocks 52 week high in relation to it's current price to confirm trend, spot potential breakout levels or see if the high acts as an area of resistance.
The indicator has 3 different zones with shaded backgrounds to easily spot the distance off of the high.
Zones
Green Zone - 0 to 8% off highs
Yellow Zone - 8 to 15% off highs
Red Zone - 15 to 25% off highs
Similar Healthy Pullbacks
Possible concern as pullback undercuts previous pullback level
Webby's RSI 2.0Webby's RSI (Really Simple Indicator) 2.0 or version 5.150 as Mike himself calls it, builds upon the original Webby RSI by changing the way we measure extension from the 21-day exponential moving average.
Instead using the percentage of the low versus the 21-day exponential moving average, version 2 uses a multiple of the securities 50 day ATR (average true range) to determine the extension.
Version 2.0 also comes with some new additions, such as measuring the high vs 21-day exponential moving average when a security is below it, as well as an ATR extension from the 10-day simple moving average that Mike looks to as a guide to take partials.
Base Finder DailyThe Base Finder Daily is the companion tool to the original Base Finder which is used to identify consolidation periods in a stock's advance. The Base Finder Daily allows traders to zoom in from the weekly chart and get a more precise view of the daily price action during a basing period.
Base Finder Daily identifies three different types of bases (Flat Base, High Tight Flag, Consolidation) and provides key information about the consolidation such as the depth, length, and pivot point. This information allows traders to compare and analyze the best basing patterns quickly and easily.
This tool helps traders of all levels train their eye to identify potential trading opportunities that might have otherwise gone unnoticed.
Base Finder is a must-have tool for any trader, especially those that have studied the work of William O’Neil. Base Finder stacks up base for base with MarketSmith.
Easily customize the settings, from the look to the intricacies of a consolidation.
Default base settings:
Flat Base
length: 25 days minimum
depth: <= 15%
High Tight Flag
Flag Pole: up 80% or more in less than 40 days
Flag: Less than 25% correction in 10-20 days
Consolidation:
length: minimum 30 days
depth: <= 35%
Notes
This indicator is meant to be used on the daily timeframe.
In order to see the stats labels hover your mouse over the left side high of the consolidation and please make sure the indicator is brought to the front using the visual order of your chart. If the visual order is not correct you will not be able to see the stats label.
Disclaimer:
This indicator is for informational and educational purposes only. Do your own research before making any trade decisions. We accept no liability for any loss or damage, including without limitation any loss of profit, which may arise directly or indirectly from use of or reliance on this indicator.
Market Navigator OscillatorSimilar to the Market Navigator, the Market Navigator Oscillator turns the methodology taught in Market School by Investors Business Daily into an easy-to-use indicator, but in a more condensed form. The Market Navigator Oscillator plots all of the same information as the original Market Navigator, but keeps your main chart clear. This system follows a strict set of rules to help gauge when it's time to increase market exposure or back away.
The indicator considers 24 different buy and sell signals, as well as portfolio management rules, to keep you on the right side of the market with no guesswork.
Buy and sell signals are generated based on different criteria, including the relationship between price and key moving averages, volume, and time. Each signal is assigned a point value, which is then added (buy signal) or subtracted (sell signal) to the running exposure count when the signal occurs. This exposure count is then used to give a recommended maximum exposure level.
The Market Navigator Oscillator also identifies certain instances when being more aggressive is called for, known as a Power Trend. A Power Trend is triggered within the context of an uptrend that meets a certain criterion of price, length, and moving average relationship.
This indicator is a must-have for any trader looking to take the guesswork out of their trading by automating recommended exposure levels and being in step with the market.
Principles covered include:
Recommended maximum portfolio exposure
Buy switch / restraint rules
Follow through / distribution days
Power Trend
Dynamic Day 1
When you first put the indicator on your chart, it will ask you to select Day 1 of the current rally attempt. A Day 1 is defined as either:
The first positive day in a down trending market
A down day where the index closes in the upper half of the daily range
Disclaimer: This indicator is for informational and educational purposes only. Do your own research before making any trade decisions. I accept no liability for any loss or damage, including without limitation any loss of profit, which may arise directly or indirectly from use of or reliance on this indicator.
I am not affiliated with Investor's Business Daily. This is my original interpretation of the rules taught in the Market School Home Study Program.
Market NavigatorThe Market Navigator turns the methodology taught in Market School by Investors Business Daily into an easy-to-use indicator. This system follows a strict set of rules to help gauge when it's time to increase market exposure or back away.
The indicator considers 24 different buy and sell signals, as well as portfolio management rules, to keep you on the right side of the market with no guesswork.
Buy and sell signals are generated based on different criteria, including the relationship between price and key moving averages, volume, and time. Each signal is assigned a point value, which is then added (buy signal) or subtracted (sell signal) to the running exposure count when the signal occurs. This exposure count is then used to give a recommended maximum exposure level.
The Market Navigator also identifies certain instances when being more aggressive is called for, known as a Power Trend. A Power Trend is triggered within the context of an uptrend that meets a certain criterion of price, length, and moving average relationship.
This indicator is a must-have for any trader looking to take the guesswork out of their trading by automating recommended exposure levels and being in step with the market
Principles covered include:
Recommended maximum portfolio exposure
Buy switch / restraint rules
Follow through / distribution days
Power Trend
Customize the indicator so it fits and looks great on your charts!
Multiple ways to view key information
Customize colors
Show or hide different element to see as much or as little information as you want
Highlight the background of Power Trends
Change the bar color of distribution/stall days
Change table position & size
Show or hide key moving averages
Dynamic Day 1
When you first put the indicator on your chart, it will ask you to select Day 1 of the current rally attempt. A Day 1 is defined as either:
The first positive day in a down trending market
A down day where the index closes in the upper half of the daily range
With over 24 buy and sell signals, the built-in reference table makes it simple to crosscheck which signals occur.
Included with this indicator is access to the Market Navigator Oscillator, which plots the exposure count as a line in a separate pane, keeping your main chart uncluttered. This version allows you to see all of the same information in a condensed form.
Disclaimer: This indicator is for informational and educational purposes only. Do your own research before making any trade decisions. I accept no liability for any loss or damage, including without limitation any loss of profit, which may arise directly or indirectly from use of or reliance on this indicator.
I am not affiliated with Investor's Business Daily. This is my original interpretation of the rules taught in the Market School Home Study Program.
Base FinderThe Base Finder is a powerful tool to identify consolidation periods in a stock's advance. With this indicator, traders can effortlessly spot consolidation patterns on their charts providing them with a deeper understanding of the stock's price action.
Base Finder goes beyond identifying consolidation patterns, as it also offers key information about the consolidation such as the depth, length, pivot point, and the number of accumulation or distribution weeks throughout the pattern. This information allows traders to compare and analyze the best basing patterns quickly and easily.
With Base Finder, traders can differentiate between a Flat Base, a High Tight Flag, or a consolidation, like a cup with handle or double bottom base.
This tool helps traders of all levels train their eye to identify potential trading opportunities that might have otherwise gone unnoticed.
Base Finder is a must-have tool for any trader, especially those that have studied the work of William O’Neil. Base Finder stacks up base for base with MarketSmith.
Easily customize the settings, from the look to the intricacies of a consolidation.
Default base and accumulation/distribution settings:
Flat Base
length: 5 weeks minimum
depth: <= 15%
High Tight Flag
Flag Pole: up 80% or more in less than 8 weeks
Flag: Less than 25% correction in 2-4 weeks
Consolidation:
length: minimum 6 weeks
depth: <= 35%
Accumulation Week:
Current candle closes lower, but in the upper half of the weekly closing range on above average volume. OR Current candle closes positive in the upper 40% of the weekly closing range on above average volume.
Distribution Week:
Current candle closes positive, but in the lower quartile of the weekly closing range on above average volume. OR Current candle closes down on the week in the lower half of the weekly closing range on above average volume.
Notes
This indicator is meant to be used on the weekly timeframe.
In order to see the stats labels hover your mouse over the left side high of the consolidation and please make sure the indicator is brought to the front using the visual order of your chart. If the visual order is not correct you will not be able to see the stats label.
Disclaimer:
This indicator is for informational and educational purposes only. Do your own research before making any trade decisions. We accept no liability for any loss or damage, including without limitation any loss of profit, which may arise directly or indirectly from use of or reliance on this indicator.
RS RatingHello everyone.
The RS Rating (or Relative Strenght Rating) is a metric that tracks a stock's price performance relative to the rest of the market. Specifically, it looks at a stock's relative strength over the last 52 weeks.
It allows you to identify at a glance stocks that are outperforming the market and may be poised for further gains.
Designed for break-out traders, trend follower, value investors, the RS Rating can help you identify promising opportunities and make informed investment decisions.
The Rating stands as follow:
- From 1 (worst) to 99 (best)
- 99 rating means the stock is outperforming 99% of all stocks in terms of relative share price performance over the last 52 weeks.
The RS Rating is accompanied by the RS line which is a representation of the progress of the asset against the comparative symbol. (Here SP500)
Of course this script is inspired by the IBD rating system.
The results may be equivalent but it is not guaranteed.
This indicator proposes a scoring system in the style of the one proposed by IBD.
Indeed for an optimal result, it would be necessary to compare the relative performance of all actions, which is not yet possible on PineScript.
Here is the formula for calculating the score:
RS Score = 40% * P3 + 20% * P6 + 20% * P9 + 20% * P12
With
P3 = Performance over the last 3 months
P6 = Performance over the last 6 months
P9 = Performance over the last 9 months
P12 = Performance over the last 12 months
There is no equivalent solution for the moment on TradingView.
The rating score will only appear on the daily timeframe.
For now it's my pleasure to share!
WON WeekliesWilliam O'Neil was a big proponent of using weekly charts, often highlighting the significance of 3 or more tight weekly closes, or a sequence of five or more consecutive up weeks. This indicator recognizes both of these conditions providing clear visual cues to signify this institutional buying activity. When three tight weekly closes or more occur a circle will be drawn around the middle close or the background will change color, depending on user preference. If five or more consecutive up weeks are detected a box is drawn around all the price action of those weeks.
User Options:
- Choose to display both or only one condition
- Customizable colors
- Define what a tight close is (default is less than 1.5%)
- Change background color or display smaller circles for 3 weeks tight
- Alerts for both
Note: 5 weekly closes wont print until the 5th weeks candle is closed.
Extended from Moving AverageThis indicator helps avoid chasing extended stocks by showing every time a stock is too far extended from a selected moving average.
Features:
✔️ selectable moving average and source (high, low, close)
✔️ choose to plot or hide the moving average
✔️ selectable distance to be considered too extended
