Accelerator Oscillator (AC)¶
| Name | Type | Prerequisite | Use Cases |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accelerator Oscillator (AC) | Momentum | SMA | Spotting momentum shifts before they appear in price. |
Definition¶
Measures the acceleration/deceleration of the Awesome Oscillator.
Mathematical Equation¶
\[
AO - SMA_5(AO)
\]
Special cases¶
- Maximum possible value: Unbounded
- Minimum possible value: Unbounded
- Behavior: Oscillates around a zero line to measure the acceleration or deceleration of market driving force.
Visualization¶
Trading Significance¶
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Category: Momentum
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Use Case: Spotting momentum shifts before they appear in price.