Relative Vigor Index (RVI)

Name Type Prerequisite Use Cases
Relative Vigor Index (RVI) Momentum EMA Trend confirmation in volatile markets.

Definition

Measures the conviction of a trend by comparing close to open.

Mathematical Equation

\[ \frac{EMA(C-O)}{EMA(H-L)} \]

Special cases

  • Maximum possible value: Unbounded
  • Minimum possible value: Unbounded
  • Behavior: Oscillates around zero, measuring the conviction of a recent price action.

Visualization

Relative Vigor Index (RVI)

Trading Significance

  • Category: Momentum

  • Use Case: Trend confirmation in volatile markets.