PEAD ScreenerPEAD Screener - Post-Earnings Announcement Drift Scanner
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WHY EARNINGS ANNOUNCEMENTS CREATE OPPORTUNITY
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The days immediately following an earnings announcement are among the noisiest periods for any stock. Within hours, the market must digest new information about a company's profits, revenue, and future outlook. Analysts scramble to update their models. Institutions rebalance positions. Retail traders react to headlines.
This chaos creates a well-documented phenomenon called Post-Earnings Announcement Drift (PEAD): stocks that beat expectations tend to keep rising, while those that miss tend to keep falling - often for weeks after the initial announcement. Academic research has confirmed this pattern persists across decades and markets.
But not every earnings surprise is equal. A company that beats estimates by 5 cents might move very differently than one that beats by 5 cents with unusually high volume, or one where both earnings AND revenue exceeded expectations. Raw numbers alone don't tell the full story.
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HOW "STANDARDIZED UNEXPECTED" METRICS CUT THROUGH THE NOISE
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This screener uses a statistical technique to measure how "surprising" a result truly is - not just whether it beat or missed, but how unusual that beat or miss was compared to the company's own history.
The core idea: convert raw surprises into Z-scores.
A Z-score answers the question: "How many standard deviations away from normal is this result?"
- A Z-score of 0 means the result was exactly average
- A Z-score of +2 means the result was unusually high (better than ~95% of historical results)
- A Z-score of -2 means the result was unusually low
By standardizing surprises this way, we can compare apples to apples. A small-cap biotech's $0.02 beat might actually be more significant than a mega-cap's $0.50 beat, once we account for each company's typical variability.
This screener applies this standardization to three dimensions: earnings (SUE), revenue (SURGE), and volume (SUV).
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THE 9 SCREENING CRITERIA
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1. SUE (Standardized Unexpected Earnings)
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WHAT IT IS:
SUE measures how surprising an earnings result was, adjusted for the company's historical forecast accuracy.
Calculation: Take the earnings surprise (actual EPS minus analyst estimate), then divide by the standard deviation of past forecast errors. This uses a rolling window of the last 8 quarters by default.
Formula: SUE = (Actual EPS - Estimated EPS) / Standard Deviation of Past Errors
HOW TO INTERPRET:
- SUE > +2.0: Strongly positive surprise - earnings beat expectations by an unusually large margin. These stocks often continue drifting higher.
- SUE between 0 and +2.0: Modest positive surprise - beat expectations, but within normal range.
- SUE between -2.0 and 0: Modest negative surprise - missed expectations, but within normal range.
- SUE < -2.0: Strongly negative surprise - significant miss. These stocks often continue drifting lower.
For long positions, look for SUE values above +2.0, ideally combined with positive SURGE.
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2. SURGE (Standardized Unexpected Revenue)
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WHAT IT IS:
SURGE applies the same standardization technique to revenue surprises. While earnings can be manipulated through accounting choices, revenue is harder to fake - it represents actual sales.
Calculation: Take the revenue surprise (actual revenue minus analyst estimate), then divide by the standard deviation of past revenue forecast errors.
Formula: SURGE = (Actual Revenue - Estimated Revenue) / Standard Deviation of Past Errors
HOW TO INTERPRET:
- SURGE > +1.5: Strongly positive revenue surprise - the company sold significantly more than expected.
- SURGE between 0 and +1.5: Modest positive surprise.
- SURGE < 0: Revenue missed expectations.
The most powerful signals occur when BOTH SUE and SURGE are positive and elevated (ideally SUE > 2.0 AND SURGE > 1.5). This indicates the company beat on both profitability AND top-line growth - a much stronger signal than either alone.
When SUE and SURGE diverge significantly (e.g., high SUE but negative SURGE), treat with caution - the earnings beat may have come from cost-cutting rather than genuine growth.
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3. SUV (Standardized Unexpected Volume)
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WHAT IT IS:
SUV detects unusual trading volume after accounting for how volatile the stock is. More volatile stocks naturally have higher volume, so raw volume comparisons can be misleading.
Calculation: This uses regression analysis to model the expected relationship between price volatility and volume. The "unexpected" volume is the residual - how much actual volume deviated from what the model predicted. This residual is then standardized into a Z-score.
In plain terms: SUV asks "Given how much this stock typically moves, is today's volume unusually high or low?"
HOW TO INTERPRET:
- SUV > +2.0: Exceptionally high volume relative to the stock's volatility. This often signals institutional activity - big players moving in or out.
- SUV between +1.0 and +2.0: Elevated volume - above normal interest.
- SUV between -1.0 and +1.0: Normal volume range.
- SUV < -1.0: Unusually quiet - less activity than expected.
High SUV combined with positive price movement suggests accumulation (buying). High SUV combined with negative price movement suggests distribution (selling).
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4. % From D0 Close
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WHAT IT IS:
This measures how far the current price has moved from the closing price on its initial earnings reaction day (D0). The "reaction day" is the first trading day that fully reflects the earnings news - typically the day after an after-hours announcement, or the announcement day itself for pre-market releases.
Calculation: ((Current Price - D0 Close) / D0 Close) × 100
HOW TO INTERPRET:
- Positive values: Stock has gained ground since earnings. The higher the percentage, the stronger the post-earnings drift.
- 0% to +5%: Modest positive drift - earnings were received well but momentum is limited.
- +5% to +15%: Strong drift - buyers continue accumulating.
- > +15%: Exceptional drift - significant institutional interest likely.
- Negative values: Stock has given back gains or extended losses since earnings. May indicate the initial reaction was overdone, or that sentiment is deteriorating.
This metric is most meaningful within the first 5-20 trading days after earnings. Extended drift (maintaining gains over 2+ weeks) is a stronger signal than a quick spike that fades.
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5. # Pocket Pivots
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WHAT IT IS:
Pocket Pivots are a volume-based pattern developed by Chris Kacher and Gil Morales. They identify days where institutional buyers are likely accumulating shares without causing obvious breakouts.
Calculation: A Pocket Pivot occurs when:
- The stock closes higher than it opened (up day)
- The stock closes higher than the previous day's close
- Today's volume exceeds the highest down-day volume of the prior 10 trading sessions
The screener counts how many Pocket Pivots have occurred since the earnings announcement.
HOW TO INTERPRET:
- 0 Pocket Pivots: No detected institutional accumulation patterns since earnings.
- 1-2 Pocket Pivots: Some institutional buying interest - worth monitoring.
- 3+ Pocket Pivots: Strong accumulation signal - institutions appear to be building positions.
Pocket Pivots are most significant when they occur:
- Immediately following earnings announcements
- Near moving average support (10-day, 21-day, or 50-day)
- On above-average volume
- After a period of price consolidation
Multiple Pocket Pivots in a short period suggest sustained institutional demand, not just a one-day event.
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6. ADX/DI (Trend Strength and Direction)
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WHAT IT IS:
ADX (Average Directional Index) measures trend strength regardless of direction. DI (Directional Indicator) shows whether the trend is bullish or bearish.
Calculation: ADX uses a 14-period lookback to measure how directional (trending) price movement is. Values range from 0 to 100. The +DI and -DI components compare upward and downward movement.
The screener shows:
- ADX value (trend strength)
- Direction indicator: "+" for bullish (price trending up), "-" for bearish (price trending down)
HOW TO INTERPRET:
- ADX < 20: Weak trend - the stock is moving sideways, choppy. Not ideal for momentum trading.
- ADX 20-25: Trend is emerging - potentially starting a directional move.
- ADX 25-40: Strong trend - clear directional movement. Good for momentum plays.
- ADX > 40: Very strong trend - powerful move in progress, but may be extended.
The direction indicator (+/-) tells you which way:
- "25+" means ADX of 25 with bullish direction (uptrend)
- "25-" means ADX of 25 with bearish direction (downtrend)
For post-earnings plays, ideal setups show ADX rising above 25 with positive direction, confirming the earnings reaction is developing into a sustained trend rather than a one-day spike.
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7. Institutional Buying PASS
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WHAT IT IS:
This proprietary composite indicator detects patterns consistent with institutional accumulation at three stages after earnings:
EARLY (Days 0-4): Looks for "large block" buying on the earnings reaction day (exceptionally high volume with a close in the upper half of the day's range) combined with follow-through buying on the next day.
MID (Days 5-9): Checks for sustained elevated volume (averaging 1.5x the 20-day average) combined with positive drift and consistent upward price movement (more up days than down days).
LATE (Days 10+): Detects either visible accumulation (positive drift with high volume) OR stealth accumulation (positive drift with unusually LOW volume - suggesting smart money is quietly building positions without attracting attention).
HOW TO INTERPRET:
- Check mark/value of '1': Institutional buying pattern detected. The stock shows characteristics consistent with large players accumulating shares.
- X mark/value of '0': No institutional buying pattern detected. This doesn't mean institutions aren't buying - just that the typical footprints aren't visible.
A passing grade here adds conviction to other bullish signals. Institutions have research teams, information advantages, and long time horizons. When their footprints appear in the data, it often precedes sustained moves.
Important: This is a pattern detection tool, not a guarantee. Always combine with other analysis.
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8. Strong ATR Drift PASS
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WHAT IT IS:
This measures whether the stock has drifted significantly relative to its own volatility. Instead of asking "did it move 10%?", it asks "did it move more than 1.5 ATRs?"
ATR (Average True Range) measures a stock's typical daily movement. A volatile stock might move 5% daily, while a stable stock might move 0.5%. Using ATR normalizes for this difference.
Calculation:
ATR Drift = (Current Close - D0 Close) / D0 ATR in dollars
The indicator passes when ATR Drift exceeds 1.5 AND at least 5 days have passed since earnings.
HOW TO INTERPRET:
- Check mark/value of '1': The stock has drifted more than 1.5 times its average daily range since earnings - a statistically significant move that suggests genuine momentum, not just noise.
- X mark/value of '0': The drift (if any) is within normal volatility bounds - could just be random fluctuation.
Why wait 5 days? The immediate post-earnings reaction (days 0-2) often includes gap fills and noise. By day 5, if the stock is still extended beyond 1.5 ATRs from the earnings close, it suggests real buying pressure, not just a reflexive gap.
A passing grade here helps filter out stocks that "beat earnings" but haven't actually moved meaningfully. It focuses attention on stocks where the market is voting with real capital.
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9. Days Since D0
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WHAT IT IS:
Simply counts the number of trading days since the earnings reaction day (D0).
HOW TO INTERPRET:
- Days 0-5 (Green): Fresh earnings - the information is new, institutional repositioning is active, and momentum trades are most potent. This is the "sweet spot" for PEAD strategies.
- Days 6-10 (Neutral): Mid-period - some edge remains but diminishing. Good for adding to winning positions, less ideal for new entries.
- Days 11+ (Red): Extended period - most of the post-earnings drift has typically played out. Higher risk that momentum fades or reverses.
Research shows PEAD effects are strongest in the first 5-10 days after earnings, then decay. Beyond 20-30 days, the informational advantage of the earnings surprise is largely priced in.
Use this to prioritize: focus on stocks with strong signals that are still in the early window, and be more selective about entries as days accumulate.
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PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER
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You can use this screener in the chart view or in the Screener.
One combination of the above filters to develop a shortlist of positive drift candidates may be:
- SUE > 2.0 (significant earnings beat)
- SURGE > 1.5 (significant revenue beat)
- Positive % From D0 Close (price confirming the good news)
- Institutional Buying PASS (big players accumulating)
- Strong ATR Drift PASS (statistically significant movement)
- Days Since D0 < 10 (still in the active drift window)
No single indicator is sufficient. The power comes from convergence - when multiple independent measures all point the same direction.
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SETTINGS
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Key adjustable parameters:
- SUE Method: "Analyst-based" uses consensus estimates; "Time-series" uses year-over-year comparison
- Window Size: Number of quarters used for standardization (default: 8)
- ATR Drift Threshold: Minimum ATR multiple for "strong" classification (default: 1.5)
- Institutional Buying thresholds: Adjustable volume and CLV parameters
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DISCLAIMER
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This screener is a research tool, not financial advice. Past patterns do not guarantee future results. Always conduct your own due diligence and manage risk appropriately. Post-earnings trading involves significant uncertainty and volatility. The 'SUE' in this indicator does not represent a real person; any similarity to actual Sue's (or Susans for that matter) living or dead is quite frankly ridiculous, not to mention coincidental.
Indikator dan strategi
EMA Cross Color Buy/Sell//@version=5
indicator("EMA Color Cross + Trend Arrows V6", overlay=true, max_bars_back=500)
// === Inputs ===
fastLen = input.int(9, "Hızlı EMA")
slowLen = input.int(21, "Yavaş EMA")
// === EMA Hesapları ===
emaFast = ta.ema(close, fastLen)
emaSlow = ta.ema(close, slowLen)
// Trend Yönü
trendUp = emaFast > emaSlow
trendDown = emaFast < emaSlow
// === Çizgi Renkleri ===
lineColor = trendUp ? color.new(color.green, 0) : color.new(color.red, 0)
// === EMA Çizgileri (agresif kalın) ===
plot(emaFast, "Hızlı EMA", lineColor, 4)
plot(emaSlow, "Yavaş EMA", color.new(color.gray, 70), 2)
// === Ok Sinyalleri ===
buySignal = ta.crossover(emaFast, emaSlow)
sellSignal = ta.crossunder(emaFast, emaSlow)
// Büyük Oklar
plotshape(buySignal, title="AL", style=shape.triangleup, color=color.green, size=size.large, location=location.belowbar)
plotshape(sellSignal, title="SAT", style=shape.triangledown, color=color.red, size=size.large, location=location.abovebar)
// === Trend Bar Color ===
barcolor(trendUp ? color.green : color.red)
Renkli EMA Crossover//@version=5
indicator("Renkli EMA Crossover", overlay=true)
// EMA periyotları
fastLength = input.int(9, "Hızlı EMA")
slowLength = input.int(21, "Yavaş EMA")
// EMA hesaplama
fastEMA = ta.ema(close, fastLength)
slowEMA = ta.ema(close, slowLength)
// EMA renkleri
fastColor = fastEMA > fastEMA ? color.green : color.red
slowColor = slowEMA > slowEMA ? color.blue : color.orange
// EMA çizgileri (agresif kalın)
plot(fastEMA, color=fastColor, linewidth=3, title="Hızlı EMA")
plot(slowEMA, color=slowColor, linewidth=3, title="Yavaş EMA")
// Kesişimler
bullCross = ta.crossover(fastEMA, slowEMA)
bearCross = ta.crossunder(fastEMA, slowEMA)
// Oklarla sinyal gösterimi
plotshape(bullCross, title="Al Sinyali", style=shape.triangleup, location=location.belowbar, color=color.green, size=size.large)
plotshape(bearCross, title="Sat Sinyali", style=shape.triangledown, location=location.abovebar, color=color.red, size=size.large)
Box Indicator - Auto Draw Previous Day's - High / Midline / LowThis indicator draws a box around the previous day’s high and low, calculates the midline, and displays them on the current day’s chart. It helps visualize key support/resistance levels from the prior trading day.
This script gives you a static reference box from the prior day’s trading range, including a midpoint. It’s useful for spotting potential reversal zones, breakout levels, or intraday targets based on yesterday’s price action.
Ultimate MTF//@version=5
indicator("Ultimate MTF", shorttitle="Ultimate MTF", overlay=true)
// ============== EMA 13 (Court Terme - Accélérateur) ==============
ema13_enabled = input(true, title="Enable EMA 13", group="EMA 13")
ema13_period = input.int(13, title="EMA 13 Period", minval=1, group="EMA 13")
ema13_color = input(color.new(#FF6B35, 0), title="EMA 13 Color", group="EMA 13")
// ============== EMA 21 (Court Terme - Signal) ==============
ema21_enabled = input(true, title="Enable EMA 21", group="EMA 21")
ema21_period = input.int(21, title="EMA 21 Period", minval=1, group="EMA 21")
ema21_color = input(color.new(#004E89, 0), title="EMA 21 Color", group="EMA 21")
// ============== SMA 50 (Moyen Terme - Zone de Vérité) ==============
sma50_enabled = input(true, title="Enable SMA 50", group="SMA 50")
sma50_period = input.int(50, title="SMA 50 Period", minval=1, group="SMA 50")
sma50_color = input(color.new(#F7931E, 0), title="SMA 50 Color", group="SMA 50")
// ============== SMA 200 (Long Terme - Juge de Paix) ==============
sma200_enabled = input(true, title="Enable SMA 200", group="SMA 200")
sma200_period = input.int(200, title="SMA 200 Period", minval=1, group="SMA 200")
sma200_color = input(color.new(#43A047, 0), title="SMA 200 Color", group="SMA 200")
// ============== FUNCTION TO CALCULATE MA ==============
calcMA(period, maType, source) =>
switch maType
"SMA" => ta.sma(source, period)
"EMA" => ta.ema(source, period)
=> ta.ema(source, period)
// ============== CALCULATE MOVING AVERAGES ==============
ema13_value = ta.ema(close, ema13_period)
ema21_value = ta.ema(close, ema21_period)
sma50_value = ta.sma(close, sma50_period)
sma200_value = ta.sma(close, sma200_period)
// ============== PLOT MOVING AVERAGES ==============
plot(ema13_enabled ? ema13_value : na, title="EMA 13", color=ema13_color, linewidth=2)
plot(ema21_enabled ? ema21_value : na, title="EMA 21", color=ema21_color, linewidth=2)
plot(sma50_enabled ? sma50_value : na, title="SMA 50", color=sma50_color, linewidth=2)
plot(sma200_enabled ? sma200_value : na, title="SMA 200", color=sma200_color, linewidth=2)
15min Candle > 20% of Daily ATRThis Pine Script® (v6) indicator, titled "15min Candle > 20% of Daily ATR", detects unusually large 15-minute candles by comparing their size (full range or body) to a user-defined percentage (default 20%) of the previous day's Average True Range (ATR, default 14-period).
MTF 5 Moving Averages//@version=5
indicator("Multi-Timeframe 5 Moving Averages", shorttitle="MTF MA x5", overlay=true)
// ============== MOVING AVERAGE 1 ==============
ma1_enabled = input(true, title="Enable MA1", group="Moving Average 1")
ma1_period = input.int(9, title="MA1 Period", minval=1, group="Moving Average 1")
ma1_type = input.string("EMA", title="MA1 Type", options= , group="Moving Average 1")
ma1_color = input(color.new(#FF6B35, 0), title="MA1 Color", group="Moving Average 1")
// ============== MOVING AVERAGE 2 ==============
ma2_enabled = input(true, title="Enable MA2", group="Moving Average 2")
ma2_period = input.int(20, title="MA2 Period", minval=1, group="Moving Average 2")
ma2_type = input.string("EMA", title="MA2 Type", options= , group="Moving Average 2")
ma2_color = input(color.new(#004E89, 0), title="MA2 Color", group="Moving Average 2")
// ============== MOVING AVERAGE 3 ==============
ma3_enabled = input(true, title="Enable MA3", group="Moving Average 3")
ma3_period = input.int(50, title="MA3 Period", minval=1, group="Moving Average 3")
ma3_type = input.string("SMA", title="MA3 Type", options= , group="Moving Average 3")
ma3_color = input(color.new(#F7931E, 0), title="MA3 Color", group="Moving Average 3")
// ============== MOVING AVERAGE 4 ==============
ma4_enabled = input(true, title="Enable MA4", group="Moving Average 4")
ma4_period = input.int(100, title="MA4 Period", minval=1, group="Moving Average 4")
ma4_type = input.string("SMA", title="MA4 Type", options= , group="Moving Average 4")
ma4_color = input(color.new(#1E88E5, 0), title="MA4 Color", group="Moving Average 4")
// ============== MOVING AVERAGE 5 ==============
ma5_enabled = input(true, title="Enable MA5", group="Moving Average 5")
ma5_period = input.int(200, title="MA5 Period", minval=1, group="Moving Average 5")
ma5_type = input.string("EMA", title="MA5 Type", options= , group="Moving Average 5")
ma5_color = input(color.new(#43A047, 0), title="MA5 Color", group="Moving Average 5")
// ============== FUNCTION TO CALCULATE MA ==============
calcMA(period, maType, source) =>
switch maType
"SMA" => ta.sma(source, period)
"EMA" => ta.ema(source, period)
"WMA" => ta.wma(source, period)
=> ta.sma(source, period)
// ============== CALCULATE MOVING AVERAGES (CHART TIMEFRAME ONLY) ==============
ma1_value = calcMA(ma1_period, ma1_type, close)
ma2_value = calcMA(ma2_period, ma2_type, close)
ma3_value = calcMA(ma3_period, ma3_type, close)
ma4_value = calcMA(ma4_period, ma4_type, close)
ma5_value = calcMA(ma5_period, ma5_type, close)
// ============== PLOT MOVING AVERAGES ==============
plot(ma1_enabled ? ma1_value : na, title="MA1", color=ma1_color, linewidth=2)
plot(ma2_enabled ? ma2_value : na, title="MA2", color=ma2_color, linewidth=2)
plot(ma3_enabled ? ma3_value : na, title="MA3", color=ma3_color, linewidth=2)
plot(ma4_enabled ? ma4_value : na, title="MA4", color=ma4_color, linewidth=2)
plot(ma5_enabled ? ma5_value : na, title="MA5", color=ma5_color, linewidth=2)
Current and Previous Period Anchored VWAPanchored VVWAPS and previous month VWAP extend out into the following month. Includes 1SD for both
Pulsar Heatmap CVD/OBV [by Oberlunar]Pulsar Heatmap CVD/OBV by Oberlunar is a non-repainting order-flow-like indicator designed to support fast, practical decisions—especially for day trading and scalping. It blends OBV and CVD into a structured heatmap with three lanes (OBV, CVD, and a blended COMBO) and splits each lane into two halves: flow pressure and price reaction (PriceΔ) . All values are normalised into the same range, so the intensity of each component is easy to compare at a glance.
In a simple sense, Pulsar Heatmap aims to provide a clean, integrated order-flow view: one framework that turns well-known volume concepts into a clearer read of market pressure and response. Personally, it feels like the kind of tool I would have always wanted on my chart, because it brings familiar information together into a more organic picture that is easier to use in real time.
Visually, the indicator is built around three main elements: the heatmap lanes , a pulsing triangle HUD , and a timed dashboard table . Under the hood, it follows a clear hierarchy: a Bias layer (directional context with a confidence percentage), a strict Signal layer (triggered only when full alignment occurs, with optional confirmation and stickiness), and optional timing logic based on ROC + Acceleration to validate impulses and highlight potential Exhaustion or Absorption regimes. With the option "Safe Mode" enabled, calculations update only on confirmed bars, so signals remain stable and do not repaint.
Optionally, the script can also print signal arrows/labels on the main chart only when a real Signal triggers (not when you only have Bias). To keep the chart clean, the same-direction label is not repeated unless the next signal appears at a more advantageous price than the previous one (for shorts: a higher price; for longs: a lower price). If the direction flips (SHORT → LONG or LONG → SHORT), label printing is re-enabled immediately.
What makes Pulsar Heatmap feel different is that it doesn’t leave you with two separate lines and a lot of guesswork. It organises the information into a readable decision map: pressure , response , agreement , disagreement , impulse , and timing . It was built with scalping in mind, but it’s not limited to scalping: the structure is useful whenever you want context first, and a strict trigger only when alignment is truly present.
Clean Trend Alignment (Ideal Continuation)
A “best case” scenario where flow and price response agree across lanes, so the system produces a high-confidence direction and a clean trigger. Show the heatmap with consistent colouring, the Bias band strong, and a confirmed signal/bias.
Setup 1 — Long Signal (Clean Alignment + Impulse)
In this example, Pulsar Heatmap transitions into a clear long setup when the system prints a LONG SIGNAL . The key idea is simple: the indicator does not enter on “bias” alone. It waits for full alignment across the internal lanes, optionally reinforced by the ROC/Acceleration impulse layer, and only then does it confirm a signal on a closed bar (Safe Mode).
What to highlight on the screenshot
The LONG SIGNAL label: this is the only moment the setup is considered “triggered”.
The LONG BIAS % label: this is context (direction + confidence), not the trigger.
The Triangle HUD : it visually summarises which component is driving the move (OBV/CVD/COMBO weight).
The Timed Table : show that Exhaustion is OFF while impulse metrics are supportive ( dynROC U and dynACC U positive).
If present, the Absorption state (e.g., ABS_LONG + “tight range”): it often appears during compression before expansion, and it adds context to why the breakout can accelerate.
How to read this long setup
Context : Bias is long (even if the % is not huge yet), and the system is not showing exhaustion.
Trigger : A LONG SIGNAL appears only after full alignment (with confirmation bars). If dynamic gating is enabled, the signal is valid only when the impulse agrees.
Quality checks : Positive dynROC and dynACC support the timing; absence of exhaustion reduces the risk of “late entry”. Absorption/tight range can indicate a “pressure build-up” phase.
Practical scalping execution (simple rule set)
Entry timing: consider the entry only on (or immediately after) the confirmed LONG SIGNAL candle.
Risk idea: invalidate the setup if the signal flips, or if price falls back into the compression/range that preceded the move (common absorption-breakout logic).
Exit clue: if Exhaustion turns ON or impulse weakens (acceleration flips), treat it as a warning to reduce exposure or take profit.
Setup 2 — Short Signal After Compression (Absorption → Release)
In this screenshot the short trade idea is not coming from “red candles” alone, but from a very specific sequence: the heatmap shows a shift into bearish alignment, the system prints a SHORT SIGNAL , and the timed module confirms that the market was in a tight range while sell pressure started to dominate.
What this image is really showing
You have a SHORT SIGNAL label on the chart: this is the trigger moment (not the bias).
The context reads SHORT BIAS 18% : it’s supportive, but the execution decision is driven by the signal.
The table shows Absorption = SHORT with a tight range (Range % is low): this often means price was compressed while one side kept applying pressure.
dyn metrics are negative ( dynROC U < 0 and dynACC U < 0): the impulse is coherent with the short direction, so the move is not just “random drift.”
How to read the heatmap here
Earlier, the lanes are mixed (more “two-sided”), then near the signal, the heatmap becomes decisively bearish. That change matters: it tells you the market stopped being balanced and started leaning in one direction with better internal coherence.
Why is this short “high quality” in scalping terms
Compression first : absorption/tight range means the market was storing energy.
Alignment next : the signal appears when the internal lanes agree.
Impulse last : negative ROC + negative acceleration support a real downside push, reducing the odds of a weak, slow fade.
Simple ensure-you-don’t-overtrade rule
Treat the SHORT SIGNAL as the only “go” moment. If you only see bias without signal, or the heatmap stays mixed/disagreeing, it’s usually a lower-quality scalp environment.
Disagreement Zone (Mixed Votes, Higher Risk) — A Practical Exit Area
In this screenshot, Pulsar Heatmap is clearly warning that the market is no longer “one-sided”. You can still see a directional context ( SHORT BIAS 11% ), but the key message is the DISAGREE tag: the reminder that the internal votes are split and the flow/price components are no longer moving in a clean, coherent way.
What this means in a trend continuation is very practical: a Disagreement Zone is often a good EXIT area . When you are already in a short trend, this is the moment where continuation becomes less reliable and where the market can start rotating, stalling, or snapping back.
Why it works as an exit trigger
In a healthy continuation, the lanes tend to stay aligned. Here they don’t: one or more halves contradict the dominant direction.
That loss of coherence typically shows up before the chart becomes obvious, so it can act as an early warning.
For scalping, this is where risk/reward often deteriorates: spreads, noise, and whipsaws increase exactly when the indicator starts disagreeing.
How to use it in a simple way
If you are already short , treat DISAGREE as a signal to take profit, tighten the stop, or scale out .
Avoid adding to the position inside disagreement: even if bias remains short, the internal structure is not “clean” enough to justify aggressive continuation entries.
If later the heatmap returns to full alignment and a new SHORT SIGNAL appears (ideally at a better price), then the continuation becomes actionable again.
“DISAGREE during a short continuation: coherence breaks down. In practice, this is often an exit/scale-out zone, not a fresh entry zone.”
Setup 3 — Neutral State (Stand-By Zone, No Trade Yet)
In the following screenshot, Pulsar Heatmap is doing something very important: it is clearly saying NEUTRAL 0% . Even if, visually, price could “look” like it might resume upward, the indicator is not providing a directional edge yet. This is a classic stand-by condition: the market is transitioning, and the internal components are not aligned enough to justify a directional scalp.
“Neutral 0%: mixed votes and no dominant driver. Even if the price looks promising, Pulsar stays in stand-by until bias rebuilds and a confirmed signal appears.”
What to highlight on the screenshot
The centre label NEUTRAL 0% : this is the key message—no bias strength worth following.
The heatmap is mixed/transitioning: lanes are not consistently one colour, meaning votes are not coherent.
The triangle HUD sits close to the centre: it visually reflects “no dominant driver” right now.
The table can still show background context (e.g., Absorption with a tight range), but that does not override neutrality: it’s information, not a trigger.
How to interpret “Neutral” in practice
When the indicator is neutral, it means the system sees a balance between pressure and reaction (or conflicting components), so direction is statistically less reliable. In scalping terms, this is usually where spreads and noise can eat you alive if you force entries.
Why this is still useful (even without a trade)
Neutral is not “nothing”—it is a filter. It prevents you from trading when the signal quality is low, and it forces the workflow to be clean: wait for Bias to build, then wait for a confirmed Signal , and only then treat it as a real setup.
What you wait for next
If the market turns bullish again, you want to see heatmap alignment returning and eventually a confirmed LONG SIGNAL —however, in the following examples, the heatmap does not follow the trade completely (unlike the previous generated long signal). Thus, a long entry is very risky.
If the market rolls over, you want the opposite: bearish alignment and a confirmed SHORT SIGNAL . Until one of these happens, Neutral = stand-by .
Setup 4 — Impulse + Exhaustion (Late-Stage Move, Don’t Chase)
In this screenshot, you’re basically seeing a “timing warning” configuration. Price prints a sharp bearish extension, but Pulsar Heatmap is not presenting it as a clean continuation setup: the center read is NEUTRAL 0% , while the timed engine shows both Absorption = SHORT and Exhaustion = SHORT . That combination often means: the downside pressure was real, but the move is already in a late/fragile phase (good for managing an existing short, not for opening a new one).
How to read it (practical scalping logic)
Absorption SHORT = there was compression/tight action with persistent bearish pressure building under the surface.
Exhaustion SHORT = the impulse is “spent” or destabilising (acceleration signature is no longer healthy for continuation entries).
Neutral 0% on the main HUD = the system is not granting directional confidence anymore, even if the last candles look aggressive.
Translation: if you were already short, this zone is often for taking profit / tightening risk . If you are not in, it’s usually a wait-for-reset moment.
Possible mean reversions in yellow
Those yellow tiles are the indicator’s “caution prints” (the same colour family used to express DISAGREE ). They appear when the internal structure becomes mixed —i.e., some halves/lanes are not supporting the dominant direction cleanly (or a divergence-style conflict is detected). In practice, they often mark the transition from clean pressure to noisy/late pressure , which is exactly where chasing entries tends to be punished.
How to use them
In a trend continuation, yellow tiles are a strong hint to stop adding and to manage risk more defensively (or treat the phase as “risky trend reversion”).
When they show up near an extension candle (like here), they often signal that the move is shifting into a less stable regime—better for protecting profits than for initiating new entries.
Stepping back for a moment, OBV (On-Balance Volume) and CVD (Cumulative Volume Delta) are both classic tools for studying volume flow, but they differ in what they measure. OBV tracks cumulative volume using price direction: it adds volume on up closes and subtracts it on down closes. CVD tracks the net difference between buying and selling pressure, aiming to reflect the effective push from buyers versus sellers. Both describe the "force behind price" , but from different angles.
OBV is the more traditional approach. It increases when the market closes higher and decreases when it closes lower, so it often works well as a trend-support and divergence tool: if price rises while OBV falls, that mismatch can suggest weakness beneath the move. Because it relies on the close-to-close direction, OBV naturally aligns with trend confirmation across bars.
CVD , instead, is about the ongoing battle between buyers and sellers. Conceptually, it accumulates the net delta between aggressive buying and aggressive selling over time. Positive values tend to indicate stronger buying pressure; negative values indicate stronger selling pressure. Its focus is the tug-of-war itself—who is pushing, rather than simply whether the bar ended up closing up or down.
The practical differences are straightforward. OBV uses the closing direction to assign the full volume, so it tends to be more connected to the overall trend structure. CVD is usually more sensitive to shifts in pressure and can react faster when the market changes character. OBV is commonly used to confirm trends and highlight divergences; CVD is commonly used to spot early pressure changes and moments where one side starts to dominate.
This is also why combining them inside one normalised framework can be so effective. You are not relying on a single volume interpretation. You are pairing a trend-confirmation view (OBV) with a pressure-sensitive view (CVD), and you are making them comparable in a shared scale so agreement and divergence become immediately visible. When they agree, conviction is clearer. When they diverge, you often see important information—hesitation, absorption, or pressure that the price is not fully accepting.
👁️ by Oberlunar ⭐
Dragon Smart Timing (Trend Analysis)Introduction Dragon Smart Timing is a comprehensive "Clean Chart" trading system designed for trend followers who prefer a minimalist workspace. Instead of cluttering your chart with multiple moving averages and noisy signals, this indicator consolidates complex market data into a sleek, real-time Neon Dashboard.
The system identifies high-probability Pullback Entries within a strong trend and includes a built-in Trade Management Assistant to help you decide when to Hold, Take Profit, or Stop Loss.
1. 🛠 How It Works (The 4-Pillar Logic) The system scans for a specific "Confluence" of 4 conditions. An "Entry Now" signal is triggered only when ALL of the following are met:
Trend Filter (The Safety Guard): Price must be ABOVE the EMA 200. This ensures you only trade in the direction of the long-term trend, avoiding counter-trend risks.
Momentum Alignment: Short-term trends must be healthy (EMA 21 > EMA 50 > EMA 100).
Smart Pullback (RSI): RSI (14) must dip into the "Golden Zone" (40 - 55) and bounce upward. We buy the dip, not the top.
Volume Confirmation: Validates the move with a Volume Spike (> 1.5x Average Volume).
2. 🤖 Trade Management Assistant Unlike standard indicators that leave you guessing after the entry, Dragon Smart Timing tracks the trade for you:
🐲 Entry Now: Signal to open a long position.
✊ Holding...: The system recognizes an active trade and monitors price action.
💰 Take Profit: Triggered when the price closes below the EMA 21, signaling momentum weakness.
🛑 Stop Loss: Triggered if the price drops 7% below your entry price to protect capital.
3. 🖥 The Neon Dashboard
Trend: Displays "Strong Up", "Aligned", or "Below EMA200".
RSI / Vol: Shows real-time values without clutter.
Action: The most important row. It lights up in Neon Green (Entry), Orange (Take Profit), or Red (Stop Loss).
⚙️ Settings
Trend Filter: Adjustable EMA 200 (Turn it into EMA 89 or 100 depending on your style).
Dashboard: Fully customizable position (Top/Bottom/Center) and size to fit your screen.
Risk Parameters: Adjustable Stop Loss % and Volume Multipliers.
⚠️ Risk Disclaimer
This script is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Trading involves a high degree of risk. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
Carry Stress Trigger (ZAR)A regime indicator for detecting stress in ZAR carry trades before price moves aggressively
Overview
Carry Stress Trigger (ZAR) is a regime-detection indicator that identifies early warning signals of carry-trade stress in the South African Rand (ZAR).
ZAR is one of the most widely used high-yield carry currencies, but its performance can reverse sharply when:
- Global risk sentiment deteriorates.
- Funding currencies (especially JPY) strengthen.
- Emerging market FX begins to underperform
This indicator combines risk, funding, and EM FX signals into a single Carry Stress Score, helping traders avoid being caught on the wrong side of sudden USDZAR or ZARJPY moves.
Indicator Logic (How It Works)
The model evaluates three independent conditions, each representing a core driver of carry trade behaviour:
Global Risk-Off Signal (VIX)
- Uses the VIX index as a proxy for global risk appetite
- Condition is triggered when:
VIX > its 20-period moving average
This captures rising volatility and risk aversion — a common precursor to EM FX sell-offs.
Funding Stress Signal (JPY Strength)
- JPY is the primary funding currency for global carry trades
- Condition is triggered when:
USDJPY < its 20-period moving average
A strengthening JPY often signals carry unwinds across EM FX.
EM FX Underperformance (ZAR vs USD)
- Measures whether ZAR is underperforming relative to the USD
- Uses a relative ratio:
USDZAR / DXY
The signal triggers when ZAR weakens beyond broad USD strength, isolating ZAR-specific stress rather than general dollar moves.
Carry Stress Score
Each condition contributes 1 point:
Score Regime Interpretation
0–1 Carry Friendly Risk-on environment, carry trades supported
2 Warning Stress building, caution advised
3 Carry Stress High risk of carry unwind / sharp ZAR moves
The score is plotted as a step line and optionally highlighted with background shading when stress rises.
How to Use It
USDZAR Traders
Score 0–1: Trend continuation and carry strategies more reliable
Score ≥ 2: Avoid fading USDZAR upside aggressively
Score = 3: Expect volatility expansion and fast upside spikes
ZARJPY / Carry Baskets
Score ≥ 2: Reduce exposure, tighten stops
Score = 3: Carry trades historically underperform
Risk Management
Use the indicator as a regime filter, not a standalone entry signal
Best combined with:
- Key USDZAR levels (support/resistance)
- SARB / CPI / Fed event weeks
-Volatility-based position sizing
Timeframe Notes
- The Lookback Length applies to the current chart timeframe
- On Daily charts, a length of 20 ≈ 1 trading months
- On Intraday charts, the signals become faster and more tactical
- For macro and swing trading, the Daily timeframe is recommended.
Important Notes
- This indicator is not predictive — it identifies regime conditions
- Carry trades can remain profitable even during early stress
- The strongest signals occur when Score = 3 aligns with key price levels or macro events
Selected Days Indicator V3-TrDoes the stock drop every Wednesday? Do March months always move similarly? Does the 1st week of the month behave differently?
Do you ever say "it always makes this move in these months"? Don't you want to see more clearly whether it actually makes this move or not? Don't you want to see and test periodically repeating price patterns?
Hisse her Çarşamba düşüyor mu? Mart ayları hep benzer mi hareket ediyor? Ayın 1. haftası farklı mı davranıyor?
Bazen "bu aylarda hep bu hareketi yapıyor" dediğiniz oluyor mu? Gerçekten de bu hareketi yapıp yapmadığını daha net görmek istemez misiniz? Periyodik tekrarlayan fiyat kalıplarını görmek ve test etmek istemiyor musunuz?
1. Problem
Some stocks or crypto assets exhibit systematic behaviors on certain days, weeks, or months. But it's hard to see - everything is mixed together on the chart. This indicator isolates the days/weeks/months you want and shows only them. Hides everything else.
2. How It Works
Three-layer filter: Day (Monday, Tuesday...), Week (1st, 2nd, 3rd week of the month), Month (January, February...). Select what you want, let the rest disappear. Example: Show only Thursdays of March-June-September. Or compare every 1st week of the month. View as candlestick, line, or column chart.
3. What's It Good For?
Test "end-of-month effect". Find "day-of-the-week anomaly". Analyze crypto volatility by days. See seasonality in commodities. Discover patterns specific to your own strategy. Past data doesn't guarantee the future but provides statistical advantage.
Box Theory StrategyHere is an explanation of the Box Theory trading strategy.
The Core Philosophy
This strategy is based on the idea that the market is a battle between buyers and sellers, and that these groups often defend the same price levels they used previously. Instead of trying to predict every move, this method focuses on trading only at the "extremes" where the probabilities are highest, while avoiding the middle of the chart where price action is random.
1. The Setup: Drawing the Box
To use this strategy, you must define the "playing field" for the day before you take any trades.
Top of the Box: Draw a line at the Previous Day’s High.
Bottom of the Box: Draw a line at the Previous Day’s Low.
Center Line: Draw a line roughly in the middle of these two points.
This box represents the established range where the market recently found value.
2. The Three Zones & Rules
Once the box is drawn, the chart is divided into three zones. Each zone dictates a specific action.
Zone 1: The Top (Resistance / Sell Zone)
What it represents: This is where sellers previously stepped in and pushed the price down. It is a known area of supply.
The Rule: NO BUYING.
If the price rallies to this level, you should look for Short/Sell opportunities.
Why? Buying here means purchasing at a price that was previously rejected. The probability of a reversal (price going down) is high.
Zone 2: The Bottom (Support / Buy Zone)
What it represents: This is where buyers previously stepped in and pushed the price up. It is a known area of demand.
The Rule: NO SELLING.
If the price drops to this level, you should look for Long/Buy opportunities.
Why? Selling here means shorting into support. The probability of a bounce (price going up) is high.
Zone 3: The Middle (Indecision Zone)
What it represents: This is the area of noise and confusion. Neither buyers nor sellers have clear control here.
The Rule: DO NOT TRADE.
Why? In the middle of the range, the odds of the price going up or down are roughly 50/50. Trading here is considered gambling because you do not have a statistical edge.
3. Execution: How to Trade
The Entry
Short Setup: Wait for the price to touch or slightly pierce the Top of the Box. Enter a short position when you see the price failing to break out (e.g., leaving a wick and closing back inside the box).
Long Setup: Wait for the price to touch or slightly pierce the Bottom of the Box. Enter a long position when you see the price failing to break down (e.g., bouncing off the level).
Stop Loss (Risk Management)
This strategy offers a very clear invalidation point.
For Shorts: Place your Stop Loss just above the box.
For Longs: Place your Stop Loss just below the box.
Logic: If the price clearly breaks out of the box, the range is broken, and you want to exit the trade immediately with a small loss.
Take Profit (Targets)
First Target: The Center Line. This is a safe place to take some profit or move your stop loss to breakeven.
Main Target: The opposite side of the box (e.g., if you sold at the top, target the bottom).
4. Handling Gaps (The "Cheater Box")
If the market opens significantly higher or lower than the previous day's range (a large gap), the original box may be too far away to be useful.
Adjustment: In this scenario, you can draw a new box using the highest and lowest price points of the current trading session so far.
Once this new range is established, apply the same rules: Sell the high, Buy the low, and avoid the middle.
Monday Tuesday Initial Balance and Range ProjectionsThis indicator is based on Stacey Burke’s definition of Initial Balance, where Monday and Tuesday together establish the Initial Balance for the trading week.
The high and low formed across Monday and Tuesday define the Initial Balance. Once Tuesday closes, this range is locked in and used as a structural reference for the remainder of the week.
What the Indicator Displays
Initial Balance High (Monday–Tuesday high)
Initial Balance Low (Monday–Tuesday low)
Optional midpoint
Optional range projections:
0.5 range extension to the upside/downside
1.0 range extension to the upside/downside
These extensions are calculated using the Monday–Tuesday range, projected above the Initial Balance High.
Why This Matters
In a large percentage of weeks:
The weekly high or low is established by Monday or Tuesday
One side of the Initial Balance tends to hold, while the other may break and trend
The range provides context for high-probability setups, not trade signals
Price will typically:
Reject the Initial Balance extremes (reversal / three-day setup)
Break and hold outside the balance (trend week)
Rotate within the balance (consolidation)
How to Use It
This tool is designed for context and structure, supporting:
Three Day Setups
First Green / First Red Days
False breaks
Weekly pump-and-dump / dump-and-pump scenarios
Trade execution should still be aligned with session timing, 15-minute structure, price action confirmation, and news awareness.
Tails and WicksTails and Wicks 📊
A clean price action tool that spots strong wick rejection candles and draws semi-transparent colored boxes around their high-to-low range. 🔍
Boxes extend forward to highlight potential S/R zones – perfect for pinbars, hammers, shooting stars & indecision dojis! 🚀
Features:
• 🟢 Bullish tails (long lower wick – default green)
• 🔴 Bearish tails (long upper wick – default red)
• 🟠 Indecision (both long wicks – default orange)
• Independent toggles & custom colors 🎨
• Adjustable wick % threshold (default 60%)
• Fixed or infinite right extension ➡️
• Limit recent zones per type (default 4) to keep charts tidy 🧹
• Pure visual – no text clutter (disable "Labels on price scale" in indicator Style tab if needed)
Lightweight, customizable, and great for clean price action trading! 💹
[iQ]PRO Market Structure+ 🚀 PRO Market Structure - Unlocking the Language of the Market
A premium, institutionally-inspired indicator meticulously engineered to decode the complex dynamics of price action and market structure in real-time.
The PRO Market Structure tool provides a clear, objective framework for identifying and tracking the crucial swing points that define market trends. Designed for traders who demand precision, this indicator automatically maps out the high-probability levels of support and resistance, transforming raw price data into actionable structural intelligence.
🧠 Core Intelligence
This advanced tool employs a sophisticated, proprietary logic to pinpoint confirmed market swing highs and swing lows (HH, HL, LH, LL). Unlike simpler methods, our unique state-machine algorithm handles market noise and consolidations with exceptional resilience, ensuring the plotted structure is robust and reliable.
Dynamic Pivot Detection: Utilizes adjustable look-back periods to confirm significant swing points, ensuring you are focused only on structural moves that matter.
Sequential Structure Tracking: The indicator maintains a rigorous internal state, tracking the sequence of structure breaks to distinguish between continuous trend moves and potential reversals.
🔥 Actionable Signal Generation
Move beyond static charting with immediate, intelligent alerts for critical shifts in market control.
BOS (Break of Structure): Automatically detects and marks powerful confirmations of a continuing trend, signaling momentum and directional strength.
CHoCH (Change of Character): Clearly identifies the initial warning signs of a potential trend reversal, highlighting the critical structural level where market balance shifts from bulls to bears, or vice-versa.
Precision and Customization: Signals are generated based on a choice between wick or close penetration, combined with an optional buffer to filter out noise and guarantee high-confidence breaks.
📊 Multi-Timeframe (MTF) Mastery
Gain an unparalleled bird's-eye view of the market with the integrated MTF Structure Panel.
Holistic Context: Simultaneously monitors key market structure on up to three user-defined timeframes, providing essential confluence for high-conviction trade entries.
Advanced Evaluation: The MTF panel offers a proprietary assessment of Trend, Status (BOS/CHoCH), Retracement Percentage, and Key Break Levels for each timeframe, streamlining your top-down analysis into a single, comprehensive view.
✨ Key Features at a Glance
Real-time Level Plotting: Optional plotting of current structural levels (HH, HL, LH, LL) acts as dynamic guides for price action.
Customizable Aesthetics: Full control over colors, line styles, and labeling to integrate seamlessly with your charting setup.
Performance Optimization: Efficient use of Pine Script features, managing object counts to ensure smooth, lag-free operation even on lower timeframes.
The PRO Market Structure is not just an indicator; it is your dedicated structural analyst, providing the objective edge required to navigate complex markets with confidence.
SHAP-Aligned BUY Signal (Daily, Edge-Triggered)Based on the XGBoost + SHAP interpretation report, I'll explain which indicators to monitor for buying NVO. However, I must emphasize that this model performed poorly (47.5% accuracy) and should NOT be used for actual trading! That said, here's what the model learned (for educational purposes):
📊 Top Indicators to Monitor for BUY Signals
1. Days_Since_Low (Most Important - 1.264)
Direction: BULLISH ↑
Interpretation: Higher values → UP prediction
What to monitor: Track how many days since the stock hit its recent low
Buy signal: When the stock has been recovering for an extended period (e.g., 100+ days from low)
Why it matters: The model learned that stocks in long-term recovery tend to continue rising
2. SMA_50 (50-day Moving Average) (0.413)
Direction: BULLISH ↑
Interpretation: Higher absolute SMA_50 values → UP prediction
What to monitor: The 50-day simple moving average price level
Buy signal: When SMA_50 is at higher levels (e.g., above $80-90)
Why it matters: Higher moving averages indicate stronger long-term trends
3. SMA_200 (200-day Moving Average) (0.274)
Direction: BULLISH ↑
Interpretation: Higher SMA_200 → UP prediction
What to monitor: The 200-day simple moving average
Buy signal: When SMA_200 is trending upward and at elevated levels
Why it matters: Long-term trend indicator; golden cross (SMA_50 > SMA_200) is traditionally bullish
4. BB_Width (Bollinger Band Width) (0.199)
Direction: BULLISH ↑
Interpretation: WIDER Bollinger Bands → UP prediction
What to monitor: The distance between upper and lower Bollinger Bands
Buy signal: When BB_Width is expanding (increasing volatility often precedes trend moves)
Why it matters: Widening bands can signal the start of a new trend
5. Price_SMA_50_Ratio (0.158)
Direction: BULLISH ↑
Interpretation: When price is ABOVE the 50-day MA → UP prediction
What to monitor: Current price ÷ SMA_50
Buy signal: When ratio > 1.0 (price is above the 50-day average)
Why it matters: Price above moving averages indicates uptrend
6. Momentum_21D (21-day Momentum) (0.152)
Direction: BULLISH ↑
Interpretation: Positive 21-day momentum → UP prediction
What to monitor: 21-day rate of change
Buy signal: When momentum is positive and increasing
Why it matters: Positive momentum suggests continuation
7. Stoch_K (Stochastic Oscillator) (0.142)
Direction: BULLISH ↑
Interpretation: Higher Stochastic K → UP prediction
What to monitor: Stochastic oscillator (0-100 scale)
Buy signal: When Stoch_K is rising from oversold (<20) or in mid-range (40-60)
Why it matters: Measures momentum and overbought/oversold conditions
Kinetic Scalper [BULLBYTE]KINETIC SCALPER - ADVANCED MOMENTUM & CONFLUENCE TRADING SYSTEM
A SOPHISTICATED MULTI-FACTOR ANALYSIS INDICATOR FOR PRECISION ENTRIES
The Kinetic Scalper is a comprehensive trading analysis tool that combines volume-weighted momentum calculations, multi-oscillator divergence detection, and a proprietary 15-factor confluence scoring system to identify high-probability reversal setups across all timeframes.
WHAT MAKES THIS INDICATOR ORIGINAL
This is NOT a simple mashup of existing indicators.
The Kinetic Scalper features a completely custom momentum engine called the "Kinetic Pulse" - a volume-weighted momentum oscillator with Fisher Transform normalization that fundamentally differs from standard RSI or other momentum indicators. Every component feeds into a unified algorithmic framework designed specifically for this system.
KEY INNOVATIONS:
KINETIC PULSE ENGINE
Unlike standard RSI which uses simple price changes, the Kinetic Pulse applies:
→ Volume weighting to price movements (high-volume moves carry more weight)
→ EMA smoothing instead of traditional SMA (faster response to changes)
→ Fisher Transform normalization for improved signal clarity
→ Adaptive period adjustment based on current volatility regime
→ Result: A momentum oscillator that responds to conviction, not just price noise
15-FACTOR CONFLUENCE SCORING SYSTEM
Every signal is graded based on the number of confirming factors present:
→ Momentum position (oversold/overbought extremes)
→ Momentum velocity (direction change confirmation)
→ Momentum acceleration (strength of reversal)
→ Multi-oscillator divergence (price vs. 3 oscillators)
→ Volume confirmation (above-average participation)
→ Volume delta analysis (buying vs. selling pressure)
→ Higher timeframe alignment (trend confirmation from larger timeframe)
→ Session timing (major forex session awareness)
→ Structure clearance (clear path to profit targets)
→ Support/resistance proximity (confluence with key levels)
→ Market regime filtering (trending vs. choppy conditions)
Signals are graded A+, A, or B based on how many factors align:
• CONSERVATIVE MODE: A+ requires 12+ factors, A requires 9+, B requires 7+
• BALANCED MODE: A+ requires 10+ factors, A requires 7+, B requires 5+
• AGGRESSIVE MODE: A+ requires 8+ factors, A requires 5+, B requires 3+
TRADE ANALYSIS STATE MACHINE
A sophisticated monitoring system that tracks trade conditions in real-time using:
→ 5-state analysis framework (Factors Aligned / Positive Bias / Mixed Signals / Factors Weakening / Negative Bias)
→ Hysteresis-based transitions (different thresholds to enter vs. exit states)
→ Confidence smoothing with EMA (reduces noise, prevents flip-flopping)
→ Minimum commitment periods before state changes
→ Override logic for significant events (near TP/SL, momentum reversals)
→ Result: Stable, actionable guidance that doesn't change on every bar
INSTRUMENT-AWARE CALIBRATION
Automatically detects what you're trading and applies optimized parameters:
→ Forex Majors: Standard ATR, high session weight
→ Forex Crosses: Tighter stops, moderate session weight
→ Crypto: Wider stops (1.8x multiplier), reduced session weight (24/7 markets)
→ Indices: Moderate-wide stops, high session weight
→ Commodities: Moderate stops, moderate session weight
WHAT THIS INDICATOR DOES
The Kinetic Scalper is designed to identify high-confluence reversal opportunities by analyzing multiple dimensions of market behavior simultaneously.
CORE FUNCTIONS:
1. SIGNAL GENERATION
→ Identifies potential reversal points at oversold/overbought extremes
→ Confirms with multi-oscillator divergence detection
→ Validates with volume, higher timeframe, and structural analysis
→ Filters out low-probability setups automatically
→ Grades signals based on total confluence factors present
2. AUTOMATED TRADE TRACKING
→ Calculates structure-based or ATR-based stop loss levels
→ Projects take profit targets using risk-to-reward ratios
→ Monitors live position status (P/L, distance to targets, R-multiple)
→ Tracks TP1 and TP2 hits automatically
→ Displays outcome markers (TP HIT, PARTIAL WIN, STOPPED)
3. REAL-TIME CONDITION MONITORING
→ Analyzes 6 factor categories during active trades
→ Provides confidence scoring (0-100 scale)
→ Generates actionable guidance based on current market state
→ Alerts when conditions deteriorate or improve
→ Helps with trade management decisions
4. COMPREHENSIVE MARKET ANALYSIS
→ Session detection (Asian, London, New York, Overlap)
→ Volatility regime identification (Low, Normal, High, Extreme)
→ Trend state classification (Trending Up/Down, Ranging, Transitioning)
→ Volume analysis (relative volume and delta approximation)
→ Choppiness filtering (blocks signals in ranging markets)
WHY USE THIS INDICATOR
PROBLEM: Most momentum indicators generate too many false signals at extremes.
SOLUTION: The Kinetic Scalper requires MULTIPLE confirming factors before generating a signal, dramatically reducing noise and focusing on high-confluence setups.
ADVANTAGES:
✓ QUALITY OVER QUANTITY
→ Signal grading ensures you can filter for only the highest-quality setups
→ A+ signals have 10-12+ confirming factors aligned
→ Cooldown periods prevent over-trading the same move
✓ COMPLETE TRADE FRAMEWORK
→ Entry signals with confluence justification
→ Calculated stop loss based on market structure or ATR
→ Two profit targets with clear risk-to-reward ratios
→ Live trade monitoring with factor analysis
→ Outcome tracking and visual markers
✓ ADAPTIVE TO MARKET CONDITIONS
→ Volatility-based period adjustment for momentum calculations
→ Instrument-specific ATR multipliers
→ Session awareness for forex traders
→ Higher timeframe trend filtering
→ Automatic regime detection (trending vs. choppy)
✓ TRANSPARENT METHODOLOGY
→ Every input has detailed tooltips explaining its purpose
→ Signal tooltips show exactly why a signal was generated
→ Dashboard displays all relevant market conditions
→ Factor scores are visible during trades
→ No "black box" mystery calculations
✓ NON-REPAINTING & RELIABLE
→ All signals use barstate.isconfirmed (only on closed bars)
→ Higher timeframe data uses lookahead_off with historical offset
→ No future data access or repainting behavior
→ What you see is what you get - signals don't disappear or move
HOW THE INDICATOR WORKS
SIGNAL GENERATION PROCESS:
STEP 1: MOMENTUM ANALYSIS
The Kinetic Pulse engine calculates volume-weighted momentum:
→ Price changes are weighted by volume ratio vs. 20-bar average
→ High-volume moves have more influence on the oscillator
→ Gains and losses are smoothed using EMA (not SMA like RSI)
→ Fisher Transform is applied for normalization to 0-100 scale
→ Result: Momentum reading that emphasizes conviction, not noise
STEP 2: REVERSAL DETECTION
The indicator looks for potential reversal conditions:
→ Kinetic Pulse reaching oversold zone (below dynamic lower threshold)
→ Momentum velocity turning positive after being negative (for longs)
→ OR bullish divergence detected on multiple oscillators
→ Price making lower lows while oscillators make higher lows = divergence
STEP 3: MULTI-OSCILLATOR DIVERGENCE CONFIRMATION
Divergence is validated across three sources:
→ Kinetic Pulse divergence
→ CCI divergence
→ Stochastic divergence
→ Multiple oscillators confirming divergence increases signal reliability
STEP 4: CONFLUENCE FACTOR SCORING
The system evaluates all 15 possible confirming factors:
→ Momentum position: Is pulse oversold/overbought? (+0 to +2 points)
→ Momentum direction: Is velocity reversing? (+0 to +2 points)
→ Momentum acceleration: Is reversal strengthening? (+0 to +1 point)
→ Divergence count: How many oscillators show divergence? (+0 to +2 points)
→ Volume strength: Is volume above 1.3x average? (+0 to +1 point)
→ Volume delta: Is cumulative delta positive/negative? (+0 to +1 point)
→ HTF alignment: Does higher timeframe support direction? (+0 to +2 points)
→ Session timing: Is it a prime trading session? (+0 to +1 point)
→ Clear air: Is path to targets clear of obstacles? (+0 to +1 point)
→ Structure confluence: Are we near support/resistance? (+0 to +1 point)
→ Market regime: Is market trending, not choppy? (+0 to +1 point)
Total possible score: 15 points
Minimum for signal: 3-12 points depending on sensitivity mode
STEP 5: FILTER VALIDATION
Before generating a signal, additional checks are performed:
→ Volume must be above minimum threshold (if filter enabled)
→ Higher timeframe must not oppose the signal direction (if filter enabled)
→ Target path must be clear of major resistance/support (if filter enabled)
→ Volatility must not be EXTREME (blocks signals in chaos)
→ Risk-to-reward ratio must meet minimum requirement
→ Cooldown period must have elapsed since last signal
STEP 6: SIGNAL GRADING
If all filters pass, the signal is graded based on score:
→ A+ Grade: Highest confluence (8-12+ factors depending on sensitivity)
→ A Grade: High confluence (5-9+ factors)
→ B Grade: Moderate confluence (3-7+ factors)
Only graded signals (A+, A, or B) are displayed.
STEP 7: TRADE LEVEL CALCULATION
Stop loss and targets are calculated automatically:
STOP LOSS METHODS:
• Structure-Based: Uses recent swing low/high with ATR buffer, constrained by min/max ATR limits
• ATR-Based: Pure ATR multiplier with min/max constraints
• Fixed ATR: Simple ATR multiplier, no adjustments
TARGET CALCULATION:
• TP1: Entry ± (Stop Distance × Target 1 R:R)
• TP2: Entry ± (Stop Distance × Target 2 R:R)
• Default: TP1 at 1.0 R:R (1:1), TP2 at 2.0 R:R (1:2)
STEP 8: TRADE MONITORING
Once a signal is taken, the indicator tracks:
→ Current P/L in ticks and R-multiples
→ Distance to each target in ATR units
→ Distance to stop loss in ATR units
→ TP1 hit detection (marks with label, updates lines)
→ TP2 hit detection (closes trade, marks outcome)
→ Stop loss hit detection (closes trade, differentiates partial vs. full loss)
STEP 9: FACTOR ANALYSIS (DURING TRADES)
The Trade Analysis Panel monitors 6 key factor categories:
→ Momentum: Is momentum still aligned with trade direction? (-15 to +15 pts)
→ Position: Current R-multiple position (-12 to +12 pts)
→ Volume: Is volume still supportive? (-6 to +6 pts)
→ HTF Alignment: Does HTF still support trade? (-6 to +8 pts)
→ Target Proximity: How close are we to targets? (0 to +10 pts)
→ Stop Proximity: Are we dangerously close to stop? (-15 to +3 pts)
Raw scores are summed and smoothed using 5-bar EMA to create Confidence Score (0-100).
STEP 10: STATE MACHINE TRANSITIONS
Based on smoothed confidence, the system transitions between 5 states:
→ FACTORS ALIGNED (72+): Everything looks good
→ POSITIVE BIAS (58-72): Conditions favorable
→ MIXED SIGNALS (48-58): Neutral conditions
→ FACTORS WEAKENING (22-48): Concerning signals
→ NEGATIVE BIAS (<22): Poor conditions
Hysteresis prevents rapid flipping between states (different entry/exit thresholds).
RECOMMENDED TIMEFRAMES & INSTRUMENTS
TIMEFRAME VERSATILITY:
Despite the name "Scalper," this indicator works on ALL timeframes:
✓ LOWER TIMEFRAMES (1m - 15m)
→ Ideal for: Scalping and very short-term trades
→ Expect: More signals, faster trades, requires active monitoring
→ Best for: Forex majors, liquid crypto pairs
→ Tip: Use Conservative sensitivity to reduce noise
✓ MID TIMEFRAMES (15m - 1H)
→ Ideal for: Intraday trading and day trading
→ Expect: Moderate signal frequency, 1-4 hour trade duration
→ Best for: Forex, indices, major crypto
→ Tip: Balanced sensitivity works well here
✓ HIGHER TIMEFRAMES (4H - Daily)
→ Ideal for: Swing trading and position trading
→ Expect: Fewer signals, higher-quality setups, multi-day trades
→ Best for: All instruments
→ Tip: Can use Aggressive sensitivity for more opportunities
INSTRUMENT COMPATIBILITY:
✓ FOREX MAJORS (EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/JPY, etc.)
→ Auto-detected or manually select "Forex Major"
→ Session filtering is highly valuable here
→ London/NY overlap generates best signals
✓ FOREX CROSSES (EUR/GBP, AUD/NZD, etc.)
→ Auto-detected or manually select "Forex Cross"
→ Slightly tighter stops applied automatically
→ Session weight reduced vs. majors
✓ CRYPTOCURRENCIES (BTC, ETH, SOL, etc.)
→ Auto-detected or manually select "Crypto"
→ Wider stops (1.8x multiplier) due to volatility
→ Session filtering less relevant (24/7 markets)
→ Works well on both spot and perpetual futures
✓ INDICES (S&P 500, NASDAQ, DAX, etc.)
→ Auto-detected or manually select "Index"
→ Session opens (NY, London) are important
→ Moderate stop widths applied
✓ COMMODITIES (Gold, Silver, Oil, etc.)
→ Auto-detected or manually select "Commodity"
→ Moderate stops and session awareness
→ Works well on both spot and futures
VISUAL ELEMENTS EXPLAINED
SIGNAL MARKERS:
The indicator offers 3 display styles (choose in settings):
• PREMIUM STYLE (Default)
→ Signal appears below/above candles with connecting line
→ Background panel with grade badge (LONG , SHORT , etc.)
→ Entry price displayed
→ Direction arrow pointing to entry candle
→ Most informative, best for detailed analysis
• MINIMAL STYLE
→ Simple dot marker with grade text next to it
→ Clean, unobtrusive design
→ Best for mobile devices or cluttered charts
→ Less visual noise
• CLASSIC STYLE
→ Diamond marker with grade badge below/above
→ Traditional indicator aesthetic
→ Good balance between info and simplicity
ALL STYLES INCLUDE:
→ Signal tooltips with complete trade plan details
→ Grade display (A+, A, or B)
→ Color coding (bright colors for A+, standard for A/B)
SIGNAL TOOLTIP CONTENTS:
When you hover over any signal marker, you'll see:
→ Signal direction and grade
→ Confluence score (actual points vs. required)
→ Reason for signal (divergence type, reversal pattern)
→ Complete trade plan (Entry, Stop, TP1, TP2)
→ Risk in ticks
→ Risk-to-reward ratios
→ Market conditions at signal (Pulse value, HTF status, Volume, Session)
TRADE LEVEL LINES:
When Trade Tracking is enabled:
• ENTRY LINE (Yellow/Gold)
→ Solid horizontal line at entry price
→ Shaded zone around entry (±ATR buffer)
→ Label showing entry price
→ Extends 20-25 bars into future
• STOP LOSS LINE (Orange/Red)
→ Dashed line at stop level
→ Label showing stop price and distance in ticks
→ Turns dotted and changes color after TP1 hit (breakeven implied)
→ Deleted when trade closes
• TAKE PROFIT 1 LINE (Blue)
→ Dotted line at TP1 level
→ Label showing price and R:R ratio (e.g., "1:1.0")
→ Turns solid and changes to green when hit
→ Deleted after TP1 hit
• TAKE PROFIT 2 LINE (Blue)
→ Solid line at TP2 level
→ Label showing price and R:R ratio (e.g., "1:2.0")
→ This is the "full win" target
→ Deleted when trade closes
OUTCOME MARKERS:
When trade milestones are reached:
• - Green label appears when first target is touched
• - Green label when second target is touched (trade complete)
• - Red label if stop loss hit before any target
• - Orange label if TP1 hit but then stopped out
PREVIOUS DAY LEVELS:
If enabled (Show Previous Day Levels):
• PDH (Previous Day High) - Solid red/orange line
→ Label shows "PDH: "
→ Useful resistance reference for intraday trading
• PDL (Previous Day Low) - Solid green line
→ Label shows "PDL: "
→ Useful support reference for intraday trading
BACKGROUND TINTS:
Subtle background colors indicate states:
→ Light green tint: Active long position being tracked
→ Light red tint: Active short position being tracked
→ Light orange tint: Extreme volatility warning (signals blocked)
DASHBOARD GUIDE
The indicator features TWO dashboard panels:
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MAIN DASHBOARD (Top Right by default)
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WHEN NO TRADE IS ACTIVE:
→ Bias: Current market bias (BULLISH, BEARISH, NEUTRAL, LEAN LONG/SHORT)
→ Based on Kinetic Pulse position and velocity
→ Helps you understand overall momentum direction
→ Pulse: Current Kinetic Pulse value (0-100 scale)
→ <30 = Oversold (potential long setups developing)
→ >70 = Overbought (potential short setups developing)
→ 40-60 = Neutral zone
→ Volatility: Current volatility regime (LOW, NORMAL, HIGH, EXTREME)
→ Calculated from ATR ratio vs. 100-period average
→ EXTREME volatility blocks all signals (too chaotic)
→ Trend: Market state classification
→ TREND UP / TREND DOWN: ADX > 25, directional movement clear
→ RANGING: ADX < 20, choppy conditions
→ TRANSITIONING: ADX 20-25, developing conditions
→ VOLATILE: Extreme ATR regime
→ Session: Current forex session
→ ASIAN (00:00-08:00 UTC)
→ LONDON (07:00-16:00 UTC)
→ NEW YORK (13:00-22:00 UTC)
→ LDN/NY (13:00-16:00 UTC) - Overlap period, highest volatility
→ OFF-HOURS: Outside major sessions
→ Volume: Current volume vs. 20-bar average
→ Displayed as multiplier (e.g., "1.45x" = 45% above average)
→ Green if >1.3x (high volume, bullish for signal quality)
→ Red if <0.8x (low volume, bearish for signal quality)
→ HTF: Higher timeframe analysis status
→ BULLISH: HTF momentum supports longs
→ BEARISH: HTF momentum supports shorts
→ NEUTRAL: No clear HTF direction
→ Best Score: Highest confluence score currently available
→ Shows both long and short scores
→ Format: " / "
→ Example: "8/7 " means long score is 8, threshold is 7, long is leading
→ Helps you anticipate which direction might signal next
→ PDH/PDL: Previous day high and low prices
→ Quick reference for intraday support/resistance
WHEN TRADE IS ACTIVE:
→ Trade: Direction and grade (e.g., "LONG ")
→ Entry: Entry price of current trade
→ P/L: Current profit/loss
→ Shown in ticks and R-multiples
→ Format: "+45 | +0.75R" or "-20 | -0.35R"
→ Green when positive, red when negative
→ TP1: First target status
→ Shows price and distance if not hit
→ Shows "HIT" in green if reached
→ TP2: Second target price and distance
→ Stop: Stop loss price and current distance from stop
→ Bars: Number of bars since entry (trade duration)
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TRADE ANALYSIS PANEL (Bottom Left by default)
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This panel provides algorithmic analysis of market conditions. It does NOT provide investment advice or recommendations.
WHEN NO TRADE IS ACTIVE:
Shows scanning status and signal readiness:
→ Long/Short Readiness Gauges
→ Visual bar showing proximity to signal threshold
→ Score display (e.g., "8/7" means 8 points scored, 7 needed)
→ "RDY" indicator when threshold reached
→ Status Messages
→ "Scanning for setups..." - Normal scanning mode
→ "Long setup ready - cooldown: X bars" - Signal qualified but in cooldown
→ "Oversold conditions - watch for reversal" - Setup developing
→ "Choppy conditions detected" - Warning about market state
→ "Extreme volatility - signals blocked" - Safety filter active
WHEN TRADE IS ACTIVE:
Header shows current analysis state:
→ FACTORS ALIGNED (Green) - Everything looks good, confidence 72+
→ POSITIVE BIAS (Light Green) - Conditions favorable, confidence 58-72
→ MIXED SIGNALS (Blue) - Neutral conditions, confidence 48-58
→ FACTORS WEAKENING (Orange) - Concerning signals, confidence 22-48
→ NEGATIVE BIAS (Red) - Poor conditions, confidence <22
Confidence Score:
→ Displayed as percentage (0-100%)
→ Visual gauge (|||||.....)
→ Trend indicator (Rising, Falling, Stable)
→ Shows momentum of confidence change
Factor Breakdown (if enabled):
Shows 6 factor categories with individual scores:
→ Momentum: Is momentum aligned with trade? (-15 to +15 points)
→ Positive if velocity matches trade direction
→ Negative if momentum opposes trade
→ Position: Current R-multiple analysis (-12 to +12 points)
→ Positive if trade is in profit
→ Negative if underwater
→ Score increases as profit grows
→ Volume: Is volume supportive? (-6 to +6 points)
→ Positive if volume above average
→ Negative if volume weak
→ HTF Align: Higher timeframe status (-6 to +8 points)
→ Positive if HTF still supports trade direction
→ Negative if HTF turned against trade
→ Target: Proximity to profit targets (0 to +10 points)
→ Higher score when approaching targets
→ Bonus if TP1 already hit and near TP2
→ Stop Dist: Distance from stop loss (-15 to +3 points)
→ Negative if dangerously close to stop (<0.3 ATR)
→ Positive if well away from stop (>1.5 ATR)
Each factor shows:
• Score value with +/- indicator
• Trend symbol: + (improving), - (deteriorating), = (stable)
• Visual gauge
Guidance Messages:
→ "TARGET 2 APPROACHING" - TP2 within 0.3 ATR
→ "TARGET 1 APPROACHING" - TP1 within 0.3 ATR
→ "STOP PROXIMITY WARNING" - Stop within 0.3 ATR
→ "Factors aligned - Holding" - Positive state, stay in trade
→ "Conditions favorable" - Still looking good
→ "Conditions mixed - " - Neutral assessment
→ "Factors deteriorating" - Warning of weakening setup
→ "Confluence weakening - secure gains" - Consider exit if profitable
COMPACT MODE (Mobile-Friendly):
→ Reduces panel size by showing only essential info
→ Factor icons instead of full breakdowns
→ Simplified guidance messages
→ Perfect for smaller screens
SETTINGS GUIDE
MASTER SETTINGS:
Instrument Type
→ Purpose: Optimizes ATR multipliers and session weights for your asset
→ Options: Auto-Detect (recommended), Forex Major, Forex Cross, Crypto, Index, Commodity
→ Default: Auto-Detect
→ When to change: If auto-detection is incorrect for your symbol
Signal Sensitivity
→ Purpose: Controls how many factors required before generating signals
→ Options:
• Conservative: Requires 12+ for A+, 9+ for A, 7+ for B (fewer, highest quality)
• Balanced: Requires 10+ for A+, 7+ for A, 5+ for B (recommended)
• Aggressive: Requires 8+ for A+, 5+ for A, 3+ for B (more frequent)
→ Default: Balanced
→ When to change: If you want fewer signals (Conservative) or more opportunities (Aggressive)
Enable Trade Signals
→ Purpose: Master on/off switch for signal generation
→ Default: ON
→ When to disable: If you only want to use the analysis dashboards without signals
Enable Trade Tracking
→ Purpose: Tracks active trades and monitors conditions until TP/SL hit
→ Default: ON
→ When to disable: If you manage trades manually and don't want automatic tracking
Show Entry/Stop/Target Levels
→ Purpose: Displays trade plan lines and labels on chart
→ Default: ON
→ When to disable: If you prefer clean charts or manage levels yourself
DISPLAY SETTINGS:
Color Theme
→ Purpose: Optimizes colors for your chart background
→ Options: Dark (for dark charts), Light (for light charts)
→ Default: Dark
Signal Display Style
→ Purpose: Visual style of signal markers
→ Options:
• Premium: Badge with line and background panel (most detailed)
• Minimal: Simple dot with grade text (cleanest)
• Classic: Diamond marker with badge (traditional)
→ Default: Premium
Signal Distance
→ Purpose: How far signal labels appear from price bars (in ATR units)
→ Range: 0.5 to 10.0
→ Default: 2.0
→ When to adjust: Increase to 3.0-4.0 if signals hide behind candle wicks
TP/SL Label Distance
→ Purpose: Spacing of price labels to prevent overlap
→ Range: 0.5 to 5.0
→ Default: 1.5
Show Previous Day Levels
→ Purpose: Display PDH/PDL reference lines
→ Default: ON
→ Best for: Intraday traders who respect previous day levels
MAIN DASHBOARD:
Show Main Dashboard
→ Purpose: Toggle visibility of market conditions table
→ Default: ON
Main Dashboard Position
→ Options: Top Right, Top Left, Bottom Right, Bottom Left
→ Default: Top Right
→ When to change: To avoid overlap with TradingView's built-in panels
TRADE ANALYSIS PANEL:
Show Trade Analysis Panel
→ Purpose: Toggle factor analysis dashboard
→ Default: ON
Analysis Panel Position
→ Options: Top Right, Top Left, Bottom Right, Bottom Left, Middle Right, Middle Left
→ Default: Bottom Left
→ Recommended: Bottom Right or Middle Right to avoid overlap with Main Dashboard
Compact Mode
→ Purpose: Reduces panel size for mobile or smaller screens
→ Default: OFF
→ When to enable: Mobile trading, small screens, or minimalist preference
Show Factor Details
→ Purpose: Displays individual factor scores vs. overall confidence only
→ Default: ON
→ When to disable: For more compact view showing only state and confidence
RISK MANAGEMENT:
Stop Loss Method
→ Purpose: How stop loss distance is calculated
→ Options:
• Structure-Based: Uses swing highs/lows with ATR buffer (recommended)
• ATR-Based: Pure ATR multiplier with min/max constraints
• Fixed ATR: Simple multiplier, no adjustments
→ Default: Structure-Based
→ Impact: Structure-Based respects market geometry but constrains within safe limits
ATR Stop Multiplier
→ Purpose: Multiplier for ATR-based stop calculation
→ Range: 0.5 to 3.0
→ Default: 1.5
→ When to adjust:
• Increase to 2.0-2.5 for more breathing room (fewer false stops)
• Decrease to 1.0-1.2 for tighter stops (but more stop-outs)
Maximum Stop Distance (ATR)
→ Purpose: Cap on stop width to prevent excessive risk
→ Range: 1.0 to 5.0
→ Default: 2.5
→ Impact: If structure-based stop exceeds this, ATR-based stop is used instead
Minimum Stop Distance (ATR)
→ Purpose: Floor on stop width to avoid noise-induced stops
→ Range: 0.2 to 1.0
→ Default: 0.5
→ Impact: Prevents stops too tight to survive normal volatility
Target 1 Risk/Reward Ratio
→ Purpose: R:R for first profit target
→ Range: 0.5 to 2.0
→ Default: 1.0 (1:1 ratio)
→ Common values: 1.0 for quick profit taking, 1.5 for patient trading
Target 2 Risk/Reward Ratio
→ Purpose: R:R for second profit target (full win)
→ Range: 1.0 to 4.0
→ Default: 2.0 (1:2 ratio)
→ Common values: 2.0-3.0 for balanced risk/reward
Minimum R:R Required
→ Purpose: Filters out signals with poor risk/reward
→ Range: 0.5 to 2.0
→ Default: 1.0
→ Impact: Signals where potential reward doesn't meet this ratio are rejected
→ WARNING: Always ensure your position sizing means a stop loss = no more than 1-2% of your account, regardless of R:R ratio
SIGNAL FILTERS:
Session Awareness
→ Purpose: Weights signals higher during major forex sessions
→ Default: ON
→ Impact: Doesn't block signals, but session quality factors into scoring
→ Best for: Forex traders
Session Timezone
→ Purpose: Timezone for session calculations
→ Options: UTC, America/New_York, Europe/London, Asia/Tokyo, Asia/Hong_Kong
→ Default: UTC
→ When to change: Match your broker's server time
Higher Timeframe Alignment
→ Purpose: Checks HTF momentum before generating signals
→ Default: ON
→ Impact: Filters counter-trend signals, improves quality
→ Recommended: Keep enabled
HTF Timeframe
→ Purpose: Which higher timeframe to check
→ Default: Auto (blank field)
→ Auto selection:
• 1m chart → 5m HTF
• 5m chart → 15m HTF
• 15m chart → 1H HTF
• 1H chart → 4H HTF
• 4H+ chart → Daily HTF
→ Manual override: Enter any timeframe (e.g., "60" for 1-hour)
Volume Confirmation
→ Purpose: Requires above-average volume for signals
→ Default: ON
→ Impact: Filters low-liquidity false signals
→ Recommended: Keep enabled
Minimum Volume Ratio
→ Purpose: Volume threshold vs. 20-bar average
→ Range: 0.3 to 2.0
→ Default: 0.8 (80% of average)
→ When to adjust:
• Increase to 1.2-1.5 for only high-volume signals
• Decrease to 0.5-0.7 for more permissive filtering
Structure Clearance Check
→ Purpose: Ensures clear path to targets (no nearby resistance/support)
→ Default: ON
→ Impact: Prevents trades with immediate obstacles
→ Recommended: Keep enabled
Minimum Bars Between Signals
→ Purpose: Cooldown period after each signal
→ Range: 1 to 10
→ Default: 3
→ Impact: After a signal, this many bars must pass before another in same direction
→ When to adjust:
• Increase to 5-7 to prevent over-trading
• Decrease to 1-2 for faster re-entries
ADVANCED TUNING:
Momentum Period
→ Purpose: Base period for Kinetic Pulse calculation
→ Range: 5 to 30
→ Default: 14
→ When to adjust:
• Lower (8-10): More responsive, noisier
• Higher (18-21): Smoother, slower to react
→ Note: If Adaptive Period enabled, this is adjusted automatically
Adaptive Period
→ Purpose: Auto-adjusts momentum period based on volatility
→ Default: ON
→ Impact: Shortens period in high volatility, lengthens in low volatility
→ Recommended: Keep enabled for automatic optimization
Divergence Lookback
→ Purpose: How far back to search for divergence patterns
→ Range: 10 to 60
→ Default: 30
→ When to adjust:
• Shorter (15-20): Only recent divergences
• Longer (40-50): Catches older divergences (may be less relevant)
Swing Detection Bars
→ Purpose: Bars required on each side to confirm swing high/low
→ Range: 2 to 7
→ Default: 3
→ Impact on stops:
• Lower (2-3): More swing points, potentially tighter stops
• Higher (5-7): Only major swings, wider stops
Choppiness Index Threshold
→ Purpose: Threshold above which market considered choppy
→ Range: 38.2 to 80.0
→ Default: 61.8
→ Impact:
• Lower (50-55): Stricter quality filter (fewer signals in ranging markets)
• Higher (65-70): More permissive (allows signals in choppier conditions)
HOW TO READ SIGNALS
SIGNAL ANATOMY:
When a signal appears, you'll see:
1. DIRECTIONAL MARKER
→ Arrow, dot, or diamond pointing to entry candle (depends on style)
→ Positioned below price for LONG, above price for SHORT
→ Connected to price with line (Premium style)
2. GRADE BADGE
→ Displays signal quality: LONG , SHORT , etc.
→ Color coding:
• Bright green/cyan for A+ longs
• Standard green for A/B longs
• Bright pink/magenta for A+ shorts
• Standard red for A/B shorts
3. ENTRY PRICE (Premium style only)
→ Shows exact entry price at signal generation
4. TOOLTIP (all styles)
→ Hover over signal to see complete trade plan
→ Includes: Entry, Stop, TP1, TP2, Risk, R:R ratios, market conditions, signal reason, confluence score
INTERPRETING GRADES:
→ A+ SIGNALS (Highest Quality)
• 8-12+ confirming factors aligned
• Multiple divergences OR strong momentum reversal
• HTF alignment + volume + session timing + clear structure
• These are your highest-probability setups
• Recommended action: Give these priority, consider larger position size
→ A SIGNALS (High Quality)
• 5-9+ confirming factors aligned
• Good confluence, most key factors present
• Missing 1-2 optimal conditions
• These are still quality trades
• Recommended action: Standard position size, solid setups
→ B SIGNALS (Moderate Quality)
• 3-7+ confirming factors aligned
• Minimum viable confluence
• May be missing HTF alignment, volume, or session timing
• Higher variance outcomes
• Recommended action: Smaller position size or skip if conservative
SIGNAL NARRATIVE:
Each signal tooltip includes a narrative explaining WHY it was generated:
→ "Multi-divergence at oversold extreme"
• Multiple oscillators showing bullish divergence
• Kinetic Pulse in oversold zone
• High-quality reversal setup
→ "Bullish divergence near support"
• Divergence detected
• Price near key support level (swing low or PDL)
• Structure confluence
→ "Momentum reversal with HTF alignment"
• Kinetic Pulse velocity reversing
• Higher timeframe supports direction
• Strong trend-following setup
→ "Oversold momentum reversal"
• Extreme Kinetic Pulse reading reversing
• May not have divergence but strong momentum shift
READING THE TRADE PLAN:
Every signal comes with a complete trade plan:
→ ENTRY: The close price of the signal candle
• This is where the signal triggered
• If using limit orders, you might improve on this price
→ STOP: Calculated stop loss level
• Based on your Stop Loss Method setting
• Distance shown in ticks
• Risk tolerance: Ensure this represents ≤1-2% of your account
→ TP1: First profit target
• Default: 1:1 risk-reward
• This is your partial profit or first exit
• Consider taking 50% off at TP1
→ TP2: Second profit target
• Default: 1:2 risk-reward
• This is your "full win" target
• Hold remaining position for this level
SIGNAL FREQUENCY EXPECTATIONS:
Frequency varies by timeframe, sensitivity, and market conditions:
→ AGGRESSIVE MODE
• Lower timeframes (1m-5m): 5-15 signals per day
• Mid timeframes (15m-1H): 2-5 signals per day
• Higher timeframes (4H-D): 1-3 signals per week
→ BALANCED MODE (Default)
• Lower timeframes: 3-8 signals per day
• Mid timeframes: 1-3 signals per day
• Higher timeframes: 2-5 signals per week
→ CONSERVATIVE MODE
• Lower timeframes: 1-4 signals per day
• Mid timeframes: 0-2 signals per day
• Higher timeframes: 1-3 signals per week
Note: Frequency also depends on market volatility and trending vs. ranging conditions.
Example - Kinetic Scalper Trade Sequence
Here's an example showing the complete trade lifecycle with all dashboard transitions, annotations, and descriptions.
INSTRUMENT & TIMEFRAME DETAILS
Symbol: Nifty 50 Index (NSE)
Date: December 15, 2025
Session: London session (active trading hours)
Instrument Type: Index (auto-detected)
TRADE SEQUENCE BREAKDOWN
SCREENSHOT 1: Pre-Signal Setup Building (Image 1)
Time: ~12:00-14:30 UTC+5:30(approx.)
Price Action: Uptrend showing signs of exhaustion near 26,200
Market State: Price at session highs
Main Dashboard (Top Right):
- Bias: LEAN SHORT
- Pulse: 58.9 (approaching overbought)
- Volatility: NORMAL
- Trend: TRANSITIONING
- Session: LONDON (favorable timing)
- Volume: 0.98x (slightly below average)
- HTF: BULLISH (caution for counter-trend)
- Best Score: 9/5 (Short score building)
- PDH/PDL: 26098.25 / 25938.95
Trade Analysis Panel (Bottom Left):
- Status: NO ACTIVE TRADE
- Long Score: 5/5 (RDY)
- Short Score: 9/5 (RDY)
- Panel Message: "Short pattern developing - score: 9"
Description :
Setup Development Phase: The indicator identifies a potential short opportunity as price reaches the previous day's high. The short confluence score has climbed to 9/15 points, meeting the 'Balanced' sensitivity threshold for a Grade B signal. Notice the 'LEAN SHORT' bias and the Kinetic Pulse reading of 58.9 approaching overbought territory. The Trade Analysis panel shows 'Short pattern developing' with 9/5 factors aligned. Key factors: momentum approaching reversal zone, price at resistance (PDH), and London session providing favorable conditions.
SCREENSHOT 2: Signal Generated & Trade Entered (Image 2)
Time: ~13:00 UTC+5:30 (signal bar)
Entry Price: 26,184.65
Signal Grade: Grade
Main Dashboard (Top Right):
- Trade: SHORT
- Entry: 26184.65
- P/L: 5.95 pts | +0.2R (early positive movement)
- TP1: 26157.00 (33.2 pts away)
- TP2: 26129.35 (60.84 pts away)
- Stop: 26212.30 (22.1 pts away)
- Bars: 1 (just entered)
Trade Analysis Panel (Bottom Left):
- Header: TRADE ANALYSIS
- Status Bar: "Conditions mixed - improving 57%"
- Confidence: 57% RISING
- Factor Breakdown:
- Momentum: -4 (velocity not yet aligned)
- Position: +4 (slight profit)
- Volume: +2 = (volume present)
- HTF Align: +2 = (not strongly aligned)
- Target: +0 - (far from TP)
- Stop Dist: +3 - (good distance)
- Bottom Status: "Conditions mixed - Monitoring"
- Disclaimer: "Analysis only - Not financial advice"
Description:
Signal Activation: A Grade A short signal triggers at 26,184.65 after the short confluence score reached qualifying levels. The indicator places a structure-based stop loss at 26,212.30 (27.65 points risk) with dual targets at 1:1 and 1:2 risk-reward ratios.
The Trade Analysis Panel immediately begins monitoring with an initial confidence score of 57% - classified as 'MIXED SIGNALS' but showing a 'RISING' trend. Factor analysis reveals: momentum not yet aligned (-4 points as price just reversed), position slightly favorable (+4 points already +0.2R), volume adequate (+2), HTF showing weak alignment (+2 as we're counter-trend), stop well-placed (+3), but targets still distant (0 points).
Notice how the Main Dashboard switches from market scanning mode to active trade tracking, now displaying entry price, live P/L in both points (5.95 pts) and R-multiples (+0.2R), and distances to all key levels. The analysis panel provides real-time factor scoring to help monitor trade health.
SCREENSHOT 3: TP1 Hit - Trade Performing Well (Image 3)
Time: ~14:20 UTC+5:30(approx)
Price: ~26,154 (TP1 zone)
Bars in Trade: 29
Main Dashboard (Top Right):
- Trade: SHORT
- Entry: 26184.65
- P/L: 30.85 pts | +1.12R (excellent progress)
- TP1: HIT (displayed in green)
- TP2: 26129.35 (24.44 pts away)
- Stop: 26212.30 (58.5 pts away - well protected)
- Bars: 29
Trade Analysis Panel (Bottom Left):
- Header: TRADE ANALYSIS
- Status Bar: "Multiple factors positive"
- Confidence: 78% RISING
- Factor Breakdown:
- Momentum: +8 = (ALIGNED)
- Position: +8 + (strong profit zone)
- Volume: +2 + (continued support)
- HTF Align: +8 = (now strongly aligned)
- Target: +10 + (TP1 achieved, approaching TP2)
- Stop Dist: +3 + (excellent cushion)
- Bottom Status: "Multiple factors positive"
- Visual State: Green background (FACTORS ALIGNED state)
Description:
Trade Execution Phase - First Target Achieved: After 29 bars , price reaches the first take-profit target at 26,157.00. The ' ' marker confirms partial profit taking. Current P/L shows +30.85 points (+1.12R), exceeding the initial 1:1 risk-reward.
The Trade Analysis Panel shows dramatic improvement - confidence has surged to 78% (FACTORS ALIGNED state) with most factors now positive:
- Momentum factor improved to +8 (velocity aligned with trade direction)
- Position factor at +8 (over +1R profit zone)
- HTF Align jumped to +8 (higher timeframe now confirming the move)
- Target factor maxed at +10 (TP1 achieved, TP2 within reach)
- Stop Distance at +3 (58.5 points cushion providing safety)
Notice the panel status displays 'Multiple factors positive' with a green-tinted background, indicating optimal trade conditions. The confidence trend shows 'RISING' suggesting continued momentum. With TP1 secured and only 24.44 points to TP2, the trade is well-positioned for a full 1:2R win.
SCREENSHOT 4: TP2 Reached - Trade Complete (Image 4)
Time: ~15:00+ UTC+5:30
Final Exit: 26,129.35 (TP2)
Final Result: Full TP2 win
Main Dashboard (Top Right):
- Bias: NEUTRAL (reverted to scanning mode)
- Pulse: 45.2 (returned to neutral zone)
- Volatility: NORMAL
- Trend: TREND DOWN (confirmed the move)
- Session: LONDON
- Volume: 1.26x (increased as move developed)
- HTF: BEARISH (fully aligned post-trade)
- Best Score: 5/5 (neutral after completion)
Trade Analysis Panel (Bottom Left):
- Status: NO ACTIVE TRADE (reverted)
- Long Score: 5/5 (RDY)
- Short Score: 5/5 (RDY)
- Panel Message: "Scanning - prime session active"
- Light blue/cyan background (back to scanning mode)
Description:
Trade Completion - Full Target Achieved: The short trade reaches its second take-profit target at 26,129.35, securing a complete 1:2 risk-reward win. The ' ' marker confirms the exit. Final results:
- Entry: 26,184.65
- Exit: 26,129.35
- Profit: 55.30 points (approximately +2.0R)
- Outcome: Full TP2 success
Post-Trade Analysis: After trade closure, the indicator automatically returns to market scanning mode. The Main Dashboard reverts to showing market conditions rather than trade metrics. Notice how the 'Trend' now displays 'TREND DOWN' - confirming the move we captured. Volume increased to 1.26x during the winning move, validating the signal quality.
The Trade Analysis Panel switches back to 'NO ACTIVE TRADE' status and resumes displaying long/short setup scores. The confidence-based factor monitoring was instrumental throughout the trade:
- Initial entry at 57% confidence (MIXED SIGNALS)
- Peak confidence of 78% at TP1 (FACTORS ALIGNED)
- Real-time factor updates helped confirm trade validity
This example demonstrates the indicator's complete workflow: setup identification → signal generation → entry execution → live trade monitoring → systematic exit at targets.
KEY FEATURES DEMONSTRATED
1. Dual Dashboard System
- Main Dashboard: Market conditions (scanning) → Trade metrics (active position)
- Analysis Panel: Setup scores (scanning) → Factor-based confidence (in-trade)
2. Visual Trade Management
- Color-coded entry zones (yellow)
- Risk levels clearly marked (red dashed stop)
- Profit targets with R:R ratios labeled
- Achievement markers ( , )
3. Real-Time Factor Analysis
- 6-factor scoring system (Momentum, Position, Volume, HTF, Target, Stop Dist)
- Confidence percentage with trend indicators
- State machine (MIXED → FACTORS ALIGNED)
- Hysteresis prevents false state changes
4. Risk Management
- Structure-based stop placement (respects swing highs)
- Multiple take-profit levels (1:1 and 1:2 R:R)
- Live P/L tracking in points and R-multiples
- Distance monitoring to all key levels
This complete example showcases the indicator's progression from setup identification through trade completion, demonstrating how the dual-dashboard system and factor-based analysis provide continuous trade guidance. The structured stop-loss and dual-target approach delivered the planned 1:2 risk-reward ratio with systematic, rule-based execution.
ALERT SYSTEM
The indicator includes 9 built-in alert conditions:
SIGNAL ALERTS:
→ High-Grade Long Signal (A+)
• Triggers only on A+ long signals
• For traders who want only the highest-quality longs
• Message: "KINETIC SCALPER: LONG @ "
→ High-Grade Short Signal (A+)
• Triggers only on A+ short signals
• For traders who want only the highest-quality shorts
• Message: "KINETIC SCALPER: SHORT @ "
→ Long Signal
• Triggers on ANY qualified long signal (A+, A, or B)
• For traders who want all long opportunities
• Message: "KINETIC SCALPER: LONG @ "
→ Short Signal
• Triggers on ANY qualified short signal
• For traders who want all short opportunities
• Message: "KINETIC SCALPER: SHORT @ "
TRADE MANAGEMENT ALERTS:
→ TP1 Hit
• Triggers when first profit target is reached
• Useful for partial profit taking notifications
• Message: "KINETIC SCALPER: TP1 REACHED"
→ TP2 Reached
• Triggers when second profit target is reached
• Trade is complete, full win achieved
• Message: "KINETIC SCALPER: TP2 REACHED"
→ Stop Loss Hit
• Triggers when stop loss is reached
• Important for trade management and risk tracking
• Message: "KINETIC SCALPER: STOP LOSS"
ANALYSIS STATE ALERTS:
→ Analysis State: Negative Bias
• Triggers when factor analysis enters "Negative Bias" state
• Warning that trade conditions are deteriorating
• Consider reducing position or preparing to exit
• Message: "KINETIC SCALPER: Analysis state changed to NEGATIVE BIAS"
→ Analysis State: Factors Weakening
• Triggers when factor analysis enters "Factors Weakening" state
• Caution that confluence is diminishing
• Monitor trade closely
• Message: "KINETIC SCALPER: Analysis state changed to FACTORS WEAKENING"
HOW TO SET UP ALERTS:
1. Click the "Create Alert" button in TradingView
2. Condition: Select "Kinetic Scalper "
3. Choose your desired alert from the dropdown
4. Configure your alert options:
→ Once Per Bar Close (recommended for non-repainting)
→ Frequency: Once Per Bar Close or Only Once
5. Set expiration and notification methods (popup, email, webhook, etc.)
6. Create alert
RECOMMENDED ALERT STRATEGY:
For active traders:
→ Set "Long Signal" and "Short Signal" alerts for all opportunities
→ Set "TP1 Hit", "TP2 Reached", and "Stop Loss Hit" for trade management
→ Consider "Analysis State: Negative Bias" for trade monitoring
For selective traders:
→ Set only "High-Grade Long Signal (A+)" and "High-Grade Short Signal (A+)"
→ Focus on the absolute highest-quality setups
→ Set TP/SL alerts for position management
USAGE TIPS & BEST PRACTICES
SIGNAL SELECTION:
✓ GRADE MATTERS
→ A+ signals have statistically more confluence factors
→ If you're conservative, trade only A+ signals
→ B signals can work but require more discretion
✓ CONFLUENCE WITH YOUR ANALYSIS
→ Use this indicator as CONFIRMATION, not sole decision criteria
→ Combine with your own support/resistance analysis
→ Check for fundamental events (news, economic data)
→ Respect major round numbers and psychological levels
✓ SESSION TIMING (Forex)
→ Best signals often occur during London/NY overlap
→ Avoid signals 10 minutes before major news releases
→ Asian session signals can be valid but lower liquidity
✓ TIMEFRAME CONFLUENCE
→ If you get an A+ signal on 15m, check if 1H chart agrees
→ Higher timeframe confirmation adds conviction
→ Avoid signals that oppose the daily/4H trend
TRADE MANAGEMENT:
✓ POSITION SIZING
→ ALWAYS size positions so stop loss = 1-2% of account
→ Never risk more than you can afford to lose
→ Smaller position on B signals, standard on A, larger on A+ (within limits)
✓ PARTIAL PROFIT TAKING
→ Consider taking 50% off at TP1
→ Move stop to breakeven after TP1 hit
→ Let remaining position run to TP2
✓ TRAILING STOPS
→ The indicator doesn't auto-trail stops (manual decision)
→ After TP1, you might manually move stop to entry (breakeven)
→ Consider ATR-based trailing stop for runners
✓ WATCH THE ANALYSIS PANEL
→ If state changes to "Factors Weakening" while in profit, consider exit
→ "Negative Bias" during a trade is a strong warning
→ "Factors Aligned" confirms your trade thesis is still valid
RISK MANAGEMENT:
✓ NEVER IGNORE STOPS
→ The calculated stop is there for a reason
→ Moving stop further away increases risk exponentially
→ If stopped out, accept it and wait for next setup
✓ AVOID REVENGE TRADING
→ If you get stopped out, resist urge to immediately re-enter
→ Signal cooldown helps with this
→ Wait for next qualified signal
✓ RESPECT VOLATILITY WARNINGS
→ If indicator shows "EXTREME" volatility, signals are blocked for a reason
→ Don't force trades in chaotic conditions
→ Wait for regime to normalize
✓ CORRELATION RISK
→ Be aware of correlation if trading multiple pairs
→ EUR/USD and GBP/USD are highly correlated
→ Don't stack risk on correlated instruments
OPTIMIZATION:
✓ START WITH DEFAULTS
→ Default settings are well-tested
→ Don't over-optimize for recent market behavior
→ Give settings at least 20-30 trades before judging
✓ TIMEFRAME-SPECIFIC ADJUSTMENTS
→ Lower timeframes: Consider increasing Signal Distance to 3.0-4.0
→ Higher timeframes: ATR Stop Multiplier might go to 2.0-2.5
→ Crypto: Ensure Instrument Type is set to "Crypto" for proper stops
✓ SENSITIVITY CALIBRATION
→ Too many signals? Switch to Conservative
→ Missing good setups? Try Balanced or Aggressive
→ Quality > Quantity always
✓ KEEP A JOURNAL
→ Track which signal grades work best for you
→ Note which sessions produce best results
→ Review stopped trades for patterns
THINGS TO AVOID:
✗ DON'T chase signals after several bars have passed
✗ DON'T ignore the stop loss or move it further away
✗ DON'T overtrade by taking every B-grade signal
✗ DON'T trade during major news if you're not experienced
✗ DON'T use this as your only analysis tool
✗ DON'T expect 100% win rate (no indicator has this)
✗ DON'T risk more than 1-2% per trade regardless of signal grade
UNDERSTANDING THE METHODOLOGY
WHY VOLUME WEIGHTING?
Traditional momentum oscillators treat all price moves equally. A 10-point move on low volume is weighted the same as a 10-point move on high volume.
The Kinetic Pulse corrects this by:
→ Calculating volume ratio vs. 20-bar average
→ Applying square root transformation to volume ratio (prevents extreme weights)
→ Multiplying price changes by volume weight
→ Result: High-volume moves influence the oscillator more than low-volume noise
This helps filter false breakouts and emphasizes moves with participation.
WHY FISHER TRANSFORM?
Fisher Transform is a mathematical transformation that:
→ Normalizes probability distributions
→ Creates sharper turning points
→ Amplifies extremes while compressing the middle
→ Makes overbought/oversold levels more distinct
Applied to the Kinetic Pulse, it helps identify genuine extremes vs. noise.
WHY MULTI-OSCILLATOR DIVERGENCE?
Single-source divergence can give false signals. By requiring divergence confirmation across multiple oscillators (Kinetic Pulse, CCI, Stochastic), the system filters out:
→ Divergences caused by calculation quirks in one oscillator
→ Temporary momentum anomalies
→ False divergence on noisy, low-timeframe charts
Multiple sources confirming the same pattern increases reliability.
WHY ADAPTIVE PERIODS?
Fixed periods can be:
→ Too slow during high volatility (miss fast reversals)
→ Too fast during low volatility (generate noise)
The adaptive system:
→ Shortens period when ATR ratio > 1.3 (high volatility = need faster response)
→ Lengthens period when ATR ratio < 0.7 (low volatility = need noise filtering)
→ Keeps period in reasonable range (60% to 140% of base period)
→ Result: Oscillator adjusts to current market pace automatically
WHY HYSTERESIS IN STATE MACHINE?
Without hysteresis, the analysis state would flip-flop on every bar, creating:
→ Confusing, contradictory guidance
→ Analysis paralysis
→ Lack of actionable information
Hysteresis solves this by:
→ Using different thresholds to ENTER vs. EXIT a state
→ Example: Enter "Factors Aligned" at 72+ confidence, but don't exit until <62
→ This creates stable states that persist through minor fluctuations
→ Requires minimum commitment period (3 bars) before state changes
→ Overrides commitment for significant events (near TP/SL)
→ Result: Stable, trustworthy analysis that changes only when truly warranted
WHY CONFIDENCE SMOOTHING?
Raw factor scores fluctuate bar-by-bar based on momentary conditions. Smoothing:
→ Uses 5-period EMA on raw confidence scores
→ Filters out single-bar anomalies
→ Preserves genuine trends in confidence
→ Prevents false state transitions
→ Result: More reliable assessment of actual trade health
WHY INSTRUMENT-SPECIFIC PARAMETERS?
Different instruments have different characteristics:
→ Forex is highly liquid, respects technical levels well, standard ATR works
→ Crypto is extremely volatile, needs wider stops (1.8x) to avoid false stops
→ Indices respect session opens strongly, session weighting is important
→ Commodities fall in between
Auto-detection applies research-based multipliers automatically.
WHY STRUCTURE-BASED STOPS?
ATR-based stops can:
→ Place stop in middle of consolidation (easily hit)
→ Ignore obvious invalidation levels
→ Be too tight during expansion or too wide during contraction
Structure-based stops:
→ Use actual swing highs/lows (where traders actually place stops)
→ Add small ATR buffer to avoid stop hunting
→ Constrain within min/max ATR limits for safety
→ Result: Stops that respect market geometry while managing risk
DISCLAIMER & RISK WARNING
READ THIS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS INDICATOR
This indicator is provided for EDUCATIONAL and INFORMATIONAL purposes only.
❌ NOT FINANCIAL ADVICE
This indicator does NOT constitute financial advice, investment recommendations, or solicitation to buy or sell any financial instrument. All information is for educational purposes only.
❌ NO GUARANTEES
→ Past performance does NOT guarantee future results
→ No indicator can predict future price movements with certainty
→ Signal grades represent confluence, NOT win probability
→ A+ signals can lose, B signals can win - markets are probabilistic
❌ SUBSTANTIAL RISK
Trading financial instruments involves SUBSTANTIAL RISK of loss:
→ You can lose your entire investment
→ Leveraged trading amplifies both gains AND losses
→ Never trade with money you cannot afford to lose
→ Never risk more than 1-2% of your account per trade
❌ YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
→ All trading decisions are YOUR responsibility
→ You must conduct your own analysis before entering trades
→ Consult a licensed financial advisor before trading
→ Understand the risks specific to your jurisdiction and situation
→ Only trade with capital you can afford to lose completely
❌ NO HOLY GRAIL
→ This indicator is a TOOL, not a complete trading system
→ It should be used as part of a broader analysis framework
→ Combine with your own technical analysis, risk management, and judgment
→ No indicator works 100% of the time in all market conditions
❌ ANALYSIS PANEL DISCLAIMER
The "Trade Analysis Panel" provides ALGORITHMIC ANALYSIS of market factors.
→ It does NOT provide investment advice or recommendations
→ Factor scores are mathematical calculations, not predictions
→ Guidance messages are informational, not directives
→ All trading decisions remain your responsibility
❌ BACKTESTING LIMITATIONS
→ This is an indicator, not a strategy, so no backtesting results are provided
→ Any backtesting you perform includes hindsight bias and optimization bias
→ Historical performance does not indicate future performance
→ Slippage, commissions, and real-world execution differ from backtests
❌ MARKET CONDITIONS
→ This indicator performs differently in trending vs. ranging markets
→ Extreme volatility can produce false signals or whipsaws
→ Low liquidity periods increase execution risk
→ Major news events can invalidate technical analysis
BY USING THIS INDICATOR, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE:
→ You have read and understood this disclaimer
→ You accept full responsibility for your trading decisions
→ You understand the substantial risks involved in trading
→ You will not hold the author liable for any losses incurred
→ You are using this tool as part of your own due diligence process
KEY FEATURES SUMMARY
✅ Volume-Weighted Kinetic Pulse Engine (proprietary momentum calculation)
✅ 15-Factor Confluence Scoring System (graded signals: A+, A, B)
✅ Multi-Oscillator Divergence Detection (Pulse + CCI + Stochastic)
✅ Higher Timeframe Trend Alignment Filter
✅ Adaptive Period Adjustment (volatility-responsive)
✅ Instrument-Aware Calibration (Forex, Crypto, Indices, Commodities)
✅ Structure-Based Stop Loss Calculation (respects swing highs/lows)
✅ Automated Trade Tracking (entry, stop, TP1, TP2, P/L)
✅ Real-Time Factor Analysis State Machine (5-state system with hysteresis)
✅ Session Awareness (Asian, London, New York, Overlap)
✅ Volatility Regime Detection (blocks signals in extreme conditions)
✅ Choppiness Filter (reduces signals in ranging markets)
✅ Volume Confirmation (relative volume and delta analysis)
✅ Clean Air Check (validates clear path to targets)
✅ Comprehensive Dashboards (market conditions + trade analysis)
✅ Customizable Display (3 signal styles, color themes, positioning)
✅ 9 Built-In Alert Conditions (signals, TP/SL hits, state changes)
✅ Fully Non-Repainting (barstate.isconfirmed, lookahead_off)
✅ Previous Day Levels (PDH/PDL reference lines)
✅ Mobile-Friendly Compact Mode (for smaller screens)
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
→ Pine Script Version: v6
→ Indicator Type: Overlay (displays on price chart)
→ License: Mozilla Public License 2.0
→ Copyright: BULLBYTE
→ Object Limits: 300 labels, 100 lines, 50 boxes
→ Memory Management: Automatic cleanup system (FIFO queue)
→ Repainting: Non-repainting (signals confirmed on bar close)
→ Timeframe Support: All timeframes (1s to Monthly)
→ Instrument Support: Forex, Crypto, Indices, Commodities, Stocks
→ HTF Data Handling: lookahead_off with historical offset
VERSION HISTORY
v1.0 - Initial Release
→ Kinetic Pulse engine with volume weighting and Fisher Transform
→ 15-factor confluence scoring system
→ Trade analysis state machine with hysteresis
→ Automated trade tracking and monitoring
→ Dual dashboard system (market conditions + factor analysis)
→ 9 alert conditions
→ 3 signal display styles
→ Instrument-aware calibration
→ Full risk management framework
WHO IS THIS INDICATOR FOR?
IDEAL FOR:
✓ Scalpers and day traders seeking high-confluence reversal entries
✓ Swing traders who want quality over quantity
✓ Traders who appreciate systematic, rules-based analysis
✓ Multi-timeframe traders who value HTF confirmation
✓ Forex traders who respect session timing
✓ Crypto traders needing volatility-adjusted parameters
✓ Traders who want complete trade management (entry, stop, targets)
✓ Analytical traders who want transparency in signal generation
NOT IDEAL FOR:
✗ Traders seeking a "set and forget" holy grail system
✗ Traders who don't want to learn the methodology
✗ Traders unwilling to accept losing trades as part of the process
✗ Traders who need constant signals (this is a quality-focused system)
✗ Traders who ignore risk management
FINAL THOUGHTS
The Kinetic Scalper is the result of extensive research into momentum behavior, volume confirmation, and multi-factor confluence analysis. It's designed to identify high-probability reversal setups while maintaining strict risk management and providing complete transparency.
This is NOT a magic solution. It's a sophisticated TOOL that requires:
→ Understanding of the methodology
→ Proper risk management discipline
→ Patience to wait for quality setups
→ Willingness to accept losses as part of trading
→ Integration with your own analysis and judgment
Used properly as part of a complete trading plan, the Kinetic Scalper can help you identify high-confluence opportunities and manage trades systematically.
Remember: Quality over quantity. Discipline over emotion. Risk management over everything.
Trade smart. Trade safe.
© 2025 BULLBYTE | Kinetic Scalper v1.0 | For Educational Purposes Only
Timeframe Overlay 24HrDaily High–Low Box (00:00–23:59)
This indicator highlights each trading day with a shaded box spanning from 00:00 to 23:59 (based on the selected timezone) and covering the day’s highest and lowest price.
• Green box when the day closes above its open
• Red box when the day closes below its open
• Historical days are fully drawn for easy comparison
• Current day box builds dynamically as new candles form
Useful for visualising daily range, market bias, and intraday structure across all timeframes.
True Three Soldiers Method (TTSM) - Breakout ConfirmationIndicator Overview
True Three Soldiers Method (TTSM) - Made in China is a quantifiable evolution beyond traditional candlestick pattern recognition. It replaces subjective visual analysis with an objective, data-driven momentum system featuring smart breakout confirmation.
Core Innovation: Beyond Traditional Pattern Recognition
Traditional three-soldier patterns merely check for three consecutive bullish/bearish candles. TTSM goes much deeper:
Dual Signal System: It identifies both single-candle and three-candle momentum signals, providing earlier warnings of potential trend changes.
Quantifiable Strength Metrics: Each signal must meet customizable thresholds for both absolute price movement (percentage change) and relative efficiency (close-to-open distance relative to total range).
Breakout Confirmation Logic: The real innovation lies in the "True Signal" mechanism. Preliminary signals are tracked, and only when price breaks above the highest high of recent bullish signals (or below the lowest low of recent bearish signals) does it trigger a confirmed entry signal. This eliminates false breakouts and ensures you're trading with confirmed momentum.
Absolute Strength: Quantifies momentum via percentage price change.
Relative Strength: Measures candlestick efficiency (close-to-open vs. total range).
True Signal Validation: A "True" entry signal triggers only after price confirms momentum by breaking above/below a cluster of recent preliminary signals, filtering out false moves.
Dual-Layer Signal System
Key Features
🔴 Amber Signals (Preparation): Single-candle or three-candle patterns that meet strength criteria. These indicate potential momentum building and can be used for preparation or light positioning.
🟢 Green Signals (True Breakout): Triggered only when price breaks above/below the recent signal cluster extremes. These represent confirmed momentum and are ideal for main entries.
🎚 Fully Customizable: Every parameter—absolute/relative strength thresholds, lookback periods, and average calculations—can be adjusted to match your trading style and market conditions.
📊 Clear Visual Feedback: Color-coded labels and reference lines make signal identification instant and intuitive.
Parameter Customization Guide
All parameters are organized in intuitive groups:
Strength Thresholds: Adjust absolute (%) and relative (%) strength requirements for both long and short signals.
First Signal Thresholds: Special thresholds for when a signal is the first in the lookback period.
Lookback & Averages: Control how many bars are considered for signal tracking and moving averages.
Strategic Application
Preparation Signals: Use amber signals to prepare for potential moves, set alerts, or enter with smaller positions.
True Signals: Green/red "True" signals indicate confirmed momentum—ideal for main entries with proper risk management.
Combination Strategy: Pair TTSM with trend indicators (like Supertrend) for higher probability trades—only take True Signals in the direction of the main trend.
BTC - Bitcoin Strategic Dashboard by RM Title: BTC - Bitcoin Strategic Dashboard | RM
Overview & Philosophy
The Bitcoin Strategic Dashboard is a comprehensive analytics tool designed to provide deeper market context beyond simple price action.
While a standard chart displays price history, this dashboard focuses on the structural health of the market. It aims to answer clearer questions: Is the asset statistically overextended? Is the current volatility compressed or expanding? How is Bitcoin currently correlating with traditional equity markets?
This script aggregates key data points—Performance, Risk, Valuation, and Macro Correlations—into a single, organized table. It is designed to be a quiet, high-density reference tool that sits unobtrusively in the corner of your screen, helping to contextualize daily price movements without cluttering your workspace.
Methodology & Module Breakdown
The dashboard is divided into 5 strategic modules. Here is exactly how to read them, how they are calculated, and how to interpret the data.
1. PERFORMANCE
This section answers: "Is Bitcoin actually beating the traditional market, and by how much?"
BTC Return : The raw percentage growth of Bitcoin.
Timeframes: 1-Year (Tactical Trend) and 4-Year (The Halving Cycle).
Alpha (vs SPX / Gold):
Meaning : "Alpha" measures true outperformance. It tells you how much better your capital worked in Bitcoin compared to the S&P 500 (Stocks) or Gold.
Calculation : We use a Relative Growth Ratio. Instead of simple subtraction, we calculate the growth factor of BTC divided by the growth factor of the Benchmark.
Interpretation :
Green: Bitcoin is outperforming. It is the superior vehicle for capital.
Red: Bitcoin is underperforming traditional assets (Opportunity Cost is high).
2. RISK PROFILE
This section answers: "How dangerous is the market right now?"
Drawdown (DD):
Meaning : The percentage loss from the 1-Year High.
Interpretation : Deep Drawdowns (e.g., > -50%) historically signal generational buying opportunities (Deep Red). Small Drawdowns (< -5%) signal we are near "Discovery Mode" (Blue/Green).
Sharpe Ratio:
Meaning : The industry standard for "Risk-Adjusted Return." It asks: "Is the profit worth the stress?"
Timeframe : Annualized over 365 Days.
Interpretation :
> 1.0: Good. The return justifies the risk.
> 2.0: Excellent. (Dark Green).
< 0.0: Bad. You are taking risk for negative returns.
Sortino Ratio:
Meaning : Similar to Sharpe, but it only counts downside volatility as "risk." Bitcoin often rallies aggressively (Good Volatility); Sortino ignores the upside "risk" and focuses only on minimizing losses.
Volatility (Vol) & Rank:
Meaning : How violently the price is moving.
Calculation : We compare the current 30-Day Volatility against the last 4 Years of volatility history (Rank 0-100).
Interpretation (The Squeeze Strategy) :
BLUE (Cold / <25%): Volatility is historically low. The market is "compressed." Big moves often follow these periods.
RED (Hot / >75%): Volatility is extreme. High risk of mean reversion or panic.
3. VALUATION & MOMENTUM
This section answers: "Is Bitcoin cheap or expensive?"
Mayer Multiple (MM):
Meaning: A "Godfather" of Bitcoin ratios.
Calculation : Current Price divided by the 200-Day Moving Average.
Interpretation :
< 0.8 (Blue): Historically "Cheap."
1.0: Fair Value (Price = Trend).
> 2.4 (Red): Speculative Bubble territory.
RSI (Relative Strength Index):
Timeframe : 14 Days.
Interpretation : >70 suggests the market is overheated (Red). <30 suggests oversold conditions (Blue).
Trend (ADX) :
Meaning : The Average Directional Index measures the strength of a trend, not the direction.
Interpretation : Values >25 (Green) indicate a strong trend is present. Values <20 (Gray) indicate a choppy/sideways market (no trend).
vs 200W (Macro):
Meaning : The distance to the 200-Week Moving Average.
Interpretation : This line is historically the "Cycle Bottom" or "Absolute Support" for Bitcoin. Being close to it (or below it) is rare and often marks cycle lows.
4. MACRO CORRELATIONS
This section answers: "Is Bitcoin moving on its own, or just following the Stock Market?"
vs TradFi (SPX):
Timeframe : 90-Day Correlation Coefficient.
Interpretation :
High Positive (Red): BTC is just acting like a tech stock. No "Safe Haven" status.
Negative/Zero (Green): BTC is "decoupled." It is moving independently of Wall Street.
vs DXY (US Dollar):
Interpretation : Bitcoin usually moves inverse to the Dollar.
Negative (Green): Normal healthy behavior.
Positive (Red): Warning signal. If both DXY and BTC rise, something is breaking in the system.
5. HISTORICAL LEDGER
A Year-by-Year breakdown of returns.
Feature : You can toggle the comparison column in the settings to compare Bitcoin against either S&P 500 or Gold.
Usage : Helps visualize the cyclical nature of returns (e.g., the 4-year cycle pattern of Green-Green-Green-Red).
How to Read the Visuals (Heatmap)
The dashboard uses a standardized Bloomberg-style heatmap to let you assess the market state in milliseconds:
🟢 Green: Profit / Good Performance / Positive Alpha.
🔴 Red: Loss / Overheating / High Risk.
🔵 Blue: "Cold" / Cheap / Low Volatility (Potential Buy Zones).
🟠 Orange: Warning / High Drawdown.
⚫ Gray/Black: Neutral or Fair Value.
Settings & Customization
Visuals: Change the text size (Tiny, Small, Normal) to fit your screen resolution.
Modules: You can toggle individual sections on/off to save screen space.
Calculation: Switch the Historical Benchmark between "S&P 500" and "Gold" depending on your thesis.
Disclaimer
This script is for research and educational purposes only. The metrics provided (Sharpe, Sortino, Mayer Multiple) are derived from historical data and do not guarantee future performance. "Cheap" (Low Mayer Multiple) does not mean the price cannot go lower. Always manage your own risk.
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bitcoin, btc, bloomberg, terminal, dashboard, onchain, mayer multiple, sharpe ratio, volatility, alpha, risk management, Rob Maths
