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What is Hull Moving Average (HMA)?
Designed by Alan Hull in 2005, the HMA aims to sharply reduce moving-average lag while staying smooth.
It turns at reversals much earlier than an SMA of the same period.
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The calculation
HMA(N) = WMA( 2 × WMA(N/2) − WMA(N), √N ).
The difference of two WMAs offsets lag, the last WMA smooths the result.
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Reading the signals
A change in the HMA's slope is its main signal: it turns from down to up near lows.
Its speed makes it noisy in ranges: filter with a long average or the ADX.
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Settings and combinations
The HMA is adjustable in the Averages group. It pairs well with: Weighted Moving Average (WMA), Exponential Moving Average (EMA), Supertrend.
To put the signal in context, check the Heatmap, the news or ask the AI Compass. No indicator is investment advice.
◆ Step by step
Get started in 4 steps
- 01
Open a chart
Search for an asset on the Charts page and pick a timeframe.
- 02
Add the indicator
Open Indicators, Moving averages group, then click Hull Moving Average.
- 03
Adjust the settings
Change the parameters in the indicator sheet to suit your horizon.
- 04
Confirm the signal
Cross-check with the main trend and another indicator before concluding.
◆ FAQ
Your questions, clear answers.
01Why is the HMA so fast?
Its formula removes part of the WMAs' lag.
02Does it suit ranges?
Not really: it flips slope often when the market has no direction.
03Which period?
9 to 21 short term, 55 for a broader trend.