01 · Indicator · Weighted Moving Average
What is Weighted Moving Average (WMA)?
The WMA gives linearly increasing weight to closes: the latest counts N times, the oldest once.
In responsiveness it sits between the slower SMA and the EMA.
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The calculation
WMA = Σ (weight × close) / Σ weights, with weights from 1 to N.
The WMA is also the building block of the Hull Moving Average.
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Reading the signals
Like other averages, its slope shows the trend and its crosses with price flag changes of direction.
It tracks reversals better than the SMA but gives slightly more false signals.
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Settings and combinations
The WMA is adjustable in the Averages group. It pairs well with: Simple Moving Average (SMA), Exponential Moving Average (EMA), Hull Moving Average (HMA).
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 Weighted 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.
01WMA or EMA?
They are close; the WMA fully drops data beyond N.
02Which period?
The same as for an SMA: 20, 50 or 100 depending on your horizon.
03Where to use it?
On any timeframe, to follow a trend more closely.