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Moving average crossover

A fast moving average crossing a slow one: fast above slow is bullish (a “golden cross”), fast below slow is bearish (a “death cross”).

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Real example: EUR/USD, 15-minute chart, 2018-03-22. Pattern detected automatically using only the candles before the decision point; on the right, what happened next.

Why it works

Crossovers objectively show a change in momentum and keep you on the right side of a developing trend.

How to use it

Use the crossover as a filter: only look for buys while the fast EMA is above the slow one, and enter on pullbacks.

The typical mistake

Trading every crossover in a range: you get chopped up by repeated false signals.

FAQ

What is MA crossover in trading?

A fast moving average crossing a slow one: fast above slow is bullish (a “golden cross”), fast below slow is bearish (a “death cross”).

How do you trade MA crossover?

Use the crossover as a filter: only look for buys while the fast EMA is above the slow one, and enter on pullbacks.