Technical analysis
What does a Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) crossover signify?
By Easy Money Scanner · Educational reference · Not investment advice
The short answer
A MACD crossover occurs when the MACD line crosses above or below its signal line, often interpreted as a shift in short-term momentum that may precede a trend change in either direction.
How it works
The MACD is derived from the difference between two EMAs; a bullish crossover above the signal line suggests strengthening upward momentum, while a bearish crossover below suggests weakening or reversing momentum.
An example
A MACD line crossing above its signal line after a pullback is often cited by traders as a potential re-entry signal in an uptrend.
Risk & limitations
MACD crossovers can lag price action and generate whipsaw signals in sideways, low-volatility markets.
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