The MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence) is one of the most popular and widely used indicators in technical analysis due to its ability to identify changes in the strength, direction and duration of a market trend. The MACD combines exponential moving averages (EMAs) to detect trend changes.
On Binance, the default MACD setting is set as follows:
Short Period (12): Represents the short-term EMA that closely follows the most recent price movements.
Long Period (50): The long-term EMA, which provides a smoother view and is less sensitive to fluctuations.
MA Period (9): This is the "signal line", which serves as an additional indicator to confirm possible crossovers.
How does MACD work?
The MACD is made up of three main elements:
MACD (DIF) Line: Difference between the 12 and 50 period EMA.
Signal Line (DEA): 9-period EMA that smooths the MACD line.
Histogram: Represents the difference between the MACD line and the signal line.
The MACD provides several signals that traders use to make decisions:
Bullish Crossover (Buy Signal): Occurs when the MACD line crosses above the signal line. This indicates that an uptrend may be starting.
Bearish Crossover (Sell Signal): Occurs when the MACD line crosses below the signal line, indicating that a downtrend could begin.
Divergences: A divergence between the MACD and the asset price may suggest an imminent change in trend.
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Divergences: How to Identify Them?
Divergences between price and MACD are key signals of possible trend changes. There are two main types:
Bullish Divergence: This occurs when the price makes new lows, but the MACD does not follow suit, showing bullish momentum. This indicates that selling pressure is easing and an upward reversal could occur.
Bearish Divergence: This occurs when the price reaches new highs, but the MACD does not reflect this movement, showing bearish momentum. This suggests that the buying force is weakening and a downward correction could occur.
Important note: The histogram does not necessarily show divergences, but hollow bars or a change in color indicate a reduction in momentum, which could anticipate a divergence. Completely filled bars usually show a strong and continuing trend.
Recommendations for Optimizing the MACD
1. Temporality:
For intraday traders, use short time frames (1-15 minutes) with the MACD to detect small fluctuations.
For long-term trading, 4-hour or daily charts with the MACD are useful for identifying more stable trends. The MACD adapts to the time frame you are using on your chart. For example:
On a 1-hour chart, the 12- and 50-period MACD will consider the last 12 and 50 hours.
On a daily chart, you will use the last 12 and 50 days.
2. Complement with other indicators: Although the MACD is powerful, it is advisable to use it in conjunction with other indicators such as the RSI (Relative Strength Index) or Bollinger Bands to have a more complete view of the market.
Depending on your strategy and the asset you are trading, adjusting the MACD periods can give you more accuracy in detecting trends.
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