Four Groups of Technical Analysis Indicators

There are more than 100 indicators in a technical analyst’s arsenal. These can be divided into four categories. Click on each of the four groups of Technical Analysis Indicators to read more. 

• cyclical technical analysis indicators,

• medium term technical analysis indicators, and

• short term technical analysis indicators.

Some send clear signals of a change in trend when they reach a designated range. Others are useful only when they hit extreme degrees. Most must be used in conjunction with others.

Moreover, certain indicators are most telling over shorter periods, while others are most useful in reading secular trends.

Following are some of the indicators used in technical analysis.