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ADX stands for Average Directional Movement Index, an oscillator driven by a mathematical derivation used in technical analysis to assess the strength of a price trend in a financial security.

The Average Directional Index (ADX) is a technical indicator that measures the strength of a market trend without signalling its direction. This guide explains how ADX works, how to interpret its ...

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Investors with short-term timeframes often use technical analysis to evaluate price movement and identify trends. Fundamental analysis may not be particularly useful for traders looking to pop in and ...