📊 RSI Indicator (Relative Strength Index)
Part of Complete Stock Market Learning Series
📌 What is RSI?
RSI (Relative Strength Index) is a momentum indicator developed by J. Welles Wilder. It measures the speed and change of price movements and helps identify overbought and oversold conditions.
RSI moves between 0 to 100.
📊 RSI Formula (Basic Understanding)
RSI = 100 − (100 / (1 + RS))
- RS = Average Gain / Average Loss
- Default Period = 14
You don't need to calculate it manually — trading platforms calculate it automatically. Understanding interpretation is more important.
🔴 Overbought & Oversold Levels
- Above 70 → Overbought Zone (Possible Reversal Down)
- Below 30 → Oversold Zone (Possible Reversal Up)
- 50 Level → Trend Strength Indicator
Important: Overbought does NOT always mean sell immediately. In strong trends, RSI can stay above 70 for long periods.
📈 RSI in Uptrend & Downtrend
- In strong uptrend → RSI stays between 40–80
- In strong downtrend → RSI stays between 20–60
- 50 level acts as support/resistance in RSI
Professional traders use RSI with trend confirmation.
📊 Animated Example (Price + RSI)
RSI rising toward 70 indicates strengthening bullish momentum.
💡 RSI Trading Strategies
- RSI Divergence (Price vs Indicator mismatch)
- RSI 50 Level Break Strategy
- RSI + Trend Line Combination
- RSI + Support/Resistance Strategy
⚠ Common Mistakes
- Buying just because RSI is below 30
- Selling immediately above 70
- Ignoring higher timeframe trend
- Using RSI alone without confirmation
⚖ Important Note
RSI is a momentum indicator — not a prediction tool. Always combine RSI with price action, trend structure, and proper risk management. This content is for educational purposes only.
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