Stochastic Oscillator
Compares closing price to price range. Shows momentum and potential reversals.
Difficulty: intermediate
Best timeframes: 15M, 1H, 4H
How it Works
This indicator belongs to the Momentum family. It is commonly used by traders to interpret market conditions and refine entries and exits. Combine it with price action, structure, and volume for robust trade setups.
- Start on higher timeframes to understand the overall context.
- Use Stochastic Oscillator alongside key support/resistance levels.
- Avoid taking signals in isolation – look for confluence with trend and market structure.
Practical Tips
- Trend alignment: Only take signals in the direction of the dominant trend when possible.
- Multiple timeframes: Confirm setups using at least one higher timeframe.
- Risk management: Always define stop loss and invalidation levels based on price structure, not just the indicator.
- Backtest first: Test how Stochastic Oscillator performs on your market and timeframe before trading live.