Technical Indicators Hub
Every indicator used in stock trading — explained with optimal settings, real examples, and exactly how APEX uses each signal in its composite score.
Overbought/oversold momentum oscillator. The 50-line crossover is the most actionable level.
Faster and more sensitive than RSI. Best for catching reversals in ranging markets.
RSI's mirror image — catches reversals with precision in trending markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What technical indicators does APEX use?
APEX uses 12 signals across three weighted buckets: Technical (40% of score) — RSI, MACD, MA Cross, Bollinger Bands, Stochastic, ATR, Volume, Candlestick, OBV, Fibonacci. Fundamental (30%) — Fundamentals, Analyst Sentiment. Market Intelligence (30%) — Fear & Greed, VIX, Options Flow, Insider Trading, Short Interest, Sector Rotation, and more.
Which technical indicator is most accurate?
No single indicator is most accurate in isolation. RSI and MACD are APEX's two highest-weighted technical signals — when both agree on direction simultaneously (MACD crossover + RSI above/below 50), that combination achieves the highest reliability in APEX backtesting (58–66% win rate vs 44–52% for either alone). Accuracy improves dramatically when multiple indicators from different categories agree.
How do I start learning technical analysis?
Start with three foundational indicators in this order: (1) Moving Average Cross to understand trend direction — this gives you context for every other signal. (2) RSI to understand momentum and overbought/oversold conditions. (3) Volume to confirm whether price moves are backed by institutional participation. Once these three are solid, add MACD for trend confirmation and Bollinger Bands for volatility detection.
APEX runs every indicator in this guide simultaneously — composite score in under 60 seconds.
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