Post date: Oct 03, 2012 1:54:59 PM

Moving Averages:

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Definition of 'Moving Average - MA'

An indicator frequently used in technical analysis showing the average value of a security's price over a set period. Moving averages

are generally used to measure momentum and define areas of possible support and resistance.

Investopedia explains 'Moving Average - MA'

Moving averages are used to emphasize the direction of a trend and to smooth out price and volume fluctuations, or "noise", that can confuse interpretation. Typically, upward momentum is confirmed when a short-term average (e.g.15-day) crosses above a longer-term average (e.g. 50-day). Downward momentum is confirmed when a short-term average crosses below a long-term average.

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