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Moving Average
What a moving average is and why it is used in trend analysis.
Plain-English definition
A moving average smooths price data over a chosen period to show trend direction more clearly.
Why it matters
It helps traders and investors frame trend, support, resistance, and crossover signals.
Beginner example
A stock trading above a rising moving average may signal stronger trend support than one below it.
Common misunderstanding
A moving average is not predictive by itself and can lag major turns.
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