ATR (Average True Range)

Average of true range (high-low accounting for gaps). Measures volatility only—not direction. Widely used for stop distances and position sizing.

Category: Technical · Complexity: ★★☆☆☆ (2/5)

Tags: institutional, oscillator, technical

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