Directional Movement Index (DMI)

Wilder’s +DI and −DI lines measuring upside versus downside directional movement. Often plotted with ADX for trend direction plus strength.

Category: Technical · Complexity: ★★★☆☆ (3/5)

Tags: volume, high-frequency, technical

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