Decoded Intelligence Signal
ADX (Average Directional Index)
intermediate
technical_analysis
Verified: May 27, 2026Lexicon Core Definition
A trend-strength indicator that measures the intensity of a trend on a 0–100 scale without indicating direction. ADX below 20 indicates no meaningful trend; 20–40 indicates a developing trend; above 40 indicates a strong trend. Used as a master filter: when ADX < 20, momentum indicator signals are unreliable and should be discounted.
Analysis Breakdown
A trend-strength indicator that measures the intensity of a trend on a 0–100 scale without indicating direction. ADX below 20 indicates no meaningful trend; 20–40 indicates a developing trend; above 40 indicates a strong trend. Used as a master filter: when ADX < 20, momentum indicator signals are unreliable and should be discounted. Full explanation coming soon when Journey 14 content is ingested.