MACD Line vs Signal Line

Quick comparison to help you distinguish these two crypto terms.

MACD Line
intermediate
technical_analysis

MACD Line is the primary component of the MACD indicator, calculated as the 12-period exponential moving average minus the 26-period exponential moving average.

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Signal Line
intermediate
technical_analysis

Signal Line is the 9-period exponential moving average of the MACD line, used to generate trading signals when the MACD line crosses above or below it.

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