Divergence Detection
The TRN SMT/Divergence Suite works with any given indicator, even custom ones. In addition, there are 11 built-in indicators. We have chosen a selection of different momentum, trend following and volume oscillators that gives you maximum flexibility. Most noticeable is the cumulative delta indicator, which works astonishingly well as a divergence indicator.
Following is the full list of the build in indicators/oscillators:
- AO
- CDV
- RSI
- W%R
- MFI
- Stochastic
- MACD
- CCI
- ADX
- ATR
- Cumulative Delta
What Are Divergences?
When the price of an asset moves in one direction, but its indicators move in the opposite direction, this is called a divergence. Divergences can be a powerful signal that a trend reversal is about to occur.
Regular Divergences​
There are two types of regular divergences: bullish and bearish. A bullish divergence occurs when the price of an asset makes a lower low, but its indicators make a higher low. This can be a sign that the asset is oversold and that a reversal is imminent. A bearish divergence, on the other hand, occurs when the price of an asset makes a higher high, but its indicators (such as Relative Strength Index - RSI) make a lower high. This can be a sign that the asset is overbought and that a reversal is imminent.
Hidden Divergences​
Beside regular divergences there are other types of divergences like hidden divergences.
In trading, hidden bearish and hidden bullish divergences are patterns that traders often look for on price charts to identify potential trend reversals or continuation patterns. These divergences occur when the price of an asset moves in the opposite direction of an indicator, suggesting a possible shift in the underlying trend.
Hidden Bearish Divergence
A hidden bearish divergence occurs when the price of an asset forms a higher high, but the corresponding indicator (such as the Awesome Oscillator - AO) forms a lower high. This indicates that the upward momentum is weakening, and a potential trend reversal or continuation of a downtrend is likely.
Hidden Bullish Divergence
On the other hand, a hidden bullish divergence takes place when the price forms a lower low, but the indicator forms a higher low. This suggests that the downward momentum is weakening, and a potential trend reversal or continuation of an uptrend is possible.
Parameters and Usage​
To get started, open the indicator settings (1) and locate the "Parameters" section (2) where you can fine-tune the tool’s behavior.
How To Use the Divergence Detector​
The divergence detector in the SMT/Divergence Suite compares the price of an asset to one of the 11 built-in oscillators (e.g., RSI, MACD) to identify potential trend reversals.
1. Set Up the Divergence Detector​
Open the indicator settings (1) and navigate to the "Parameters" section under the "Inputs" menu item (2). Choose one of the provided oscillators, such as the RSI (3) (see figure below).
By default, the first oscillator you will see when you add the SMT/Divergence Suite to your chart is the Awesome Oscillator (AO).
2. Identify Divergences​
The indicator searches for divergences between price and your selected oscillator on the chosen asset and timeframe, marking any detected divergences directly on your chart. Blue lines indicate bullish divergences and red lines indicate bearish divergences.
When a divergence appears, these colored lines serve as a visual cue that a trend reversal may be imminent. Traders can leverage this information to make informed decisions—such as entering or exiting a trade—based on a signal from Trend Bars Pro or one of the TRN Chart Patterns.
Bearish and bullish divergences are not guaranteed signals and should be supplemented with additional analysis and prudent risk management.
For potential strategy ideas, visit our Combinations section to learn how the SMT/Divergence Suite can be integrated with other TRN Trading tools.