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Trading with the RSI Indicator

This article will explain how to trade with the RSI or Relative Strength Index indicator. The RSI indicator is a very accurate trading indicator that was developed by J. Welles Wilder, the famous indicator developer. It is one of the most reliable indicators and it is exceptionally good for generating leading signals – reversal signals before the market actually begins to move.

Overbought/Oversold Method

The RSI is calculated by calculating the average gain and average loss of price, and by applying a formula on this ratio. It is usually traded in a overbought\oversold method: trader enters long when RSI crosses the oversold level from below, and enters short when Relative Strength Index crosses the overbought level from above. This is a good trading system that uses the RSI and can generate good reversal signals.

Divergence System

Another trading system that uses the Relative Strength Index is the divergence system: the basis of this system is a divergence between the RSI trend and the price trend. When the RSI trends in the opposite direction of price it is a sign that price is about to reverse and that the trend is short-lived. This can generate very accurate reversal signals as well, with high-accuracy, low risk and high reward. It is a recommended trading system for any trader as it works on Forex, Stocks and Commodities. The divergence system is less objective than the cross system as it generates signals that are prone to manual analysis, but they are still powerful and when used correctly can generate profits.

Confirmation with the Stochastic Oscillator

We recommend confirming the signals of the RSI with the Stochastic Oscillator for maximum profits, this can increase your win rate and make your trades more reliable. You can enter a trade when both the Stochastic Oscillator and the Relative Strength Index confirm the trade, to make sure that the signals is strong and more reliable.

Stop Loss Placement

When trading the RSI we recommend placing the stop loss 5 pips above the highest high of last 4 bars (for short trades), and 5 pips below the lowest low of last 4 bars (for long trades). This makes sure your stop loss is tight and that you don’t risk more than you need to risk, in your trades.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the RSI indicator is one of the most popular trading indicators and it generates very good reversal signals on any Forex pair and stock. It is a trading indicator you must employ if you are serious about trading.

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Ihab Salloum