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Moving Average Crossover Strategy

One of the most popular trend-following strategies using golden cross and death cross signals

Difficulty

Beginner

Risk Level

Low-Medium

Best For

Trend Trading

Timeframe

1h - 1d

Strategy Overview

Golden Cross (BUY Signal)

A golden cross occurs when a shorter-term moving average (e.g., 50-day) crosses above a longer-term moving average (e.g., 200-day).

50 MA > 200 MA = BULLISH SIGNAL

Death Cross (SELL Signal)

A death cross occurs when a shorter-term moving average crosses below a longer-term moving average.

50 MA < 200 MA = BEARISH SIGNAL

Recommended Parameters

Fast MA

50

Period for short-term trend

Slow MA

200

Period for long-term trend

Type

SMA or EMA

Simple or Exponential

Trading Rules

BUY Rules

  1. 1.50 MA crosses above 200 MA (Golden Cross)
  2. 2.Price is above both moving averages
  3. 3.Volume increases on the crossover

SELL Rules

  1. 1.50 MA crosses below 200 MA (Death Cross)
  2. 2.Price is below both moving averages
  3. 3.Volume increases on the crossover

Real World Example

Bitcoin (BTC) Golden Cross

50-Day MA

$42,500

200-Day MA

$41,000

Current Price

$43,200

Live Signal

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Live Analysis:

  • ✓ 50 MA ($0.00) < 200 MA ($0.00)
  • ✓ Price ($43,200) < both MAs
  • ✓ Bearish trend signal

Strengths & Weaknesses

Strengths

✓Simple and easy to understand
✓Catches major trends
✓Low false signals
✓Perfect for long-term traders
✓No subjective interpretation

Weaknesses

✗Lagging indicator (late entry)
✗Whipsaw in sideways markets
✗Slow to react to reversals
✗Can miss short-term opportunities
✗Not good for day trading

Disclaimer

This strategy is provided for educational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Moving average crossovers can produce false signals in sideways markets. Always use risk management, position sizing, and additional confirmation indicators before trading real money.