Advance Decline Line
Technical Analysis
Definition
A market breadth indicator that measures the cumulative difference between advancing and declining stocks, providing insight into overall market participation and trend strength.
Key Points
- Tracks net advancing vs declining stocks daily
- Rising A/D line indicates healthy market breadth
- Divergences can signal trend weakness
Quick Info
Category
Technical Analysis
Related Topics
market breadth
vix volatility index
market sentiment
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