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Pivot point calculator
Today's support and resistance levels from yesterday's high, low and close.
P = (H + L + C) / 3, the classic floor trader formula.
Pivot point
$102.50
| Level | Price | From pivot | Copy |
|---|---|---|---|
| R3 | $117.00 | +14.15% | |
| R2 | $109.75 | +7.07% | |
| R1 | $106.75 | +4.15% | |
| Pivot | $102.50 | - | |
| S1 | $99.50 | -2.93% | |
| S2 | $95.25 | -7.07% | |
| S3 | $88.00 | -14.15% |
R is resistance, S is support.
How pivot points work
A pivot point is the average of the previous session's high, low and close. The levels above it are possible resistance, the levels below it possible support.
Pivot = (High + Low + Close) / 3
With a high of $105.50, a low of $98.25 and a close of $103.75, the pivot is $102.50. R1 is 2 x 102.50 - 98.25 = $106.75, and S1 is 2 x 102.50 - 105.50 = $99.50.
The four formulas
| Formula | Pivot | Often used for |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | (H + L + C) / 3 | General use |
| Woodie | (H + L + 2C) / 4 | Weighting the close |
| Camarilla | (H + L + C) / 3 | Range trading |
| Fibonacci | (H + L + C) / 3 | Fibonacci ratios |
Questions
What is a pivot point in trading?
The average of the previous session's high, low and close. Traders use it and the levels around it as possible support and resistance for the current session.
How do you calculate pivot points?
Pivot = (High + Low + Close) / 3. Then R1 = 2 x Pivot - Low, S1 = 2 x Pivot - High, R2 = Pivot + (High - Low), S2 = Pivot - (High - Low), R3 = Pivot + 2 x (High - Low) and S3 = Pivot - 2 x (High - Low).
What is the difference between Standard, Woodie, Camarilla and Fibonacci pivots?
Standard averages high, low and close. Woodie counts the close twice. Camarilla sets tighter levels around the close, which suits range trading. Fibonacci applies the ratios 38.2%, 61.8% and 100% of the range to the pivot.
How do traders use pivot points?
To plan entries, stops and targets. A price above the pivot is often read as bullish and below it as bearish. Support levels are used for buy orders or stops, resistance levels for sell orders or targets.
Which session's prices should I use?
For daily levels, use the previous day's regular session. For weekly or monthly levels, use the previous week's or month's high, low and close.
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