Weighted Moving Average

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The Weighted Moving Average (WMA) function computes the average of a set of input values over a specified number of time periods. In this function, a greater weight is given to more recent data. The function can be used to smooth a data series, which helps to reduce noise and make it easier to spot data trends.

The mathematical formula being calculated is as follows:

WMAt = (n * Yt / K) + ((n-1) * Yt-1 / K)

Where Y is the value, n is the number of periods, and K is the sum of n-based multipliers (for example, for n=3, K=3+2+1=6).

Weighted Moving Average
Weighted Moving Average

1. Syntax

WGHTMOVAVG(d0,s0,Alignment)

2. Input

The Weighted Moving Average function requires the following input:

  • d0 - Input data values - The set of data values for which the Weighted Moving Average is calculated.

3. Parameters

The Weighted Moving Average function requires the following parameters:

  • s0 Period - The number of time periods to use in the calculation. The default value is 10.
  • Alignment (Optional) – Hierarchy placeholder to be used as the alignment axis.

4. Output

The Weighted Moving Average function generates the following output:

  • Weighted Moving Average - The Weighted Moving Average result set.

5. See also

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