Ultimate Oscillator (7, 14, 28)
The Ultimate Oscillator (7, 14, 28) is a momentum oscillators indicator used in Skyrexio Strategy Builder for momentum analysis and overbought/oversold identification.
Introduction
The Ultimate Oscillator (7, 14, 28) is a multi-timeframe momentum oscillator that provides neutral directional bias for both LONG and SHORT opportunities. By incorporating three different timeframes (7, 14, 28 periods), it reduces false signals and provides comprehensive momentum analysis across multiple time horizons.
How Ultimate Oscillator Works
The Ultimate Oscillator was developed by Larry Williams to reduce false signals by incorporating three different timeframes (7, 14, 28 periods). It calculates buying pressure relative to true range across multiple periods.
β’ Multi-timeframe analysis - Combines short, medium, and long-term momentum for comprehensive signals β’ False signal reduction - Multiple timeframes filter out noise common in volatile markets β’ Trend confirmation - UO > 50 confirms bullish momentum, UO < 50 confirms bearish momentum β’ Breakout validation - UO extremes (>70 or <30) combined with price action confirm breakouts β’ Noise filtering - Three-timeframe approach reduces whipsaws and false signals
Key Characteristics
Category
Momentum Oscillators
Type
Multi-Timeframe Momentum Signal
Primary Use
Comprehensive momentum analysis
Timeframe
All timeframes supported (1m to 1M)
Confirmation
Volume, trend context, price action
Strategy Applications
π’ LONG STRATEGY (Multi-Timeframe Oversold Recovery)
Ultimate Oscillator is neutral - use UO < 30 for LONG entries when multi-timeframe momentum indicates oversold conditions with potential upward reversal.
Base Entry Order (LONG)
Additional Entry Orders (LONG)
Take Profit Orders (LONG)
Stop Loss Orders (LONG)
π΄ SHORT STRATEGY (Multi-Timeframe Overbought Reversal)
Ultimate Oscillator is neutral - use UO > 70 for SHORT entries when multi-timeframe momentum indicates overbought conditions with potential downward reversal.
Base Entry Order (SHORT)
Additional Entry Orders (SHORT)
Take Profit Orders (SHORT)
Stop Loss Orders (SHORT)
Advanced Strategy Combinations
Multi-Timeframe Divergence Strategy
Enhanced Divergence Detection:
Price: Makes new high/low
Ultimate Oscillator: Multi-timeframe momentum fails to confirm
Volume: Declining participation confirms divergence
Confirmation: UO crosses 50 line in opposite direction
Entry: UO crosses 50 line with divergence confirmation Target: Previous swing levels Stop: UO breaks divergence pattern with volume
Triple Timeframe Confirmation Strategy
Ultimate Oscillator Breakout Strategy
Risk Management Guidelines
Position Sizing
LONG Strategy
Standard
UO < 30 with volume confirmation
SHORT Strategy
Standard
UO > 70 with volume confirmation
Divergence Plays
Increased
Clear multi-timeframe divergence
Breakout Strategy
Reduced (75%)
High volatility breakout conditions
Ultimate Oscillator Reliability Factors
β Clear extreme levels (>70 or <30) with volume β Multi-timeframe momentum alignment β 50-line crossovers with trend confirmation β Divergence patterns with price action β Volume expansion supports momentum
β UO oscillating between 40-60 range β Low volume on extreme readings β Conflicting signals from trend indicators β Choppy, ranging market conditions β Mixed multi-timeframe signals
Best Practices
For LONG Strategies
Extreme oversold - Wait for UO < 30 before considering entries
50-line confirmation - Use UO crossing above 50 for trend confirmation
Volume validation - Confirm extreme readings with volume expansion
Multi-timeframe alignment - Ensure higher timeframes support the signal
For SHORT Strategies
Extreme overbought - Wait for UO > 70 before considering entries
50-line confirmation - Use UO crossing below 50 for trend confirmation
Volume validation - Confirm extreme readings with volume expansion
Multi-timeframe alignment - Ensure higher timeframes support the signal
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Middle range trading - Entering when UO is between 40-60
Single timeframe focus - Ignoring the multi-timeframe nature of the indicator
Volume ignored - Missing volume validation of extreme readings
Trend fighting - Trading against strong trends without confirmation
Market Conditions Analysis
Uptrend
π’ High (multi-timeframe oversold bounces)
π΄ Low (against trend)
Downtrend
π΄ Low (against trend)
π’ High (multi-timeframe overbought reversals)
Ranging
π’ High (reliable extremes)
π’ High (reliable extremes)
High Volatility
π‘ Medium (filter with volume)
π‘ Medium (filter with volume)
Low Volume
π΄ Low (wait for confirmation)
π΄ Low (wait for confirmation)
Related Indicators
Conclusion
Key Takeaways
PRIMARY USE: Multi-timeframe momentum analysis for comprehensive signals
SECONDARY USE: False signal reduction and noise filtering
ALWAYS: Confirm extreme levels with volume and multi-timeframe alignment
NEVER: Trade middle-range signals (40-60) without additional confirmation
Success with Ultimate Oscillator requires understanding its multi-timeframe nature and using it as a comprehensive momentum tool rather than a simple overbought/oversold indicator. The key is waiting for extreme levels with proper confirmation and respecting the 50-line as a trend bias indicator.
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