A Normalized Linear Regression Oscillator for Trend and Mean-Reversion Signals

Summary

This indicator calculates a linear regression-based series from recent closing prices, then normalizes it against its own longer rolling average and standard deviation. The resulting oscillator is plotted around zero, with configurable upper and lower thresholds. Zero crossings are presented as trend-change cues, while turns back from beyond a threshold are marked as possible mean-reversion events. The chart also includes optional oscillator-based candle colors and price levels derived from recent highs or lows as invalidation references.

The document describes the construction and visual interpretation of these signals, but supplies no backtest, statistical validation, or rules for entering and exiting positions. Thresholds and lookback length affect sensitivity, and the indicator’s labels should not be treated as confirmed reversals. The plotted invalidation levels are references tied to recent price extremes, not guaranteed stop levels. The source and description offer a visualization tool for examining trend and reversion conditions, rather than evidence of a profitable strategy.

Key ideas

• The oscillator derives a linear regression measure from a configurable lookback of closing prices.
• Normalization against a rolling mean and standard deviation places the series around a zero reference.
• Zero crossings mark potential changes in directional conditions, while threshold turns flag possible mean reversion.
• Recent highs and lows are used to plot price references associated with signal invalidation.
• The document provides indicator logic and visual cues but no validation of trading performance.

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