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MAMA and FAMA: Two Adaptive Moving Averages for Trend Assessment

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Summary

The document clarifies why a chart may show two values for the MESA Adaptive Moving Average (MAMA). It identifies the second value as the Following Adaptive Moving Average (FAMA), a companion average associated with John Ehlers. The two values are used together to assess market trend.

The explanation is brief and does not describe how either average is calculated, how their relationship signals a trend, or how to trade those signals. It provides no charts, examples, test results, or performance evidence. Treat it as a basic identification note rather than a complete indicator guide; practical use would require further details about the formulas, settings, and signal interpretation.

Key ideas

  • A chart may display MAMA alongside a second adaptive average.
  • The second value is FAMA, or Following Adaptive Moving Average.
  • MAMA and FAMA are considered together to assess market trend.
  • The document does not explain calculation details or trading rules.

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Technical indicatorsTrend following

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