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CMF

Volume flow above or below the zero line. Confirms buy or sell pressure with price.

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Chaikin Money Flow (CMF) is a volume-weighted average of accumulation and distribution, commonly over 20 or 21 bars. It oscillates between +1 and -1. Above zero is buying pressure. Below zero is selling pressure.

CMF staying positive while price rises confirms accumulation. CMF rolling negative while price is still up is a warning that volume is not supporting the move.

Add CMF to a mix as a zero-line gate next to a breakout or moving-average entry so the trade needs both price and money flow.