Stochastic RSI
RSI of RSI — applies the Stochastic formula to RSI values for a hyper-sensitive oscillator that generates more signals than either parent indicator.
Formula
StochRSI = (RSI − Lowest RSI_n) / (Highest RSI_n − Lowest RSI_n)
Stochastic RSI takes the Stochastic formula and applies it to RSI values rather than price, producing a bounded 0–1 (or 0–100) oscillator that is significantly more sensitive. It cycles more frequently than plain RSI, reaching extreme zones more often.
Because of its sensitivity, StochRSI is best used on higher timeframes or smoothed with its %D line (3-period SMA). Readings above 0.80 are overbought; below 0.20, oversold. The %K/%D crossover inside the extreme zones is the primary entry trigger. False signals are common in ranging markets — confirm with trend context.
Example
StochRSI on the 4H chart drops to 0.04 (%K = 4). It then crosses above its %D line inside the oversold zone. Combined with a bullish engulfing candle at a key support level, traders take a long position targeting the 0.80 region.
Related Terms
Money Flow Index (MFI)
Volume-weighted RSI that measures buying and selling pressure; above 80 is overbought, below 20 oversold, over a 14-period default.
IntermediateRelative Strength Index (RSI)
Momentum oscillator (0–100) that flags overbought conditions above 70 and oversold below 30 over a default 14-period lookback.
BeginnerStochastic Oscillator
Momentum oscillator comparing a closing price to its high-low range over 14 periods; values above 80 are overbought, below 20 oversold.
BeginnerWilliams %R
Inverted Stochastic oscillator (0 to −100) identifying overbought (above −20) and oversold (below −80) conditions over a 14-period window.
Beginner