Relative Momentum Deviation | QuantEdgeB

📊 Introducing Relative Momentum Deviation (RMD) by QuantEdgeB

🛠️ Overview
Relative Momentum Deviation (RMD) is a precision-crafted momentum-based oscillator that measures relative price deviation through a normalized RSI structure and volatility-weighted SD bands. Unlike standard oscillators, RMD dynamically adapts its thresholds using rolling standard deviation on a DEMA-based foundation, making it uniquely responsive in both trending and ranging environments.
Designed to filter out noise and detect critical breakout zones, RMD is a powerful addition to any quantitative trader’s toolkit. Whether used as a standalone entry/exit signal or confirmation layer, RMD excels at identifying momentum inflection points with statistical confidence.

✨ Key Features
🔹 Normalized RSI-Based Core
RMD calculates momentum using a custom RSI of a DEMA-filtered source, delivering a smooth and responsive signal.
🔹 Volatility-Adaptive SD Thresholds
Dynamic upper and lower thresholds adjust in real-time using standard deviation, reducing false positives during low-volatility phases.
🔹 Dual Confirmation Signal Logic
RMD compares both deviation bands to user-defined thresholds to issue high-confidence trend entries.
🔹 Backtesting Integration & Visual Equity Curve
With built-in support for the QuantEdgeB Backtesting Framework, RMD allows seamless strategy validation.
🔹 Clean Visuals & Label Customization
Includes candle coloring, dynamic overlays, signal labels, and optional trend structure plots.

📊 How It Works
1️⃣ Normalized RSI of a DEMA Source
The heart of RMD lies in a momentum oscillator built from:
• 📌 Source Input → A DEMA of price (default 30)
• 📌 Momentum Foundation → RSI calculated from the DEMA output
• 📌 Smoothing Length → Controls the responsiveness of the base signal (default 14)
This creates a stable momentum oscillator less prone to fake-outs during sudden volatility spikes.

2️⃣ Standard Deviation Filtering Engine
RMD employs volatility-weighted SD bands to define statistically meaningful thresholds:
📌 Formula Breakdown:
• NormUp = RSI - SD
• NormDn = RSI + SD
These boundaries adapt based on recent price dispersion. The upper and lower bands dynamically expand or contract depending on market behavior.

3️⃣ Signal Logic & Triggering Conditions
• ✅ Long Signal → NormUp crosses above the long threshold (default: 65)
• ❌ Short Signal → NormDn drops below the short threshold (default: 50)
This approach means signals only occur during statistically significant deviation from mean momentum, making them less frequent but more robust.

✅ Visual Signal Features
• 🔹 Candle coloring based on signal direction (Long/Short)
• 🔹 Label plots on crossover confirmations
• 🔹 Momentum band plots for discretionary or system-based confirmation

👥 Who Should Use It?
✅ Momentum Traders → Identify directional bias with low noise
✅ Swing Traders → Confirm turning points with volatility-adjusted deviation
✅ Quantitative Developers → Integrate into backtested strategies with ease
✅ Range-Trading Specialists → Use SD bands to anticipate overextended moves

⚙️ Customization & Default Settings
🔧 Core Inputs:
• Base RSI Length (Default: 14)
• Source Smoothing (DEMA, Default: 7)
• SD Length (Default: 40) → Controls volatility window
• SD Multiplier (Default: 0.7) → Adjusts sensitivity of deviation thresholds
• Signal Thresholds (L/S Default: 65 Long - 50 Short) → Controls breakout trigger levels
• Color Mode Themes → Six color themes included
• Signal Labels Toggle → Optional signal label plotting
• Backtest Table & Equity Curve Options

📊 Backtest Mode
RMD includes an optional backtest table, enabling traders to assess its historical effectiveness before applying it in live trading conditions.

🔹 Backtest Metrics Displayed:
• Equity Max Drawdown → Largest historical loss from peak equity.
• Profit Factor → Ratio of total profits to total losses, measuring system efficiency.
• Sharpe Ratio → Assesses risk-adjusted return performance.
• Sortino Ratio → Focuses on downside risk-adjusted returns.
• Omega Ratio → Evaluates return consistency & performance asymmetry.
• Half Kelly → Optimal position sizing based on risk/reward analysis.
• Total Trades & Win Rate → Assess historical success rate.

📌 Disclaimer:
Backtest results are based on past performance and do not guarantee future success. Always incorporate real-time validation and risk management in live trading.

🚀 Why This Matters?
✅ Strategy Validation → Gain insight into historical trend accuracy.
✅ Customization Insights → See how different settings impact performance.
✅ Risk Awareness → Understand potential drawdowns before deploying capital.

📌 How to Use RMD in Your Strategy
1️⃣ Momentum Breakout Strategy
✔ Go Long when NormUp > L → Indicates strong upward deviation
✔ Go Short when NormDn < S → Indicates sharp downward momentum
✔ Use SD Mult to control sensitivity and smoothness
2️⃣ Volatility Regime Awareness
✔ In low-volatility → Decrease SD multiplier to catch early signals
✔ In high-volatility → Increase SD multiplier to avoid noise

🔍 Bonus: Extra Trend Structure Plots
RMD includes optional ALMA + multi-EMA trend band overlays:
• Use them to confirm momentum alignment
• Great for hybrid strategies (e.g. trend + momentum)

📌 Conclusion
Relative Momentum Deviation (RMD) by QuantEdgeB offers a clean and adaptive approach to momentum trading by combining a normalized RSI structure with volatility-driven breakout zones.
With built-in signal confirmation, smart filtering, and rich backtest capabilities, RMD excels as a dynamic momentum companion for both discretionary and system traders.

🔹 Key Takeaways:
1️⃣ Adaptive Deviation Zones – Responsive to real-time volatility
2️⃣ Normalized RSI Core – Clean, smoothed momentum insight
3️⃣ Backtest + Visual Toolkit – Strategy-friendly and ready to deploy

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🔹 Disclaimer: Past performance is not indicative of future results.
🔹 Strategic Advice: Always backtest, optimize, and align parameters with your trading objectives and risk tolerance before live trading.