Trend Analysis by Weighted and Exponential Moving Average

Manasa and Dr. Y. Rajashekhar Reddy
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Manasa: M.Sc Final year student, Dept of Mathematics, Jntuhucest, Hyderabad, Telangana
Dr. Y. Rajashekhar Reddy: Assistant Professor Dept. of Mathematics, Jntuhucest, Hyderabad, Telangana

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science, 2025, vol. 10, issue 7, 1698-1705

Abstract: This research explores the effectiveness of weighted moving average (WMA) and exponential moving average (EMA) as technical tools for analyzing the monthly stock performance of the State Bank of India (SBI) from April 2013 to March 2018. The primary objective is to assess the reliability of these indicators in identifying trend shifts, generating buy/shell signals, and enhancing decision-making for investors in the Indian banking sector. Monthly closing prices of SBI were analyzed using various periods of WMA and EMA (e.g.,3-month,6-month,12-month) to detect significant trend movements. Crossover strategies were applied-where the stock price crossing above or below the moving average line signaled entry or exit points. The performance of WMA was compared with EMA to determine which indicator provided more timely and accurate signals, especially in periods of high volatility or directional shifts. Finding suggest that WMA responds faster to recent price changes due to its linear weighting scheme, while EMA provides smoother signals and reduces noise in trend detection. The WMA -based strategy showed slightly better short term responsiveness but also produced more frequent whipsaws during consolidating markets.

Date: 2025
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