
⚡ Kaufman Efficiency Ratio (KER)
Trend clarity, quantified.
The Kaufman Efficiency Ratio (KER) is a precision tool for measuring how efficiently price moves from point A to B—without getting lost in the noise. Whether you're validating breakout conditions or filtering sideways chop, KER gives you a clean score between 0 and 1 that reflects directional intent versus volatility.
🔍 What It Does
- Calculates Kaufman’s Efficiency Ratio:
- Outputs a normalized value from 0 (pure noise) to 1 (perfect trend)
- Highlights trending vs. non-trending regimes with zero ambiguity
- Ideal for adaptive overlays, regime filters, and signal gating
🛠️ Key Features
- Modular input manager for multi-timeframe sourcing
- Cross-asset compatible: FX, crypto, indices, equities
- Lightweight, real-time logic with no smoothing lag
- Plug-and-play with your existing suite architecture
🎯 Use Cases
- Trend Validation: Confirm directional bias before signal execution
- Noise Filtering: Suppress entries during inefficient price action
- Regime Detection: Pair with volatility-aware overlays for smarter transitions
- Strategy Building: Use as a core metric in breakout, momentum, or bias logic
💡 Bonus
KER is free, fast, and ruthlessly efficient—just like your code. No fluff, no filters. Just raw market intent, distilled.
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