Understanding Anchored VWAP in Trading

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What is VWAP?

  • The weighted average of all trades in a day (correct)
  • The average price of the highest volume trades in a day
  • The price of the last trade of the day
  • The price of the first trade of the day

What is the difference between VWAP and AVWAP?

  • VWAP is a cumulative and dynamic calculation while AVWAP is a static calculation
  • VWAP averages price and volume from any point while AVWAP averages price and volume from a user-defined start point (correct)
  • VWAP is calculated for a specific time period while AVWAP is calculated for a whole day
  • VWAP is used for short-term trading while AVWAP is used for long-term investing

How can AVWAP analysis help in trading?

  • By identifying important price levels where sentiment is likely to change (correct)
  • By predicting the future direction of the market
  • By indicating the exact time to enter or exit a trade
  • By showing the total number of shares traded in a day

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Study Notes

  • VWAP is the volume weighted arithmetic mean of all trades for one day.
  • Anchored VWAP (AVWAP) calculates the cumulative and dynamic VWAP from a user-defined start point.
  • AVWAP helps to understand the shifts between buyers and sellers over any timeframe.
  • The calculation and interpretation of VWAP/AVWAP is the same regardless of the anchor point or time being analyzed.
  • Each share receives equal weighting in the VWAP calculation.
  • AVWAP averages price and volume from any point to show who is in control of the trend.
  • AVWAP analysis helps to identify important price levels where sentiment is likely to change.
  • Recognizing these levels in advance helps to plan trades and manage risk.
  • AVWAP analysis helps to be more discerning in trades by understanding how capital flows through markets.
  • AVWAP helps to anticipate key levels and wait for price confirmation before participating in a trade.

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