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PIVOT POINTS

The central pivot was formed from the high, low and close of the previous day and R1-R3, S1-S3 levels above and below it.

Published by The Retail Trader · JUL 31, 2026 · Indicators

Pivot Points — Central pivot created from the previous day's high, low and close and R1-R3, S1-S3 levels above and below it.

WHERE THIS FITS IN

This term comes under Indicators, in the section "LEVEL CREATION TOOLS". These are less indicators, and more level-generator:

RELATED TERMS TO READ

Other terms in this group — understanding them together is more useful:
• Fibonacci Retracement
• Fibonacci Extension
• CPR (Central Pivot Range)
• Anchored VWAP
• Volume Profile

To read the entire group and all its examples in one place, see the journal "INDICATORS: FORMULA TOOLS" - this term has been taken from there.

This entry is for educational purposes only and is not a recommendation to buy or sell. Exchanges change charges, margins, lot sizes and expiry rules from time to time, so verify any figures with your broker or exchange.

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