CFA Level 1 Exam: Diffusion Index Over 70

Diffusion Index Over 70

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A diffusion index with a value of over 70 is considered by technical analysts to be

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The diffusion index is an alternative specification of advance-decline series, and is used as an indicator of the direction of the market. If the index reaches up to levels of 56 to 60, the market is considered overbought. If it comes down to levels of 40 to 44, the market is considered over oversold.