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Initial Balance + Extensions
Overview
Tracks the Initial Balance (IB) range formed during the first hour of trading (9:30-10:30 AM EST) and projects extension levels to identify potential price targets throughout the session.
What It Does
Monitors the 9:30-10:30 AM EST period to establish IB High, IB Low, and Midline
Calculates extension levels at 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% of the IB range (both above and below)
Identifies directional bias by comparing the 10:30 AM close to the IB midline
Tracks historical statistics showing breakout frequency and extension hit rates
Updates in real-time during the IB session
Key Features
Live updating IB levels during market hours
Customizable extension percentages (toggle 25%, 50%, 75%, 100%)
Visual directional bias signal (bullish/bearish candle shading at 10:30 AM)
Comprehensive statistics table with breakout rates and extension success percentages
Historical view of past IB levels (configurable lookback period)
Fully customizable colors, labels, and display options
Best Use Cases
Day trading: Use IB levels as support/resistance and extensions as profit targets
Breakout trading: Enter on IB High/Low breaks with defined targets
Range trading: Trade within IB when contained days are likely
Market profiling: Understand price acceptance and rejection zones
Settings
All visual elements are customizable including:
Line colors (default: gray for neutral appearance)
Label styles and sizes
Extension level visibility
Statistics table position and size
Historical data display (0-10 past days)
Technical Notes
Optimized for US market hours (EST/EDT timezone)
Works on any timeframe (1min, 5min, 15min recommended)
Best suited for liquid instruments (ES, NQ, SPY, QQQ, stocks)
Statistics accumulate over time for improved accuracy
Educational Purpose
Based on Initial Balance theory from Market Profile, this indicator helps traders identify key price levels and understand market structure during the trading day. It is not financial advice and should be used as part of a comprehensive trading plan.
Note: Past performance statistics do not guarantee future results. Always practice proper risk management.
Tracks the Initial Balance (IB) range formed during the first hour of trading (9:30-10:30 AM EST) and projects extension levels to identify potential price targets throughout the session.
What It Does
Monitors the 9:30-10:30 AM EST period to establish IB High, IB Low, and Midline
Calculates extension levels at 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% of the IB range (both above and below)
Identifies directional bias by comparing the 10:30 AM close to the IB midline
Tracks historical statistics showing breakout frequency and extension hit rates
Updates in real-time during the IB session
Key Features
Live updating IB levels during market hours
Customizable extension percentages (toggle 25%, 50%, 75%, 100%)
Visual directional bias signal (bullish/bearish candle shading at 10:30 AM)
Comprehensive statistics table with breakout rates and extension success percentages
Historical view of past IB levels (configurable lookback period)
Fully customizable colors, labels, and display options
Best Use Cases
Day trading: Use IB levels as support/resistance and extensions as profit targets
Breakout trading: Enter on IB High/Low breaks with defined targets
Range trading: Trade within IB when contained days are likely
Market profiling: Understand price acceptance and rejection zones
Settings
All visual elements are customizable including:
Line colors (default: gray for neutral appearance)
Label styles and sizes
Extension level visibility
Statistics table position and size
Historical data display (0-10 past days)
Technical Notes
Optimized for US market hours (EST/EDT timezone)
Works on any timeframe (1min, 5min, 15min recommended)
Best suited for liquid instruments (ES, NQ, SPY, QQQ, stocks)
Statistics accumulate over time for improved accuracy
Educational Purpose
Based on Initial Balance theory from Market Profile, this indicator helps traders identify key price levels and understand market structure during the trading day. It is not financial advice and should be used as part of a comprehensive trading plan.
Note: Past performance statistics do not guarantee future results. Always practice proper risk management.
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免责声明
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受保护脚本
此脚本以闭源形式发布。 但是，您可以自由使用它，没有任何限制 — 在此处了解更多信息。
免责声明
这些信息和出版物并不意味着也不构成TradingView提供或认可的金融、投资、交易或其它类型的建议或背书。请在使用条款阅读更多信息。