Pivot Points Calculator
Classic pivot points with support and resistance levels from the previous period.
Calculation Results
For education only. Not financial advice. Trading involves substantial risk of loss.
Pivot points are reference levels calculated from the previous period’s high, low and close. Day traders often use them to mark possible support and resistance. Enter the previous day’s (or week’s) prices to get the levels.
The formulas (classic)
- Pivot (P) = (High + Low + Close) ÷ 3
- R1 = 2P − Low · S1 = 2P − High
- R2 = P + (High − Low) · S2 = P − (High − Low)
- R3 = High + 2 × (P − Low) · S3 = Low − 2 × (High − P)
Worked example
High 110, low 100, close 105:
| Level | Price |
|---|---|
| R3 | 120 |
| R2 | 115 |
| R1 | 110 |
| Pivot | 105 |
| S1 | 100 |
| S2 | 95 |
| S3 | 90 |
How traders use them
- Price above the pivot suggests a bullish bias for the period; below suggests bearish.
- R1 and S1 are common first targets or reaction points.
- Combine with a stop-loss and the risk/reward calculator before entering.
FAQ
Which period should I use? Use the previous day for intraday trading, and the previous week or month for swing trading.
Do pivot points work in every market? They are most used in liquid markets such as forex, index futures and large stocks.
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