When I doing the minus operation, I am getting a value of 0
Log("Value of sma is" + sma +" and price is"+ price + "Difference is---" + (sma.Minus(price)));
Below is the log entry:
2013-10-10 04:00:00 Value of sma is1.35003 and price is1.349855Difference is---0.0
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I couldn't reproduce the issue.
Could you share a working algorithm?
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When you use an indicator extension, a new indicator is created, So every time you call sma.Minus(price), you will get a new indicator waiting for the first update. The proper way to do it would be:
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//Set up the SMA class
private SimpleMovingAverage _sma;
private Identity _price;
private CompositeIndicator<IndicatorDataPoint> _diff;
// In Initialize
_sma = SMA("EURUSD", 10, Resolution.Hour);
_price = Identity("EURUSD");
_diff = _sma.Minus(_price);
// In OnData or elsewhere
Log("Value of sma is" + sma + " and price is" + price + "Difference is---" + _diff);The material on this website is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell, a solicitation to buy, or a recommendation or endorsement for any security or strategy, nor does it constitute an offer to provide investment advisory services by QuantConnect. In addition, the material offers no opinion with respect to the suitability of any security or specific investment. QuantConnect makes no guarantees as to the accuracy or completeness of the views expressed in the website. The views are subject to change, and may have become unreliable for various reasons, including changes in market conditions or economic circumstances. All investments involve risk, including loss of principal. You should consult with an investment professional before making any investment decisions.
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