UI (Ulcer Index)

Downside-risk / drawdown depth.

What is Ulcer Index?

The Ulcer Index measures downside risk by quantifying the depth and duration of drawdowns from recent highs. Lower values indicate less drawdown risk; higher values indicate more pain.

Parameters (14)

  • X-Axis: Time (candle intervals)
  • Y-Axis: Ulcer Index (0+)
  • Line: 14-period Ulcer Index

Interpretation

  • Rising UI = deeper/longer drawdowns
  • Falling UI = recovery, less risk
  • Compare across assets for risk assessment
  • Data refreshes periodically — not real-time

Trading Signals

  • Rising Ulcer Index = deepening drawdown
  • Falling Ulcer Index = recovery underway
  • Use for risk-adjusted returns (Ulcer Performance Index)

Price Overlay

  • Close Price: Daily closing price (right Y-axis)
  • Rising UI + falling price = deepening drawdown
  • Falling UI + rising price = recovery underway
  • UI spike at price low = maximum drawdown pain point

velaHita Academy home