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Hello,
I have a very simple problem. All I want is to get the current numerical value of an indicator (such as SMA) - at its current position in time - and store it in a double variable.
For example (I know this does not work):
private SimpleMovingAverage sma;
double dCurSMA;
dCurSMA = (double)sma;
Thank you for your help,
Phil
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Jared Broad
Hi Phil; Most of LEAN uses decimals to avoid loosing precision when doing money math. The indicator is implicitly cast to a decimal so you can do things like this:
private SimpleMovingAverage smaSlow; private SimpleMovingAverage smaFast; if (smaSlow > smaFast) { Buy() } // doubleSma is a decimal; so the numbers need "m" on the end. var doubleSma = smaSlow * 2m; //Extracting to a separate variable decimal valueSma = sma;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.
Philip Salmony
That's great Jared, thank you very much!
Phil
Philip Salmony
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