What are the differences between the EMA and SMA (Simple Moving Average) indicators?

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What are the differences between the EMA and SMA (Simple Moving Average) indicators?

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The key difference between the EMA and SMA indicators is their calculation method.

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While the EMA gives more weight to recent prices, the SMA treats all prices within the ‘period’ equally. As a result, the EMA is more responsive to recent price changes.