Linear Regression (linreg)
Category: Statistics · Updated November 2026
The TAAPI.IO Linear Regression (linreg) API returns real-time and historical values for the Linear Regression indicator as JSON, for crypto pairs and US stocks. Send an exchange, symbol and timeframe to get real-time or historical data, with no candles to download and no calculations to maintain.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Endpoint | GET https://v2.taapi.io/indicator/linreg |
| Outputs | value |
| Markets | Binance, Binance Futures, Bybit, Gate.io, Kraken and US stocks |
| Timeframes | 1m to 1w |
| Delivery | REST, bulk and WebSocket |
Get Linear Regression (linreg) with one API call
This request returns Linear Regression (linreg) for BTCUSDT on 1-hour Binance candles. Add your API key to run it here.
curl -G https://v2.taapi.io/indicator/linreg \ -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \ --data-urlencode "exchange=binance" \ --data-urlencode "symbol=BTCUSDT" \ --data-urlencode "timeframe=1h"
import requests
resp = requests.get(
'https://v2.taapi.io/indicator/linreg',
headers={'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY'},
params={'exchange': 'binance', 'symbol': 'BTCUSDT', 'timeframe': '1h'},
)
print(resp.json())const params = new URLSearchParams({"exchange": "binance", "symbol": "BTCUSDT", "timeframe": "1h"});
const res = await fetch(`https://v2.taapi.io/indicator/linreg?${params}`, {
headers: { Authorization: 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' },
});
console.log(await res.json());Linear Regression (linreg) API response
This response came from the live API on 9 November 2026. Long lists are shortened here.
{
"value": [74298.4865715903],
"timestamp": [1794218400]
}| Field | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
value | number[] | Linear Regression (linreg) result |
timestamp | integer[] | Unix time of each candle, in seconds |
Linear Regression (linreg) API parameters
| Name | Type | Required | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
exchange | string | Yes | — | binance, binancefutures, bybit, gateio, kraken or stocks |
symbol | string | Yes | — | Pair or ticker, e.g. BTCUSDT or AAPL |
timeframe | string | Yes | — | 1m 5m 15m 1h 4h 1d 1w |
period | number | No | — | Period |
results | integer | No | 1 | Number of values to return, or max |
backtrack | integer | No | 0 | Candles to skip from the most recent |
What is Linear Regression (linreg)?
This endpoint returns the end point of a least-squares line fitted through the last n closes. It offers the same calculation as linearreg from a different library, with the result in a field named after the indicator.
Linear Regression (linreg) formula
| Output | Calculation |
|---|---|
| Value | b + m × (n − 1) |
How to read Linear Regression (linreg) in your code
| Signal | Meaning | Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Above the line | Price ahead of the fitted trend | Close above value |
| Below the line | Price behind the fitted trend | Close below value |
Limitations: A straight line cannot describe a changing market. Nothing on this page is financial advice.
Compare the last two closed Linear Regression (linreg) values
Use backtrack=1 to skip the candle still forming, and results=2 to compare the last two closed candles. Arrays run oldest first.
curl -G https://v2.taapi.io/indicator/linreg \ -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \ --data-urlencode "exchange=binance" \ --data-urlencode "symbol=BTCUSDT" \ --data-urlencode "timeframe=1h" \ --data-urlencode "results=2" \ --data-urlencode "backtrack=1"
import requests
resp = requests.get(
'https://v2.taapi.io/indicator/linreg',
headers={'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY'},
params={'exchange': 'binance', 'symbol': 'BTCUSDT', 'timeframe': '1h', 'results': 2, 'backtrack': 1},
)
data = resp.json()
prev, last = data['value']
print('value', prev, '->', last)
print('rising' if last > prev else 'falling or flat')Get historical Linear Regression (linreg) values
Add results to return a series for backtesting or charting. The last element is the most recent candle.
curl -G https://v2.taapi.io/indicator/linreg \ -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \ --data-urlencode "exchange=binance" \ --data-urlencode "symbol=BTCUSDT" \ --data-urlencode "timeframe=1h" \ --data-urlencode "results=100"
Get Linear Regression (linreg) for multiple symbols
Combine Linear Regression (linreg) with other indicators in one request. Each exchange, symbol and timeframe combination is one construct: Basic allows 1 per request, Pro 3 and Expert 10.
curl -X POST https://v2.taapi.io/bulk \
-H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d '{
"constructs": [
{
"id": "btc_1h",
"exchange": "binance",
"symbol": "BTCUSDT",
"timeframe": "1h",
"indicators": [
{
"id": "linreg",
"indicator": "linreg"
},
{
"id": "rsi",
"indicator": "rsi"
}
]
}
]
}'Stream Linear Regression (linreg) in real time
Subscribe over WebSocket to receive new values every 5 seconds while the candle is forming. Streaming supports 1m, 5m, 15m and 1h, and uses interval where REST uses timeframe.
{
"type": "subscribe",
"id": "linreg",
"exchange": "binance",
"symbol": "BTCUSDT",
"interval": "1m",
"indicator": "linreg"
}Linear Regression (linreg) API FAQ
What does the Linear Regression (linreg) API return?
It returns value, plus a timestamp for the request. Results are JSON.
Is the latest Linear Regression (linreg) value final?
No. The newest value belongs to the candle still forming and can change until it closes. Add backtrack=1 to read the last closed candle.
Which Linear Regression (linreg) settings can I change?
You can set period. See the parameters table above for defaults.
Can I get Linear Regression (linreg) for US stocks?
Yes. Use exchange=stocks with a ticker such as AAPL. US stocks are included on the Pro plan and above.
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