Squeeze Momentum
Category: Trend · Updated November 2026
The TAAPI.IO Squeeze Momentum API returns value, squeeze values for the Squeeze Momentum 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/squeeze |
| Outputs | value, squeeze |
| Markets | Binance, Binance Futures, Bybit, Gate.io, Kraken and US stocks |
| Timeframes | 1m to 1w |
| Delivery | REST, bulk and WebSocket |
Get Squeeze Momentum with one API call
This request returns Squeeze Momentum for BTCUSDT on 1-hour Binance candles. Add your API key to run it here.
curl -G https://v2.taapi.io/indicator/squeeze \ -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/squeeze',
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/squeeze?${params}`, {
headers: { Authorization: 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' },
});
console.log(await res.json());Squeeze Momentum API response
This response came from the live API on 9 November 2026. Long lists are shortened here.
{
"value": [-759.0688928571445],
"squeeze": [false],
"timestamp": [1794218400]
}| Field | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
value | number[] | Value |
squeeze | boolean[] | Squeeze |
timestamp | integer[] | Unix time of each candle, in seconds |
Squeeze Momentum 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 |
bbLength | integer | No | 20 | Bb length |
bbMult | number | No | 2 | Bb mult |
kcLength | integer | No | 20 | Kc length |
kcMult | number | No | 1.5 | Kc mult |
results | integer | No | 1 | Number of values to return, or max |
backtrack | integer | No | 0 | Candles to skip from the most recent |
What is Squeeze Momentum?
Squeeze Momentum detects when Bollinger Bands contract inside Keltner Channels, which marks unusually low volatility, and pairs that with a momentum reading to suggest the likely direction of the release.
Squeeze Momentum formula
| Output | Calculation |
|---|---|
| Squeeze on | Bollinger Bands inside Keltner Channels |
| Momentum | Linear regression of close minus the mean of the Donchian midline and SMA |
How to read Squeeze Momentum in your code
| Signal | Meaning | Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility state | Compression status | squeeze |
| Momentum up | Release favours upside | value > 0 and rising |
| Momentum down | Release favours downside | value < 0 and falling |
Limitations: Not every squeeze leads to a large move, and false releases are common. Nothing on this page is financial advice.
Compare the last two closed Squeeze Momentum 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/squeeze \ -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/squeeze',
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 Squeeze Momentum 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/squeeze \ -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \ --data-urlencode "exchange=binance" \ --data-urlencode "symbol=BTCUSDT" \ --data-urlencode "timeframe=1h" \ --data-urlencode "results=100"
Get Squeeze Momentum for multiple symbols
Combine Squeeze Momentum 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": "squeeze",
"indicator": "squeeze"
},
{
"id": "rsi",
"indicator": "rsi"
}
]
}
]
}'Stream Squeeze Momentum 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": "squeeze",
"exchange": "binance",
"symbol": "BTCUSDT",
"interval": "1m",
"indicator": "squeeze"
}Squeeze Momentum API FAQ
What does the Squeeze Momentum API return?
It returns value, squeeze, plus a timestamp for the request. Results are JSON.
Is the latest Squeeze Momentum 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 Squeeze Momentum settings can I change?
You can set bbLength, bbMult, kcLength, kcMult. See the parameters table above for defaults.
Can I get Squeeze Momentum 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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