# Momentum (MOM)

> QuantNexus indicator page for basic price momentum.

**Route**: `/quantnexus/indicators/mom/`

## What It Does

MOM compares the current price to the price `n` bars ago to show directional momentum.

## Formula

`Momentum = Price(t) - Price(t - period)`

## Parameters

- `period` - default `12`

## C++23 API

```cpp
#include <nonabt/indicators/mom.hpp>
auto mom = std::make_unique<nonabt::MOM>(data().close(), 12);
```

## Common Usage

- Use zero-line crosses to gauge momentum shifts.
- Compare momentum expansion across multiple timeframes.
- Pair it with trend filters to avoid fading strong trends too early.