There's no shortage of market indicators out there. But what do they really tell us? And can we trust them to give us an accurate picture of the future?Market Indicators are quantitative in nature and seek to interpret stock or financial index data in an attempt to forecast market moves. Market indicators are a subset of technical indicators and are typically comprised of formulas and ratios. They aid investors' investment/trading decisions.But here's the thing: markets are complex, ever-changing entities that defy easy explanation. So while market indicators can be helpful, they should never be relied upon blindly. After all, even the most sophisticated formula is only as good as the assumptions it makes - and we all know what happens when you assume.