EA-1064 · Trend Following

Exp_AMkA

Exp_AMkA is an Expert Advisor whose source code could not be read (binary file format). Based on the filename convention 'Exp_' prefix and 'AMkA' abbreviation, this appears to be a systematic trading EA, but its exact strategy, indicators, and logic cannot be determined without access to the actual source code.

Open the interactive view (equity curve, symbol switch)

Key facts

RiskHigh risk
Rating★☆☆☆☆
TypeTrading EA
TimeframesUnknown
IndicatorsUnknown
AuthorCopyright © 2012, Nikolay Kositsin

Backtest results (H1, about 1 year)

SymbolP&LAnnualMax DDTradesWin rateSharpeRecoveryLosing streakPer tradeStatus
EURUSD0.00%0.00%0.00%0—————Not convertible yet
GBPUSD0.00%0.00%0.00%0—————Not convertible yet
USDJPY0.00%0.00%0.00%0—————Not convertible yet
XAUUSD0.00%0.00%0.00%0—————Not convertible yet

Why this EA never traded: no entry rule survived the conversion.

Converted from MQL5 to Python and run with the same rules for every EA. Positions use MT5 lot sizes (100,000 units per FX lot, 100 oz per gold lot) with 1:100 leverage, one order at a time, and a stop-out below 10% of the starting balance. Sharpe is computed from the equity curve. Results marked as unreliable are shown for completeness only.

Strategy analysis

The source code file is in binary format and cannot be read, making detailed strategy analysis impossible. The 'AMkA' in the filename may be an abbreviation for the strategy name, but its exact meaning is unknown. Entry conditions, exit conditions, position sizing, and money management logic cannot be inferred from the filename alone. Access to the readable MQ5 source code is required for a complete strategy analysis. The 'Exp_' prefix confirms this is an Expert Advisor trading program, but nothing further can be determined. No indicators, timeframes, or trading style can be identified without the actual source code.

Strengths

  • Filename follows MQL5 standard naming convention (Exp_ prefix)
  • Has potential as an automated trading program as an EA type
  • File exists within the MQL5 CodeBase directory structure

Weaknesses

  • Source code is in binary format and cannot be read or analyzed
  • Cannot verify the correctness and safety of strategy logic
  • Cannot confirm whether stop-loss and risk management mechanisms are included
  • Cannot determine if high-risk strategies like martingale or grid are present

Possible improvements

  • Convert the source code to readable MQ5 text format for analysis
  • Add source code files or detailed documentation explaining the strategy logic

Risk assessment

Overall risk: High risk

  • Inability to read source code means no risk management mechanisms can be verified
  • Binary format EA may hide dangerous strategies like martingale or grid
  • Cannot confirm existence of stop-loss, position checks, and money management logic

Evaluation scores

Code quality1.0
Strategy logic1.0
Risk management1.0
Robustness1.0
Innovation1.0
Documentation1.0
Overall1.0

Parameters

ParameterDefaultDescription
N/A - binary fileunknownCannot read parameters - binary file
N/A - binary fileunknownCannot read parameters - binary file

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Backtests are historical simulations and do not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.

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