TST
TST is an Expert Advisor for MetaTrader 5 whose source code could not be read due to binary encoding. Based on filename conventions in the MQL5 CodeBase, this appears to be a systematic trading EA, but strategy details cannot be confirmed without access to the actual source code.
Open the interactive view (equity curve, symbol switch)Key facts
Backtest results (H1, about 1 year)
| Symbol | P&L | Annual | Max DD | Trades | Win rate | Sharpe | Recovery | Losing streak | Per trade | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EURUSD | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | Not convertible yet |
| GBPUSD | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | Not convertible yet |
| USDJPY | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | Not convertible yet |
| XAUUSD | 0.00% | 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.
Blow-up risk: No blow-up pattern found
- Has no stop loss or trailing stop
On its own this is not a typical blow-up pattern, and the account was not stopped out in our backtests. That is not a guarantee: any EA can lose money.
High: stopped out in our backtest, or martingale/grid sizing without a stop loss. Elevated: martingale or grid sizing with a stop loss, or several positions at once without a stop loss. What the label means and what we found →
Strategy analysis
The source code could not be read due to binary encoding, making detailed strategy analysis impossible. The filename TST suggests this may be a test or prototype EA. Entry conditions, exit conditions, position sizing, and money management details cannot be confirmed without access to the actual source code. Typically, EAs in the MQL5 CodeBase use technical indicators for entry signals, but the specific strategy of this EA remains unknown. It is recommended to obtain a readable source code file for thorough analysis. All analysis presented here is speculative in nature and should not be used as the basis for trading decisions without verification against the actual source code.
Strengths
- File exists in the MQL5 CodeBase, suggesting it may have passed initial community review
- As an MQ5 format file, it can be used directly on the MetaTrader 5 platform
- EA name is concise, possibly for testing purposes, making it convenient for developers to debug and iterate
Weaknesses
- Source code is in binary format and cannot be read, resulting in extremely low transparency
- Unable to verify strategy logic and risk management mechanisms
- Cannot perform code quality audit or security review
Possible improvements
- Provide readable MQ5 source code files instead of compiled binary files
- Add detailed strategy documentation and parameter descriptions
- Supplement the complete source code in the repository for community review and improvement
Risk assessment
Overall risk: High risk
- Inability to read source code means it is impossible to verify whether malicious code or backdoors exist
- Cannot confirm whether stop-loss mechanisms or position controls are in place
- Unable to assess drawdown risk and money management safety of the strategy
Evaluation scores
Parameters
| Parameter | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|
N/A | N/A | Unable to read source code, parameters unknown |
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Backtests are historical simulations and do not guarantee future results. Not financial advice.