Exp_Iin_MA_Signal
This EA is a trend-following expert advisor based on the Iin_MA_Signal custom indicator, which generates buy and sell signals using moving average crossover logic. It automatically opens positions in the direction of the detected trend and manages trades with configurable stop loss and take profit levels. The EA operates systematically without manual intervention, executing trades when the indicator's signal conditions are met.
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Backtest results (H1, about 1 year)
Not backtested yet — this EA could not be converted automatically.
Strategy analysis
The core strategy of this EA is a trend-following system based on moving average crossovers, using the Iin_MA_Signal indicator to determine trend direction. Entry conditions trigger a buy when the indicator emits a bullish signal (fast MA crossing above slow MA) and a sell when it emits a bearish signal (fast MA crossing below slow MA). Exit conditions rely on pre-configured stop loss and take profit parameters, closing positions when price reaches either level. Position sizing uses a fixed lot approach where the user sets the trade volume via the InpLots parameter. Money management lacks dynamic position adjustment or risk percentage calculation, depending entirely on the user to manually set a reasonable trade size. The strategy performs well in trending markets but may generate consecutive losses in ranging markets due to frequent MA crossover whipsaws.
Strengths
- Captures significant trend moves with a reasonable risk-reward ratio in trending markets
- Strategy logic is simple and clear, easy to understand and optimize
- Configurable stop loss and take profit parameters provide defined risk boundaries
Weaknesses
- Frequent MA crossover whipsaws in ranging markets generate false signals and consecutive losses
- Fixed lot sizing lacks dynamic position management and cannot auto-adjust risk based on account equity
- Missing new bar check mechanism may cause repeated trade entries on the same bar
Possible improvements
- Add a trend filter (e.g., ADX or ATR) to reduce trade frequency during low-trend-strength conditions
- Implement dynamic position sizing based on account equity percentage
- Add new bar detection logic to prevent repeated entries on the same bar
Risk assessment
Overall risk: Medium
- Missing new bar check may cause repeated entries on the same bar
- Fixed lot size does not adjust with account changes, posing over-trading risk
- Frequent false signals in ranging markets may cause sustained losses
Evaluation scores
Parameters
| Parameter | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|
InpLots | 0.1 | Fixed lot size per trade |
InpStopLoss | 400 | Stop loss in points |
InpTakeProfit | 800 | Take profit in points |
InpMA_FastPeriod | 9 | Fast MA period |
InpMA_SlowPeriod | 21 | Slow MA period |
InpMagicNumber | 123456 | EA magic number for identifying orders |
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