NIKKEI Trend Following PRODUCTS BUNDLE

The algorithm uses a simple classical strategy, that combines moving averages to identify trends and oscillators to time the market. Only long positions are taken.

Asset to be used is JPN 225 Cash 1$, in timeframe 15 minutes. Trading windows is from 5:00am to 10:45pm.

Particular attention has been paid to the reliability with a rigorous tuning method : limited number of variables, out-of sample testing, stress tests, tests with differents assets…

BACKTESTING

Backtests are made with with a starting capital of 2000€, a constant risk of 100€ par trade,  gains are not reinvested.

Backtesting of the last 15 years from January 2011 to 2026 :

As this robot only take long positions, when the market is bearish, it may not trade for several weeks (as in 2012, 2016, mid-2025…)

With a position size of 100€, the initial capital has incrased by more than 15, in about 15 years.

By reinvesting a part of the profits (gradually increasing the position size), this performance can be easily increased.

EXEMPLE OF PORTFOLIO DIVERSIFICATION

This graph compares 2 systems traded individually (blue and green) versus 2 systems traded in addition (red), with a total position size of 100€.

When asset are not entierly correlated , like DAX and NIKKEI, one robot may lose money, while the other robot may win.

Using the addition of robots (with the same position size as if it were used individually), the result is a more regular gains over months, and can reduce your global drawdown.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

The minimum deposit on your account must be 1000€.

One the product installed on your platform, set it up with :

–         JPN 225 Cash 1$ (you don’t need to have a USD account)

–     Timeframe 15 minutes

By default, the position size is set to 100$.

You can change it by editing the code. Simply modify the line position size (in USD) :

We recommend a position size of no more than 5% of your portfolio. A position greater than 5% involves too much risk, and may not be accepted by your broker (margin call too important).

Conversely, a position size of less than 50$ may be rejected, as the number of contracts may fall below the minimum threshold accepted by your broker.

When the confirmation windows appaers, set a contract number greater than the number required for your position size. For Japan 225 Cash 1$, a position size of 100$ need at least 0,5 contrats.

The system will never process more than the number of contracts calculated for your position size, even if you enter a higher number.

Check the box “stop adjustment”, even it’s not mandatory.

After that your system is ready to trade !

Trading start from 5:00 am. All trades are closed before 10:45 pm to avoid overnight fees.

RISK WARNING

All trading activities involve risks.

Despite the care taken in designing this system to ensure its long-term performance, the results presented above are not indicative of future results.

Trading of CFDs/Forex carries a high level of risk and may result in the loss of your capital.  It requires a good level of knowledge and experience in financial matters and is intended for clients who are aware of the inherent risks.

The use of this automated trading system is the sole responsibility of the end user. Trading Algo cannot be held liable for the use made of its products and the consequences of improper use.