MT5GOLD/XAUUSDM15High RiskMartingale
Research Brief
A structured MT5 product profile with visual report, backtest metrics, strategy classification, input-parameter notes, and licensed package delivery.
Snapshot
Test Period
2026-01-01 to 2026-05-28
Visual Report
Backtest visuals are placed near the top so buyers can inspect the equity curve and report screenshots before reading the full metrics table.
Backtest Metrics
| Metric |
Value |
| Platform |
MT5 |
| Symbol |
GOLD/XAUUSD |
| Timeframe |
M15 |
| Test Period |
2026-01-01 to 2026-05-28 |
| Initial Deposit |
$10,000.00 |
| Net Profit |
$9,472.00 |
| Return |
94.72% |
| Max Drawdown |
89.13% |
| Win Rate |
70.11% |
| Total Trades |
10548 |
| Profit Factor |
1.04 |
| Risk Profile |
High Risk |
Strategy and Risk Notes
STECU EA V1.3 is classified from the parsed report and settings as: Martingale.
The classification is used for catalog filtering and research screening; it should be confirmed in MT5 before production trading.
The main risk signal is the 89.13% maximum drawdown, classified here as High Risk. Review trade count, drawdown shape, spread sensitivity, broker execution, and parameter stability before deciding whether this EA deserves forward testing.
Input Parameters
Showing 29 key parsed inputs from 29 detected settings. Treat this as a public overview; validate the full setting file in MT5 before live use.
Meaning
Controls position-size escalation after previous trades or recovery steps.
Risk
Aggressive multipliers can create fast equity growth but also severe recovery drawdown.
Meaning
Controls grid spacing, averaging distance, or distance-based order placement.
Risk
Smaller spacing can increase order density and drawdown during one-sided trends.
Meaning
Controls grid spacing, averaging distance, or distance-based order placement.
Risk
Smaller spacing can increase order density and drawdown during one-sided trends.
Meaning
Controls grid spacing, averaging distance, or distance-based order placement.
Risk
Smaller spacing can increase order density and drawdown during one-sided trends.
Meaning
Controls trailing stop or breakeven protection after a position moves into profit.
Risk
Tighter protection locks gains earlier but may exit normal pullbacks too soon.
Meaning
Controls trailing stop or breakeven protection after a position moves into profit.
Risk
Tighter protection locks gains earlier but may exit normal pullbacks too soon.
Meaning
Author-defined strategy input. Validate its effect by changing only this value in a short sample test and comparing trade count, holding time, drawdown, spread sensitivity, and order-management changes.
Risk
Unknown until isolated in parameter testing.
Meaning
Sets the Magic Number used to identify the EA's own orders.
Risk
Conflicting Magic Numbers can cause order-management overlap with other strategies.
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Parameter
mondayStartTime
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Parameter
tuesdayStartTime
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Parameter
tradeOnWednesday
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Parameter
wednesdayStartTime
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Parameter
wednesdayEndTime
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Parameter
tradeOnThursday
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Parameter
thursdayStartTime
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Parameter
thursdayEndTime
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Parameter
fridayStartTime
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Parameter
tradeOnSaturday
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Parameter
saturdayStartTime
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Parameter
saturdayEndTime
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Parameter
sundayStartTime
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Risk
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Included Package
STECU EA V1.3 MT5 Expert Advisor package prepared for licensed delivery after purchase.
The product is delivered after purchase through WooCommerce download permissions, with API Manager license/resource records kept for the order.
Recommended Trading Environment
For STECU EA V1.3, execution quality matters as much as the EA file itself. Use this checklist before running the expert advisor on GOLD/XAUUSD M15.
Broker execution
- Stable spread on the target symbol
- Transparent commission and swaps
- No abnormal requotes
VPS latency
- Hosted near broker servers
- Low ping and 24/7 uptime
- Auto restart after maintenance
Risk control
- Start with demo or small capital
- Compare live spread with test assumptions
- Size capital from drawdown tolerance
Listing profile: Profitable Backtest. SOFX keeps broker and VPS guidance neutral unless a partner has been separately reviewed for execution, latency, and transparency.
FAQ
Is this EA backtest a live trading guarantee?
No. The backtest is a historical research result and does not guarantee future live trading performance.
What symbol was tested?
STECU EA V1.3 is listed with a GOLD/XAUUSD test profile.
What timeframe was used?
The listing profile uses the M15 timeframe.
What are the headline backtest metrics?
The stored backtest summary shows net profit 9,472.00, win rate 70.11%, and max drawdown 89.13%.
Why can backtest results differ from live trading?
Live results can differ because of spread, slippage, latency, liquidity, swaps, broker rules, news events, and parameter sensitivity.
What should be checked before live use?
Run forward testing, compare broker conditions, review position sizing, and test parameter sensitivity before any live deployment.
Which broker conditions are recommended?
Use a stable account with transparent commission, controlled spread, no abnormal requotes, and execution conditions close to the assumptions you plan to test.
Should I use a VPS?
A VPS near the broker server can reduce downtime and latency, especially for strategies sensitive to spread, slippage, or session timing.
How do I install STECU EA V1.3?
Download the licensed package from your SOFX account, place the EA file in the appropriate MetaTrader Experts folder, restart the platform, then attach it to the intended chart.
Do I receive updates after purchase?
Downloads and license records are handled through your SOFX account. Any available package update is delivered through the product download area.
How much capital is recommended?
Capital should be sized from your own forward test, broker conditions, and maximum tolerated drawdown rather than from the product price.
Does this EA use grid or martingale logic?
The catalog strategy tag includes Martingale. Review order count, lot progression, spacing, and equity protection before live use.
What is the risk profile?
STECU EA V1.3 is cataloged with the risk profile: High Risk. Treat this as a screening label, not a guarantee.
Risk Warning
This is a historical MT5 backtest, not a live trading guarantee. Real results can differ because of spread, slippage, execution latency, liquidity, swaps, broker settings, and strategy overfitting.
Conclusion
STECU EA V1.3 can be added to a research shortlist only after forward testing, broker-condition checks, and parameter sensitivity testing. Do not treat a single backtest as investment advice.
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