MT4GOLD/XAUUSDM15Medium RiskMartingale
Research Brief
A structured MT4 product profile with visual report, backtest metrics, strategy classification, input-parameter notes, and licensed package delivery.
Snapshot
Product
STRADDLE EA V1.0 MT4
Test Period
2026.01.01 to 2026.06.01
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 |
MT4 |
| Symbol |
GOLD/XAUUSD |
| Timeframe |
M15 |
| Test Period |
2026.01.01 to 2026.06.01 |
| Initial Deposit |
$10,000.00 |
| Net Profit |
$846.60 |
| Return |
8.47% |
| Max Drawdown |
24.11% |
| Win Rate |
94.67% |
| Total Trades |
75 |
| Profit Factor |
1.21 |
| Risk Profile |
Medium Risk |
MT4 Report Details
| Metric |
Value |
| Model |
Every tick (the most precise method based on all available least timeframes) |
| Modelling Quality |
90.00% |
| Spread |
50 |
| Gross Profit |
4846.60 |
| Gross Loss |
-4000.00 |
| Expected Payoff |
11.29 |
First Trade Records
The table shows the first available closed or balance-impacting records from the MT4 report. It is a compact execution sample, not a live-trading promise.
| Time |
Type |
Order |
Size |
Price |
Profit |
Balance |
| 2026.01.05 01:12 |
t/p |
1 |
0.10 |
4364.50 |
40.30 |
10040.30 |
| 2026.01.12 01:22 |
t/p |
9 |
0.10 |
4534.27 |
38.40 |
10078.70 |
| 2026.01.13 01:00 |
t/p |
11 |
0.10 |
4607.52 |
27.20 |
10105.90 |
| 2026.01.13 01:12 |
t/p |
12 |
0.10 |
4581.58 |
27.20 |
10133.10 |
| 2026.01.15 01:09 |
t/p |
16 |
0.10 |
4616.01 |
44.20 |
10177.30 |
| 2026.01.19 01:02 |
t/p |
19 |
0.10 |
4643.36 |
60.10 |
10237.40 |
| 2026.01.22 01:04 |
t/p |
26 |
0.10 |
4818.41 |
51.80 |
10289.20 |
| 2026.01.23 01:04 |
t/p |
27 |
0.10 |
4951.74 |
33.80 |
10323.00 |
| 2026.01.26 01:00 |
t/p |
30 |
0.10 |
4994.45 |
50.90 |
10373.90 |
| 2026.01.26 01:02 |
t/p |
29 |
0.10 |
5025.13 |
50.90 |
10424.80 |
| 2026.01.27 01:04 |
t/p |
31 |
0.10 |
5031.15 |
88.10 |
10512.90 |
| 2026.01.28 01:24 |
t/p |
34 |
0.10 |
5159.84 |
90.60 |
10603.50 |
| 2026.01.29 01:01 |
t/p |
35 |
0.10 |
5440.38 |
106.50 |
10710.00 |
| 2026.01.30 01:02 |
t/p |
37 |
0.10 |
5411.69 |
155.70 |
10865.70 |
| 2026.01.30 03:11 |
t/p |
38 |
0.10 |
5360.05 |
155.70 |
11021.40 |
| 2026.02.02 01:02 |
t/p |
39 |
0.10 |
4819.15 |
294.50 |
11315.90 |
| 2026.02.03 01:01 |
t/p |
41 |
0.10 |
4693.03 |
125.90 |
11441.80 |
| 2026.02.04 01:00 |
t/p |
43 |
0.10 |
4963.03 |
80.90 |
11522.70 |
| 2026.02.04 01:07 |
t/p |
44 |
0.10 |
4926.35 |
80.90 |
11603.60 |
| 2026.02.05 01:00 |
t/p |
45 |
0.10 |
4992.65 |
76.40 |
11680.00 |
Strategy and Risk Notes
STRADDLE EA V1.0 MT4 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 MT4 before production trading.
The main risk signal is the 24.11% maximum drawdown, classified here as Medium Risk. Review trade count, drawdown shape, spread sensitivity, broker execution, and parameter stability before deciding whether this Expert Advisor deserves forward testing.
Input Parameters
Showing 21 key parsed inputs from 21 detected settings for quick setup reference.
Meaning
Controls trade volume or the base position size used by the EA.
Setup Note
Higher lot size increases profit potential and drawdown pressure at the same time.
Meaning
Controls grid spacing, averaging distance, or distance-based order placement.
Setup Note
Smaller spacing can increase order density and drawdown during one-sided trends.
Meaning
Sets stop-loss, emergency loss control, or equity protection behavior.
Setup Note
Wider loss limits can reduce stop-outs but increase the loss size when protection triggers.
Meaning
Controls position-size escalation after previous trades or recovery steps.
Setup Note
Aggressive multipliers can create fast equity growth but also severe recovery drawdown.
Meaning
Controls indicator-based signal filtering or volatility measurement.
Setup Note
Shorter or looser indicator settings can increase signals but may add market noise.
Meaning
Sets the maximum execution slippage accepted by the EA.
Setup Note
Higher slippage tolerance improves fill probability but can worsen entry and exit prices.
Meaning
Sets the Magic Number used to identify the EA's own orders.
Setup Note
Conflicting Magic Numbers can cause order-management overlap with other strategies.
Meaning
Author-defined strategy input exposed by the EA package.
Setup Note
Use this setting together with the other inputs shown in the table.
Meaning
Author-defined strategy input exposed by the EA package.
Setup Note
Use this setting together with the other inputs shown in the table.
Parameter
BrokerGMTOffset
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Setup Note
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Setup Note
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Parameter
EnableSetupTime1
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Setup Note
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Setup Note
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Parameter
EnableSetupTime2
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Setup Note
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Setup Note
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Parameter
EnableSetupTime3
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Setup Note
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Setup Note
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Parameter
EnableSetupTime4
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Setup Note
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Setup Note
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Parameter
EnableSetupTime5
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Setup Note
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Meaning
Controls trading session, server-time adjustment, or day-based restrictions.
Setup Note
Incorrect time settings can shift entries into high-spread or low-liquidity periods.
Included Package
STRADDLE EA V1.0 MT4 MT4 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 STRADDLE EA V1.0 MT4, execution quality matters as much as the file itself. Use this checklist before running the MT4 expert advisor on GOLD/XAUUSD M15.
Broker execution
- Raw-spread or ECN-style conditions
- Stable GOLD/XAUUSD spread
- 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
Current profile: Medium Risk. 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. This is a historical strategy test and does not guarantee future live trading results.
What symbol was tested?
The public test symbol is GOLD/XAUUSD.
What timeframe was used?
The test used the M15 timeframe.
Why can backtest results differ from live trading?
Live results can differ because of spread, slippage, execution latency, swaps, broker settings, liquidity, news events, and strategy overfitting.
What should be checked before live use?
Forward testing, broker-condition checks, parameter sensitivity testing, and account-risk limits should be reviewed before any live deployment.
What was the test period for STRADDLE EA V1.0 MT4?
The public backtest profile covers 2026.01.01 to 2026.06.01 on GOLD/XAUUSD M15, with the detailed visual report and metrics shown on this page.
Was STRADDLE EA V1.0 MT4 tested with tick-level or OHLC modeling?
Use the visual report on this page to review the Strategy Tester modeling details where available; tick-level modeling is generally more realistic than faster OHLC-style tests.
What justifies the $19.90 price for STRADDLE EA V1.0 MT4?
The price follows the SOFX performance tier rule for Profit Under 1K products and is based on the disclosed historical backtest summary, risk profile, and package delivery.
How do I install STRADDLE EA V1.0 MT4?
Download the licensed package from your account, place the file in the appropriate MetaTrader Experts folder, restart the platform, then attach it to the intended chart.
Which broker conditions are recommended?
Use a stable account with transparent commission, controlled spread on GOLD/XAUUSD, 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 execution latency, especially for strategies sensitive to spread, slippage, or session timing.
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.
Risk Warning
This is a historical MT4 backtest, not a live trading guarantee. Use forward testing and conservative risk control before live deployment.
Conclusion
STRADDLE EA V1.0 MT4 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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