MACD Slope Breakout

The MACD Slope Breakout strategy tracks the rate of change of the MACD. An unusually steep slope hints that a new trend is forming.

Testing indicates an average annual return of about 142%. It performs best in the stocks market.

Entries occur when slope exceeds its typical level by a multiple of standard deviation, taking trades in the direction of acceleration with a protective stop.

It appeals to active traders eager for early trend exposure. Positions exit when the slope drifts back toward normal readings. Default FastEma = 12.

Details

• Entry Criteria: Indicator exceeds average by deviation multiplier.
• Long/Short: Both directions.
• Exit Criteria: Indicator reverts to average.
• Stops: Yes.
• Default Values:
  • FastEma = 12
  • SlowEma = 26
  • SignalMa = 9
  • SlopePeriod = 20
  • BreakoutMultiplier = 2.0m
  • StopLossPercent = 2.0m
  • CandleType = TimeSpan.FromMinutes(5)
• Filters:
  • Category: Breakout
  • Direction: Both
  • Indicators: MACD
  • Stops: Yes
  • Complexity: Intermediate
  • Timeframe: Short-term
  • Seasonality: No
  • Neural Networks: No
  • Divergence: No
  • Risk Level: Medium