Combining EMA Crossovers with VWAP for NQ Directional Entries

Summary

This NQ strategy combines a fast and slow exponential moving average crossover with price location relative to VWAP. It enters long when the 20-period EMA crosses above the 50-period EMA and the close is above VWAP. It enters short when the 20-period EMA crosses below the 50-period EMA and the close is below VWAP. The averages and VWAP are plotted to show the signals in context.

The script describes entry conditions only. It does not specify explicit stop losses, profit targets, session filters, position sizing rules, transaction costs, or risk controls. The document includes no backtest statistics or other performance evidence, so it presents a simple rule set to study rather than proof of an effective strategy. Results would depend on the chart timeframe, instrument settings, execution assumptions, and testing period.

Key ideas

• A long entry requires the 20-period EMA to cross above the 50-period EMA while price is above VWAP.
• A short entry requires the 20-period EMA to cross below the 50-period EMA while price is below VWAP.
• The script plots both moving averages and VWAP for visual reference.
• No exit rules, risk controls, or performance evidence are provided.

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