MACD and 200-Period SMA Trend Filter Strategy

Summary

This strategy combines MACD conditions with a 200-period simple moving average to filter directional trades. The described long setup requires positive MACD momentum and histogram readings, the fast average above the slow average, and price above the long-term average. The short setup uses the inverse conditions. The source code further specifies entries on histogram crosses and stop-style entry prices based on the bar’s low or high, with pending entries canceled when the fast and slow averages conflict with the longer trend filter.

The document presents the method as suitable for medium- to longer-term trend participation. It notes that both MACD and moving averages react with a delay, so signals can arrive after a reversal or encourage chasing a move. A BTC/USDT futures backtest window is listed, but no performance figures or results are supplied. Although a maximum intraday loss parameter appears in the source, the corresponding risk-control call is commented out, so the listing does not demonstrate an active loss limit.

Key ideas

• Long trades require positive MACD readings, bullish fast-versus-slow averages, and price above the 200-period SMA.
• Short trades apply the inverse MACD and price conditions.
• The source triggers entries on histogram crosses and uses bar highs or lows as stop-entry prices.
• The strategy relies on lagging indicators and may react late to turning points.
• A loss-limit parameter is listed, but the source does not activate its risk-control function.

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