MACD and RSI Crossover Signals with Oversold and Overbought Filters

Summary

This strategy combines MACD crossovers with RSI extremes to seek entries in the direction of a crossover when momentum also indicates an unusually weak or strong market. It uses fast and slow MACD averages of 12 and 26 periods, a signal smoothing length of 9, and a 14-period RSI. A bullish crossover is eligible when RSI is at or below 34; a bearish crossover is eligible when RSI is at or above 75. The implementation also accepts an RSI extreme observed on any of the current or prior five bars, rather than requiring the threshold only on the crossover bar.

The document explains the rationale for filtering standalone MACD signals and discusses missed trades, indicator lag, and sensitivity to parameter choice. It suggests stop losses, parameter testing, asset comparisons, and additional indicators as possible extensions. The published settings describe a one-month BTC/USDT futures backtest on a one-hour chart, but no performance results are supplied. The text presents signal-filtering benefits as an intended effect; it does not provide evidence that the combined rules improve returns or risk-adjusted performance.

Key ideas

• MACD crossovers provide the directional trigger, while RSI extremes act as a confirmation filter.
• The stated RSI thresholds are 34 or lower for bullish signals and 75 or higher for bearish signals.
• The implementation considers RSI readings from the current bar and the preceding five bars.
• The document identifies missed opportunities, lag, and parameter sensitivity as key limitations.
• Published backtest settings specify BTC/USDT futures on a one-hour chart, without reporting results.

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