Description

MACD Momentum Crossover EA

Short Tagline: A momentum strategy that trades MACD signal-line crossovers filtered by histogram accel…

Short Description:
MACD Momentum Crossover EA is a fully automated momentum / swing. Expert Advisor for MT4 and MT5. A momentum strategy that trades MACD signal-line crossovers filtered by histogram acceleration and a higher-timeframe trend. Built-in risk controls and market filters keep execution disciplined across live and demo accounts.

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Overview

A momentum strategy that trades MACD signal-line crossovers filtered by histogram acceleration and a higher-timeframe trend. It enters when momentum shifts in the direction of the dominant trend, aiming to ride momentum swings rather than pure reversals.

Features

• MACD(12,26,9)
• EMA200 (trend filter)
• MACD histogram
• Configurable stop-loss, take-profit, and trailing logic
• Session, spread, and news-time filters for disciplined execution
• One-trade-per-bar / duplicate-signal protection
• Clean, single-file MQL4 and MQL5 implementations
• No hidden logic — every input is exposed and documented
• No martingale, no grid, no hidden recovery logic

Trading Strategy

Entry logic: – Long: price > EMA200 (uptrend). MACD main line crosses above the signal line while below or near zero, and the histogram is expanding positive. Enter on candle close.

• Short: price < EMA200. MACD crosses below signal near/above zero with histogram expanding negative.

Exit logic: – Exit on opposite MACD signal-line cross or when histogram flips against the position for 2 consecutive bars.

Stop-loss: SL at the recent swing low (long) / high (short), capped at 2 × ATR(14).

Take-profit: TP at 2R; optional runner using MACD-based exit for the second half.

Trailing stop: Trail behind swing points after 1.5R; tighten when histogram momentum fades.

Break-even: Break-even at 1R.

Why it works: Well-known, easy to trust logic.; Trend filter reduces false crosses..

Recommended Settings

• Timeframes: H1, H4.
• Instruments: EURUSD, USDJPY, GBPUSD, XAUUSD, US30.
• Account type: ECN/Raw spread accounts preferred
• Minimum recommended balance: $500+ (adjust lot sizing to your risk tolerance)
• VPS: Recommended for 24/5 uptime and consistent execution
• Risk management: Risk 1% per trade. Max 3 momentum trades open. Avoid re-entry on the same signal.

Supported Markets

Forex majors, indices, and commodities.

Supported Brokers

Compatible with any regulated MT4 or MT5 broker offering standard order execution (market or instant execution). Works with ECN, STP, and standard account types. No broker-specific dependencies.

Installation Guide

1. Download the .ex4 (MT4) or .ex5 (MT5) file from your purchase delivery.
2. Open MetaTrader, go to File → Open Data Folder.
3. Copy the file into MQL4/Experts (MT4) or MQL5/Experts (MT5).
4. Restart MetaTrader or right-click Expert Advisors in the Navigator and select Refresh.
5. Drag the EA onto the chart of your chosen symbol and timeframe.
6. Enable Allow live trading (and Allow DLL imports if prompted) in the Common tab.
7. Adjust inputs to match your risk profile, then click OK.
8. Confirm AutoTrading is enabled in the toolbar.

• Session filter: London and New York sessions.
• Spread filter: Reject if spread > 2.5 pips / symbol threshold.
• News filter: Pause entries 15 minutes around high-impact news.
• Volatility filter: Require MACD histogram slope to exceed a minimum to avoid flat, indecisive crosses.

Risk Disclaimer

Trading forex and CFDs carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Past performance, backtest results, and simulated outcomes are not indicative of future results. This EA does not guarantee profits. Always test thoroughly on a demo account before deploying real capital, and never risk funds you cannot afford to lose.

Version

v1.0.0

Support

Support is provided through the marketplace messaging system. Please include your broker, symbol, timeframe, and EA version when reporting an issue.

Updates

Free updates are provided for bug fixes and compatibility improvements. Feature updates may be released as versioned upgrades.

FAQ

Q: Does this EA work on both MT4 and MT5?
A: Yes, separate optimized builds are provided for each platform.

Q: Can I run this on multiple pairs at once?
A: Yes, attach separate instances to separate chart/symbol combinations.

Q: Does it use martingale or grid recovery?
A: No. This is a pure signal-based strategy with defined risk per trade.

Q: What timeframe works best?
A: H1, H4. for the cleanest signals, but the EA can run on other timeframes with adjusted inputs.

Q: Is a VPS required?
A: Not required, but strongly recommended for uninterrupted 24/5 operation.