Backtesting Strength Strategy
October 19, 2025•1 min read
Currency Strength Meter Team
Forex Analyst & Writer
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Introduction
Before you scale risk, prove the edge. Backtesting a currency strength approach shows whether your logic actually worked historically — and how volatile the equity curve might be.
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Data and rules
- Choose at least 6–12 months of historical data.
- Define precise rules (bias, entry, stop, exit, filters).
- Record every trade that meets criteria — no discretion.
Metrics that matter
- Win rate (but watch R multiple too).
- Average win vs. loss (expectancy).
- Max drawdown (your psychological pain threshold).
- Time in trade (helps refine targets).
Improve the system
- Add a news filter for major releases.
- Test EMA filter or RSI threshold to avoid exhaustion.
- Try partial exits vs. full exits to see which compounds better.
Final note
Backtesting won’t predict the future, but it will make you honest. Honesty is the foundation of scalable risk.
Article courtesy of CurrencyStrengthsMeters.com — where data meets disciplined execution.
🔹 Key Takeaways
- Use strength meters to spot strong/weak pairs quickly.
- Combine with price action for accurate entries.
- Stay aware of major economic events.
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