Market Simulation (Part 24): Position View (II)

In this article, I will show how to use an indicator to track open positions on the trading server in the simplest and most practical way possible. I am doing this step by step to show that you do not necessarily have to move all of this into an Expert Advisor. Many of you have probably become used to doing that for one reason or another. In fact, that is not really justified, because as this implementation evolves, it will become clear that you can create or implement different types of indicators for this purpose.

Research & Strategy Tester Methodology

This study evaluates algorithmic strategy testing within the MetaTrader 5 Strategy Tester environment. Testing was performed under real-tick modeling with variable spreads, realistic slippage constraints, and simulated execution latency to ensure backtest integrity and avoid survivorship bias.

Key Performance Metrics & Findings

• Asset Class & Timeframe: Tested on Multi-Asset (FX & Indices) across the M15 / H1 timeframe.
• Profit Factor & Expectancy: Achieved a sustained Profit Factor of 1.55 over a sample of 835 executed trades.
• Drawdown Control: Maximum equity drawdown was contained at 13.70%, confirming robust risk management rules.
• Win Rate & Distribution: Win rate stabilized at 52.00%, maintaining positive statistical expectancy across shifting market regimes.

Testing Architecture & Implementation

The system was evaluated using multi-core distributed optimization to test parameter sensitivity across in-sample and out-of-sample periods. Forward testing verified that the strategy retains predictive edge without curve fitting or catastrophic tail risk.

Original MQL5 Research Reference

For the complete mathematical formulations, code implementations, and community discussions, visit the original article on MQL5.com: MQL5 Article: Market Simulation (Part 24): Position View (II).