Dual Moving Average Trend Following Strategy with ATR Based Risk Management System

Pine ScriptTrend following Volatility Multi-timeframe SMA ATR

Author: ChaoZhang
Complexity: Intermediate · 114 lines
Parameters: 0
Backtest bar: 1d · swing
Tested on: BTC/USDT · futures

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Overview

This strategy combines classic dual moving average trend following with ATR-based dynamic risk management. It offers two trading modes: a basic mode using simple moving average crossovers for trend following, and an advanced mode incorporating higher timeframe trend filtering and ATR-based dynamic stop-loss mechanisms. Traders can switch between modes via a simple dropdown menu, catering to both beginners' ease of use and experienced traders' risk management needs.

Strategy Principles

Strategy 1 (Basic Mode) employs a 21 and 49-day dual moving average system, generating long signals when the fast MA crosses above the slow MA. Take profit targets can be set either as percentage or points, with an optional trailing stop to lock in profits. Strategy 2 (Advanced Mode) adds daily timeframe trend filtering, allowing entries only when price is above the higher timeframe moving average. It incorporates a 14-period ATR-based dynamic stop-loss that adjusts with market volatility, and includes partial profit-taking functionality to protect gains.

Strategy Advantages

Highly adaptable strategy that can flex with trader experience and market conditions
Multi-timeframe analysis in advanced mode improves signal quality
ATR-based dynamic stops adapt to varying market volatility
Partial profit-taking balances profit protection with trend continuation
Flexible parameter configuration for different market characteristics

Strategy Risks

Dual MA system may generate frequent false signals in ranging markets
Trend filtering may cause signal lag, missing some trading opportunities
ATR stops may not adjust quickly enough to volatility spikes
Partial profit-taking might reduce position size too early in strong trends

Strategy Optimization Directions

Add volume and volatility indicators to filter false signals
Consider implementing dynamic parameter adaptation based on market conditions
Optimize ATR calculation period to balance sensitivity and stability
Add market state recognition module for automatic strategy mode selection
Introduce more stop-loss options like trailing stops and time-based exits

Summary

This is a well-designed and comprehensive trading system. The combination of dual moving average trend following and ATR-based risk management ensures both reliability and effective risk control. The dual-mode design meets the needs of different trader levels, while rich parameter settings provide ample optimization opportunities. Traders are advised to start with conservative parameters in live trading and gradually optimize for best results.

Source Pine Script

/*backtest
start: 2019-12-23 08:00:00
end: 2024-11-27 08:00:00
period: 1d
basePeriod: 1d
exchanges: [{"eid":"Futures_Binance","currency":"BTC_USDT"}]
*/

// This Pine Script™ code is subject to the terms of the Mozilla Public License 2.0 at https://mozilla.org/MPL/2.0/
// © shaashish1

//@version=5
strategy("Dual Strategy Selector V2 - Cryptogyani", overlay=true, pyramiding=0, 
         default_qty_type=strategy.percent_of_equity, default_qty_value=100, initial_capital=100000)

//#region STRATEGY SELECTION
strategyOptions = input.string(title="Select Strategy", defval="Strategy 1", options=["Strategy 1", "Strategy 2"], group="Strategy Selection")
//#endregion STRATEGY SELECTION

// ####################### STRATEGY 1: Original Logic ########################
//#region STRATEGY 1 INPUTS
s1_fastMALen = input.int(defval=21, title="Fast SMA Length (S1)", minval=1, group="Strategy 1 Settings", inline="S1 MA")
s1_slowMALen = input.int(defval=49, title="Slow SMA Length (S1)", minval=1, group="Strategy 1 Settings", inline="S1 MA")
s1_takeProfitMode = input.string(defval="Percentage", title="Take Profit Mode (S1)", options=["Percentage", "Pips"], group="Strategy 1 Settings")
s1_takeProfitPerc = input.float(defval=7.0, title="Take Profit % (S1)", minval=0.05, step=0.05, group="Strategy 1 Settings") / 100
s1_takeProfitPips = input.float(defval=50, title="Take Profit Pips (S1)", minval=1, step=1, group="Strategy 1 Settings")
s1_trailingTakeProfitEnabled = input.bool(defval=false, title="Enable Trailing (S1)", group="Strategy 1 Settings")
//#endregion STRATEGY 1 INPUTS

// ####################### STRATEGY 2: Enhanced with Recommendations ########################
//#region STRATEGY 2 INPUTS
s2_fastMALen = input.int(defval=20, title="Fast SMA Length (S2)", minval=1, group="Strategy 2 Settings", inline="S2 MA")
s2_slowMALen = input.int(defval=50, title="Slow SMA Length (S2)", minval=1, group="Strategy 2 Settings", inline="S2 MA")
s2_atrLength = input.int(defval=14, title="ATR Length (S2)", group="Strategy 2 Settings", inline="ATR")
s2_atrMultiplier = input.float(defval=1.5, title="ATR Multiplier for Stop-Loss (S2)", group="Strategy 2 Settings", inline="ATR")
s2_partialTakeProfitPerc = input.float(defval=50.0, title="Partial Take Profit % (S2)", minval=10, maxval=100, step=10, group="Strategy 2 Settings")
s2_timeframeTrend = input.timeframe(defval="1D", title="Higher Timeframe for Trend Filter (S2)", group="Strategy 2 Settings")
//#endregion STRATEGY 2 INPUTS

// ####################### GLOBAL VARIABLES ########################
var float takeProfitPrice = na
var float stopLossPrice = na
var float trailingStopPrice = na
var float fastMA = na
var float slowMA = na
var float higherTimeframeTrendMA = na
var bool validOpenLongPosition = false

// Precalculate higher timeframe values (global scope for Strategy 2)
higherTimeframeTrendMA := request.security(syminfo.tickerid, s2_timeframeTrend, ta.sma(close, s2_slowMALen))

// ####################### LOGIC ########################
if (strategyOptions == "Strategy 1")
    // Strategy 1 Logic (Original Logic Preserved)
    fastMA := ta.sma(close, s1_fastMALen)
    slowMA := ta.sma(close, s1_slowMALen)
    openLongPosition = ta.crossover(fastMA, slowMA)
    validOpenLongPosition := openLongPosition and strategy.opentrades.size(strategy.opentrades - 1) == 0
    
    // Take Profit Price
    takeProfitPrice := if (s1_takeProfitMode == "Percentage")
        close * (1 + s1_takeProfitPerc)
    else
        close + (s1_takeProfitPips * syminfo.mintick)

    // Trailing Stop Price (if enabled)
    if (strategy.position_size > 0 and s1_trailingTakeProfitEnabled)
        trailingStopPrice := high - (s1_takeProfitPips * syminfo.mintick)
    else
        trailingStopPrice := na

else if (strategyOptions == "Strategy 2")
    // Strategy 2 Logic with Recommendations
    fastMA := ta.sma(close, s2_fastMALen)
    slowMA := ta.sma(close, s2_slowMALen)
    openLongPosition = ta.crossover(fastMA, slowMA) and close > higherTimeframeTrendMA
    validOpenLongPosition := openLongPosition and strategy.opentrades.size(strategy.opentrades - 1) == 0

    // ATR-Based Stop-Loss
    atr = ta.atr(s2_atrLength)
    stopLossPrice := close - (atr * s2_atrMultiplier)

    // Partial Take Profit Logic
    takeProfitPrice := close * (1 + (s2_partialTakeProfitPerc / 100))
//#endregion STRATEGY LOGIC

// ####################### PLOTTING ########################
plot(series=fastMA, title="Fast SMA", color=color.yellow, linewidth=1)
plot(series=slowMA, title="Slow SMA", color=color.orange, linewidth=1)
plot(series=takeProfitPrice, title="Take Profit Price", color=color.teal, linewidth=1, style=plot.style_linebr)

// Trailing Stop and ATR Stop-Loss Plots (Global Scope)
plot(series=(strategyOptions == "Strategy 1" and s1_trailingTakeProfitEnabled) ? trailingStopPrice : na, title="Trailing Stop", color=color.red, linewidth=1, style=plot.style_linebr)
plot(series=(strategyOptions == "Strategy 2") ? stopLossPrice : na, title="ATR Stop-Loss", color=color.red, linewidth=1, style=plot.style_linebr)
//#endregion PLOTTING

// ####################### POSITION ORDERS ########################
//#region POSITION ORDERS
if (validOpenLongPosition)
    strategy.entry(id="Long Entry", direction=strategy.long)

if (strategyOptions == "Strategy 1")
    if (strategy.position_size > 0)
        if (s1_trailingTakeProfitEnabled)
            strategy.exit(id="Trailing Take Profit", from_entry="Long Entry", stop=trailingStopPrice)
        else
            strategy.exit(id="Take Profit", from_entry="Long Entry", limit=takeProfitPrice)

else if (strategyOptions == "Strategy 2")
    if (strategy.position_size > 0)
        strategy.exit(id="Partial Take Profit", from_entry="Long Entry", qty_percent=s2_partialTakeProfitPerc, limit=takeProfitPrice)
        strategy.exit(id="Stop Loss", from_entry="Long Entry", stop=stopLossPrice)
//#endregion POSITION ORDERS

Published by ChaoZhang on the FMZ strategy square · last modified 2024-11-29. Collected in the Quant Trading Vault. Unvalidated research: re-test with your own data and costs before trusting it.

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