Not Your Daddy's EMA Crossover — Strategy by MonkeyPhone
By MonkeyPhone
Performance Metrics
- Author: MonkeyPhone
- Symbol: BITSTAMP:BTCUSD
- Timeframe: 1 day
- Net P&L: +99,763,093.08 USD (+992,545.59%)
- Win Rate: 54.3%
- Profit Factor: 2.448
- Max Drawdown: 24,284,342.65 USD (28.69%)
- Total Trades: 35
Description
Not Your Daddy's EMA Crossover - Quick GuideWhat It DoesThis isn't your typical 50/200 EMA crossover. It uses academically-proven, optimized EMA periods specifically backtested for crypto markets. Instead of generic settings, it adapts to different trading styles with research-backed parameter combinations that have demonstrated real returns.Core LogicEnters when fast EMA crosses slow EMA in the trend direction (confirmed by 200 SMA filter)Exits either on opposite EMA cross (trend-following) or at fixed profit targets (scalping)Uses a 200 SMA to filter trades - only longs above it, only shorts below itKey Settings & Toggles1. Trading Style (Auto-adjusts EMA periods):"15 Min Scalping": 9/21 EMA - Fast-paced, frequent signals"1 Hour Swing": 13/48 EMA - For swing trading"Daily Trend": 15/150 MA - Captured +97.87% in bull runs2. Entry Method:"Crossover Entry": Enters immediately on EMA cross"Pullback to EMA Entry": Waits for first pullback to slow EMA (better risk/reward)3. Exit Method:"EMA Cross Exit": Trend-following, lets winners run until EMAs reverse"Fixed % Target (Scalping)": Quick 0.5-1% profits with tight stops4. Optional Features:MACD Confirmation: Adds 6-15-1 MACD filter for higher-probability setupsPeriodic Compounding: Compounds every 30 hours (research shows 1-30 hour compounding is optimal)Recommended Timeframes📊 Match your chart to your selection:Select "15 Min Scalping" → Use 15-minute chartSelect "1 Hour Swing" → Use 1-hour chartSelect "Daily Trend" → Use daily chartI personally like this on the daily, which coincidentally is printing a long signal today on Bitcoin.Enjoy!