Thread: Backtesting/Optimization
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Old 07-10-2009, 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by JKookTrader View Post
I use FXOpen MT4, and it usually gives loss for most EA backtests.
So, I tried Alpari demo MT4 to run EA backtest, and it gives profits.

Is it normal that each MT4 platform gives different result?
It looks like FXOpen MT4 is designed for loss if you use EA.
I tested about 15-20 EAs and only 1-3 are profitable.
(I test EAs have screenshots from you guys)

TX..
Backtests are worthless no matter what broker you use. Don't waste your time. Only forward test. That will give you the best chance of determining how profitable an EA is.
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