XAUUSD ALGORITHMIC TRADING

BOT IS TESTED & OPTIMIZED SINCE 2019

I Built an Algo That Crushed It Doing Nothing

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Pushing My Algo to the Edge: Stress Testing for Results

Pushing My Algo to the Edge: Stress Testing for Results

Testing the Limits

F1 drivers push max speed to know the car; I pushed my algo to know the edge.

From 2021 to 2024, before I even considered selling or pitching anything, I opened a portfolio and let my algo run it—100% automatic, no touching it. The whole point was to test it hard, see if the strategy and code could stand up. I trade on stats, not chances. My only risk? A trend that never stops, no dips. That’s it.

Why Gold (XAU) and USD?

Data’s on my side. I picked gold (XAU) and the U.S. dollar (USD)—the big dogs. Tons of info shows markets move in waves, always pulling back. Those retracements? That’s where I win.

The Importance of Margin

The max stress kicks in when my margin hits zero. Margin’s the fuel—it’s what lets the account and algo open trades. Picture a broker giving you room for 500 to 1,000 trades, up to 1,000 lots at once. As a grid trader, I’ve got margin mastery and higher experience than most. When it hits zero, trades end. That’s what I watch.

Grid Trading: Smarter Strategies for Extreme Market Trends

Why Drawdowns Don’t Shake Me

Drawdowns (DD) don’t shake me—they’re normal. I’m not here to guess where the market’s going. I trade what it’s doing. Say gold jumps $50 in a day. A newbie might panic, slap a stop loss, and eat a loss. Stop losses are lazy—lineal risk management that cuts you out early. I don’t use them, because I don’t need them, my skill is beyond gurus risk management..

Grid Trading with Progressions

Instead, I run grid trading with progressions. It’s sharper. One trade at one price? That’s leaving money on the table. Grid spreads trades across levels—say, buying at $1,900, $1,910, $1,920—and steps up the size as it moves. Cash stays active, not parked. When the price swings back, we close by averaging.

2024: Extreme Trends, Consistent Retracements

In 2024, trends were extreme, but retracements remained consistent. For instance, gold climbed from $1,900 to $2,050. Instead of buying, I implemented a grid-style selling strategy at levels like $1,940, $1,980, and $2,020. When the price peaked and retraced by 30% to my average sell price of $1,980, I closed a cycle of trades positive—averaging the initial ones from $1,900 with a positive exit overall. This consistent exit strategy demonstrates the system’s reliability.
Backtesting EA
Backtesting EA
Backtesting EA

 

Adapting to Drawdowns: Modern Trading Strategies for Maximum Efficiency

Efficiency Through Drawdowns

As trends extend, drawdown (DD) increases, but so does the system’s efficiency: average prices decrease, and profit potential grows. Unlike linear stop-loss methods, which require the market to surpass the entry price to generate profit, my approach adapts dynamically to market conditions. Traditional methods are outdated; this strategy leverages modern systems for more effective trading.

DD as a Signal, Not a Setback

Embracing DD isn’t reckless—it’s how I keep my algo in sync. It’s my signal, telling the EA what the trend is, right now, 100% of the time. No guesswork, just data.

Refining the System: Hedge Triggers and Multi-Engine Strategies

Refining the System: Hedge Triggers and Multi-Engine Strategies

Using Hedge Triggers for Precision

I deploy a hedge trigger—simultaneous buy and sell order—to use drawdowns (DD) as a precise indicator of the current trend. It’s designed to counter-trend: if gold rises from $1,900 to $2,050, the sell builds as the buy holds positive range, pinpointing the trend with 100% accuracy via DD. This isn’t about probabilities; it trains the algo to adapt to any market condition, using a simple but effective concept. I don’t care about sniper entries; I care about closing positive and making money long term.

From V1 to V3: Continuous Improvement

Version 1 ran two logics—a limited, single-track approach. V2 expanded to seven, adding more flexibility. Now, V3 operates three engines, each with seven logics—21 distinct trading strategies in total. It’s like having 21 expert traders working simultaneously, each with their own tactics, styles, and risk profiles—not just analyzing but actively executing.

Results That Speak for Themselves

With Portfolio 1, I aimed for aggressive compounding, allowing profits to grow rapidly. The results? +147% total, averaging 70% annually. I simply coded the system, applied it to a chart, and let it run.

The risk peaked at 30% of the balance at one point—a calculated result of the aggressive compounding during testing. It wasn’t an accident; I pushed the system to its limits to refine it further. Critics demand perfection, yet V1 alone outperformed the S&P 500, which averaged below 20% yearly from 2021 to 2024, while I hit 70% with zero intervention. That’s the key metric: outstanding returns with minimal effort.

Algorithmic Trading: Stress Testing and Adapting with V3

Algorithmic Trading: Stress Testing and Adapting with V3

Addressing Drawdowns with Data-Driven Efficiency

The 30% drawdown came from prolonged trends overwhelming V1’s simpler logic. Using that data, V3 now adjusts effortlessly, combining historical and current inputs for peak efficiency. Those years were turbulent—Russia-Ukraine conflict, bank failures, the FTX collapse, rate fluctuations. Hedge funds posted losses, the S&P 500 went negative in 2022, and banks struggled or failed. My high DD? It was part of the stress test under crisis conditions—not a weakness. Many overlook this when seeking consistency.

Why V3 Thrives Under Tough Conditions

This system thrives under these conditions: higher risk drives greater recovery. With the V3 system, I precisely tailor risk based on each client’s specific tolerance, goals, and expectations. Using the extensive data and insights from V1, I deliver tangible optimization backed by proven results—not empty promises. I don’t rely on outdated, linear stop-loss methods. Instead, I leverage the invaluable experience gained from market conditions where so-called “pros” faced repeated losses, ensuring a system designed to adapt and perform even in the toughest scenarios.

Stress Testing and Risk Management

Stress testing involves running the system without management, but it’s possible to apply simple techniques to reduce high drawdown (DD). This level of risk only happens in extreme worst-case scenarios. On average, DD is much lower—less than half of these peaks. Profits play an important role because they are reinvested or used to strengthen the account, which helps reduce risks over time. For clients wanting extra protection, I can add equity or balance protector to stop trading in high-risk situations. However, with the way this system is designed, these extra protectors are usually not needed.

Forward Testing and Proportional Risk

Even during high stress, risk is proportional to what I’m risking, and the fact that I had time to stress test and observe live is what sets me apart. During that 2021-2024 run, you will see I only managed the EA to stop it; the purpose was either to fix issues with code that might affect future trading or adjust the strategy using new data and everything I was able to observe while the bot traded live. There are small details we can’t observe while backtesting, so forward testing is key.

Breaking Myths and Proving Real Results

As you can see, even with my V1 version, risk is proportional, and that trend was not small and is something I always double-check in new systems and strategies. I use my past experience and scenarios to keep optimizing my system.

I also added extra stress by using cent accounts, which are considered to have the worst spread/slippage conditions, but as you can see, everything is just a myth from gurus and people that don’t execute and trade live. I was able to double money, withdraw real money, and properly test my edge.

Anyone with as little as $250 USD can now benefit from the advantages of algo trading and passive income thanks to my 113-week stress test seeking value. I’m a value provider, one of the best traders in history, and outperforming markets when everyone else is underperforming. There are no better traders than the ones that are making money in current market conditions; note that.

Note on Transparency

NOTE: Trackers like MQL5 can be manipulated to mislead clients, which is the main reason I share the monthly statements brokers send. In my case, I could mislead clients by showing a 10% DD, while it’s important to understand that the risk was calculated and totaled around 30% of the current balance. Trackers can’t indicate when I’m compounding, so this creates a grey area that we all need to work on explaining to provide full transparency.

 

End of P1 Stress Test

  • 27 months total.
  • 118 weeks.

Stress Testing Algorithms: Lessons from Historical Crises

Understanding Stress Testing

Stress testing, for me, means running the algo with all of my margin in use to understand its breaking point. I focus on the worst-case scenarios, such as:

  • The 2008 housing crash.
  • The 2011 debt crisis.
  • The 2020 COVID collapse.

These events serve as benchmarks for testing. From there, I calculate the maximum risk:

  • How much margin is used.
  • How deep the drawdowns (DD) can get under these conditions.

Insights from 2008

For example, in 2008:

  • Gold’s wild swings maxed out margin.
  • DD spiked, which helped reveal the system’s limits.

I can adjust the system to use:

  • 100% of the margin for maximum stress testing.
  • 50% of the margin for a more conservative approach.

Portfolio 1 Stress Test Results

In Portfolio 1:

  • I reached a 30% DD because I reinvested every dollar of profit—no withdrawals or safety buffer.
  • This was an aggressive but intentional strategy.
  • If a client prefers lower risk, I reduce exposure by 50%, bringing the 30% DD down to 15%.

The system remains the same, but the scale adapts to the client’s needs.

Rigorous Testing for Proven Results

This wasn’t guesswork—it was earned through rigorous testing. Stress testing the algo, strategy, and theory took years, pushing it against:

  • The chaos of 2021-2024.
  • Major historical crises like those mentioned above.

That’s the real value: not just the code or the plan, but the work to build something that can handle anything. Clients pay for that edge—the expertise gained through real-world testing.

Bank of America (BAC) Citigroup (C) Global Hedge Fund Index (HFXR )

🚀 Daavile FX System vs. Top Benchmarks (2021-2024)

🚀 Performance Leaderboard (2021-2024)

🏦 Banking Institutions vs. Daavile FX System

Institution 2022 Returns 2023 Returns 2024 Returns
JPM -16.8% ▼ +30.0% ▲ +56% ▲
BAC -28.8% ▼ -0.9% ▬ +48% ▲
C -37.0% ▼ +17.8% ▲ +61% ▲
Daavile FX System +69% 🔥 +70% 🔥 +71% 🔥

🆚 Head-to-Head: Daavile FX vs. Top Benchmarks

Year S&P 500 Banking Avg Hedge Funds Daavile FX
2022 -18.1% ▼ -19.1% ▼ +0.9% ▬ +69% 🔥
2023 +26.3% ▲ +16.4% ▲ ~6-7% ▲ +70% 🔥
2024 +23.3% ▲ +60.7% ▲ ~11-12% ▲ +71% 🔥

🔍 Transparency & Credibility

Your Advantage Detail
Full Audit Trails Every trade statement & audited accounts shared openly for verification.
Public Backtesting V1/V2 performance history available and free versions released during 2024.
No Cherry-Picking Includes all trades – even DD periods during extreme events (e.g., 2022).
🚀 Performance Leaderboard (2021-2024)

🚀 Performance Leaderboard (2021-2024)

Metric 2021 2022 2023 2024
S&P 500 +28.7% -18.1% ▼ +26.3% ▲ +23.3% ▲
Banking Avg ~35.5% ▲ ~-19.1% ▼ ~16.4% ▲ ~60.7% ▲
HFRX Hedge Funds +5.8% +0.9% ▬ ~6-7% ▲ ~11-12% ▲
[Daavile FX System] N/A +69% 🔥 +70% 🔥 +71% 🔥
NOTE: Reflecting on 2024

NOTE

In 2024, I had my best year, but I stopped tracking.

I have nothing to prove at this point.

I can easily beat hedge funds and banks’ returns. It is up to people to decide where to put their money.

 

 

⏳ Key Events Timeline & V1

2021: Post-COVID Boom

  • Events: Vaccination rollout, Fed tapering, inflation hits 7%.
  • V1 Impact: We start stress test during uncertain panoramas.

2022: Crisis Year

  • Events: Ukraine war, Fed hikes to 4.5%, FTX collapse, Nasdaq -33%.
  • V1 Performance: +69% despite S&P 500’s -18.1% and banking sector collapse.

2023: Banking Meltdown

  • Events: SVB/First Republic collapse, Fed pauses hikes at 5.5%, AI rally.
  • V1 Performance: +70% vs. banking sector’s +16.4% recovery.

2024: Geopolitical Risks

  • Events: Fed cuts rates, Trump tariffs, Middle East instability.
  • V1 Performance: +71% vs. S&P 500’s +23.3%.

MONEY MANAGEMENT - COPY TRADING

   

DELIVERING VALUE NOT EVERYONE CAN

 
Given my success and results, I was able to start creating relationships with users interested in my strategy, so I decided to start helping others by offering copy trading services. I don’t touch clients’ money, and I only profit when we close positive trades, creating a perfect environment for clients and traders to work together. I also had issues with the MQL5 market, which I consider at this point a big scam and a place that only cares about their sellers and the fees they pay. So, I keep my tracking with third-party audit platforms like FXBlue and MQL5, but my main focus will always be the brokers’ system. That’s why I also share statements for full transparency.

The Financial Markets of 2021-2024

The financial markets of 2021-2024 were a whirlwind of challenges—marked by historic crises, geopolitical turbulence, and unprecedented volatility. Yet, these very conditions became the ultimate proving ground for Daavile FX V1 and V2, where the system not only survived but outperformed benchmarks that many thought unbeatable. With every iteration, from V1’s foundational logics to the fully optimized engines of V3, this system has evolved into a tool that isn’t just reactive but adaptive, thriving in any market scenario.

Daavile FX V3: Innovation and Grit

Daavile FX V3 stands as the culmination of years of real-world testing, statistical refinement, and practical application. It’s built to adapt dynamically, balance risk effectively, and compound profits aggressively—all while being backed by the expertise of someone who’s navigated and learned from the market’s most challenging conditions. This isn’t just a trading strategy; it’s the pinnacle of innovation and grit combined into a robust, highly tailored solution.

Why Choose Daavile FX V3?

The time to elevate your trading game is now. Secure your copy of Daavile FX V3 and leverage a system that has been tested under fire, delivering results that speak volumes. At just $999 USD, this isn’t merely a purchase—it’s an investment in a tool that has been forged in the toughest environments, delivering performance where others falter. Don’t just trade; dominate the markets with Daavile FX V3.

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