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Futures Backtesting is Now Live on TradeZella
Futures Backtesting is Now Live on TradeZella

FAQs for Futures Backtesting | Supported Backtesting Futures Symbols? | How far back in Historical Data can we go in Futures Backtesting?

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Now, you can select a futures symbol, go back in time, trade and track your setups and strategies, and repeat the process to refine your approach.

How to Get Started

  • Select a futures symbol from the available list.

  • Go back in time to your chosen date range.

  • Execute trades and track your strategies.

  • Review and refine your setups based on your performance.

Common FAQs

Which Futures Symbols are Available for Backtesting?

At launch, you can backtest the following symbols:

  • ES: E-mini S&P 500 Futures

  • NQ: Nasdaq-100 Futures

  • YM: Dow Jones Futures

  • RTY: Russell 2000 Futures

  • CL: Crude Oil Futures

  • GC: Gold Futures (new)

Micro Futures Symbols Live: (new)

  • MES: Micro E-mini S&P 500 Futures

  • MNQ: Micro Nasdaq-100 Futures

  • MYM: Micro Dow Jones Futures

  • M2K: Micro Russell 2000 Futures

  • MCL: Micro Crude Oil Futures

  • MGC: Micro Gold Futures

How Far Back Can I Backtest Futures?

  • For futures symbols (ES, NQ, YM, RTY, CL), you can backtest as far back as Jan 2014.

  • For micro futures symbols (MES, MNQ, MYM, M2K), you can backtest as far back as May 2019.

  • For MCL, you can backtest starting from July 2021.

Helpful Articles on Backtesting

If you’re new to backtesting, check out these helpful guides:

You can view all backtesting-related articles here.

Get ready to enhance your trading strategies with Futures Backtesting. Whether you’re testing new ideas or refining existing setups, this feature offers the insights you need to take your trading to the next level. Dive in, explore, and let us know how it goes!

Need further assistance? Feel free to contact our support team at support@tradezella.com for help!

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