CCI Scalping Moving Average & Pivot System

CCI Scalping: Moving Average & Pivot System

January 22, 2026

This robust scalping strategy for the M5 timeframe combines the trend-defining power of multiple Exponential Moving Averages (EMA) with the Commodity Channel Index (CCI). It also incorporates Pivot Points for precise exit targets, ensuring a structured approach to scalping.

Strategy Profile

Timeframe

M5

Pairs

All Instruments

Indicators

CCI + 3 EMAs

1. Indicator Setup

Apply the following indicators to your chart:

  • CCI: Period 200 (Long-term filter).
  • Fast EMA: Period 10 (Red).
  • Medium EMA: Period 21 (Blue).
  • Slow EMA: Period 50 (Green).
  • Targets: Daily and Weekly Pivot Points.

2. Long Entry (Buy) Rules

  1. Trend: The CCI (200) is above zero.
  2. EMA Alignment: The Red EMA (10) is above both the Blue (21) and Green (50) EMAs.
CCI EMA Scalping Buy Strategy
Figure 1: Buy Signal - CCI positive and EMAs fanning out upwards

3. Short Entry (Sell) Rules

  1. Trend: The CCI (200) is below zero.
  2. EMA Alignment: The Red EMA (10) is below both the Blue (21) and Green (50) EMAs.
CCI EMA Scalping Sell Strategy
Figure 2: Sell Signal - CCI negative and EMAs fanning out downwards

Trade Management

  • Take Profit: At the nearest Pivot Level (Daily/Weekly) or when EMA 10 crosses EMA 21.
  • Stop Loss: 12-15 points.

Scalp with Targets: Use Pivot Points for precise exits and get cash back on your trades.

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