CCI & MACD Scalping: Double Confirmation System

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CCI & MACD Scalping: Double Confirmation System

This simple yet powerful strategy relies on the synergy between the Commodity Channel Index (CCI) and the MACD. By filtering signals through two distinct momentum indicators, it reduces false entries and identifies strong breakout moves on the M5 timeframe.

Strategy Profile

Timeframe

M5

Pairs

All Pairs

Indicators

CCI + MACD

1. Indicator Setup

Combine both indicators in the same window (drag and drop MACD onto CCI):

  • CCI: Period 14 (Apply to Close).
  • MACD: Settings 12, 26, 2 (Apply to Close).

2. Long Entry (Buy) Rules

  1. Momentum: The CCI Red line crosses the +100 level from bottom to top.
  2. Confirmation: The MACD histogram is above the zero line.
CCI MACD Scalping Buy Strategy
Figure 1: Buy Signal – CCI breaks +100 with MACD positive

3. Short Entry (Sell) Rules

  1. Momentum: The CCI Red line crosses the -100 level from top to bottom.
  2. Confirmation: The MACD histogram is below the zero line.
CCI MACD Scalping Sell Strategy
Figure 2: Sell Signal – CCI breaks -100 with MACD negative

Trade Management

  • Exit Signal: Close when the CCI line crosses back through the +/- 100 level or crosses the MACD line.
  • Manual Control: Monitor positions closely as this system does not use fixed targets.

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