System 1 - Amber

Supertrend + EMA with Rising ADX

A day trading system for NQ futures on 30-minute bars combining Supertrend directional signals with EMA confirmation and a rising ADX filter for high-probability setups. Uses day-specific parameters optimized for each weekday.

Instrument
NQ (E-mini NASDAQ-100)
Timeframe
30 minutes
Type
Day Trading
Direction
Long & Short

Key Features

  • Day-specific trading parameters for each weekday
  • Supertrend indicator for trend direction
  • EMA price confirmation filter
  • Rising ADX requirement (must be increasing)
  • ATR-based dynamic stop loss and profit targets

Core Technical Components

Supertrend Indicator

Determines market trend direction using ATR-based bands

  • Median price calculation from high/low
  • ATR multiplier creates upper and lower bands
  • Trend switches when price crosses opposite band

ADX Range Filter

Ensures trend strength is within optimal range and rising

  • ADX must be above minimum threshold
  • ADX must be below maximum threshold
  • Requires ADX to be rising for 2 consecutive bars

Trade Execution Logic

Entry Requirements

Long Entry

  • Supertrend indicates uptrend (trend = 1)
  • Close above EMA
  • ADX within specified range (above min, below max)
  • ADX rising for at least 2 bars

Short Entry

  • Supertrend indicates downtrend (trend = -1)
  • Close below EMA
  • ADX within specified range (above min, below max)
  • ADX rising for at least 2 bars

Exit Scenarios

  • ATR-based profit target (multiplier × ATR)
  • ATR-based stop loss (multiplier × ATR)
  • End of session exit

View Actual Trading Results

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Risk Disclaimer

Trading futures involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors. Past performance is not indicative of future results. The performance data shown represents historical backtesting and simulation results. Actual trading results may differ significantly. You should carefully consider whether trading is appropriate for you in light of your experience, objectives, financial resources, and other relevant circumstances.