System 7 - Jade

Multi-Condition Momentum System with EMA Crossovers

A day trading system for NQ futures on 60-minute bars with day-specific parameters optimized for each weekday (Monday-Friday). Features three distinct entry types per direction: EMA crossovers with momentum confirmation, strong candle patterns with higher highs/lower lows, and momentum acceleration breakouts. Uses ADX in optimal range (not too weak, not exhausted) with rising requirement.

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

Key Features

  • Day-specific parameters optimized for each weekday
  • Three distinct entry types per direction
  • Separate parameters for long and short setups
  • Dual EMA system (fast/slow) for trend confirmation
  • Momentum filter requiring acceleration
  • ADX "sweet spot" range (trending but not exhausted)
  • Strong candle pattern detection (>60% body ratio)
  • Higher high/lower low structural confirmation
  • ATR-based dynamic stops and profit targets

Core Technical Components

Dual EMA System

Fast and slow EMAs with crossover detection

  • Long: 20-period fast EMA, 37-period slow EMA
  • Short: 13-period fast EMA, 32-period slow EMA
  • Detects crossovers for entry signals
  • Different periods for long vs short optimization

Momentum Filter

Rate of change confirmation with acceleration

  • Long: 6-period momentum (close vs close[6])
  • Short: 25-period momentum (close vs close[25])
  • Must be positive/negative and increasing
  • Confirms directional acceleration
  • Filters choppy, non-trending moves

ADX Sweet Spot Range

Optimal trend strength detection

  • Long: ADX between 16-37 (trending but not exhausted)
  • Short: ADX between 10-26
  • ADX must be rising for entry
  • Avoids weak trends and overextended moves
  • Different ranges for long vs short setups

Candle Pattern Analysis

Strong directional candle detection

  • Body ratio must exceed 60% of candle range
  • Candle body must exceed 50% of ATR
  • Long: Close > Open (bullish)
  • Short: Close < Open (bearish)
  • Confirms strong directional conviction

Structural Confirmation

Higher highs/lower lows for trend validation

  • Long: Higher high and higher low over 3 bars
  • Short: Lower low and lower high over 3 bars
  • Confirms trend structure is intact
  • Used in breakout entry type

Trade Execution Logic

Entry Requirements

Long Entry

  • Entry Type 1 (EMA Cross): Fast EMA crosses above slow EMA + Positive accelerating momentum + ADX in range and rising
  • Entry Type 2 (Breakout): Strong bullish candle (>60% body) + Higher high and higher low + Fast EMA > Slow EMA + ADX in range and rising
  • Entry Type 3 (Acceleration): Close above both EMAs + Momentum accelerating for 2 bars + ADX in range and rising + Close > High[1]
  • All entries between 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM ET
  • Day-specific parameters for each weekday

Short Entry

  • Entry Type 1 (EMA Cross): Fast EMA crosses below slow EMA + Negative accelerating momentum + ADX in range and rising
  • Entry Type 2 (Breakdown): Strong bearish candle (>60% body) + Lower low and lower high + Fast EMA < Slow EMA + ADX in range and rising
  • Entry Type 3 (Acceleration): Close below both EMAs + Momentum accelerating down for 2 bars + ADX in range and rising + Close < Low[1]
  • All entries between 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM ET
  • Day-specific parameters for each weekday

Exit Scenarios

  • Long: Profit target at entry + (ATR × 3.5)
  • Long: Stop loss at entry - (ATR × 1.2)
  • Short: Profit target at entry - (ATR × 3.3)
  • Short: Stop loss at entry + (ATR × 1.5)
  • Session exit at 3:00 PM ET for all positions

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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.