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Simple bar spread indicator as reported by the OnCalculate data - indicator for MetaTrader 5

Simple bar spread indicator as reported by the OnCalculate data - indicator for MetaTrader 5

This is a very simple MQL5 code for an indicator to plot the values of the spread[] data (in points) as reported by the OnCalculate event handler. These are the same spread data values that would be returned when collecting MqlRates data via the CopyRates function.
Simple bar spread indicator as reported by the OnCalculate data
Simple bar spread indicator as reported by the OnCalculate data
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Very simple indicator to plot the values of the spread[] data as reported by the OnCalculate event handler.
 

Evaluating the Quality of Forex Spread Trading Based on Seasonal Factors in MetaTrader 5

Evaluating the Quality of Forex Spread Trading Based on Seasonal Factors in MetaTrader 5

The article considers the creation of an indicator for assessing the seasonality quality using MQL5. It allows analyzing both the seasonality of a single symbol and the spread of two instruments. The indicator helps identify statistically significant seasonal movements, use weighting factors, and generate reports for a given month.
Evaluating the Quality of Forex Spread Trading Based on Seasonal Factors in MetaTrader 5
Evaluating the Quality of Forex Spread Trading Based on Seasonal Factors in MetaTrader 5
  • 2026.05.25
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The article examines the quality of a seasonal trading approach on a daily timeframe, both for individual symbols and for spreads. Particular attention is paid to identifying recurring monthly cycles and the possibilities of their application in trading within the current year.