Global Mechanical Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Setup TF | 15 minutes |
| Entry TF | 5 minutes (1 minute for First Bounce only) |
| Entry trigger | 20 EMA close back inside in trade direction |
| SL currencies | 15-20 pips (max 20) |
| SL gold/oil/indexes | 20-25 pips |
| TP minimum | 50 pips |
| TP typical | 50 / 75 / 100 / 100+ pips |
| R:R minimum | 2.5 : 1 |
| Asia session | 7-11 PM NY (EST) |
| London session | 1-5 AM NY (Equity 3-4 AM) |
| NY session | 7-11 AM NY (Equity 9:30-11 AM) |
| Trade window | 3 hours per session |
| Major Red News | NO trade during MRN — only First Bounce after release |
| Overnight trades | Never held overnight |