Backtest not accurate??

Created at 19 Nov 2012, 22:37
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Backtest not accurate??
19 Nov 2012, 22:37

So, I am running a backtest.  A position that was created at 11/13/2012 23:31 shows an entry price of 1.27096 but the actual price of the pair never gets that high.  any explainations??

 

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admin
20 Nov 2012, 16:26

Could you please check the settings you are using for the spread? It could be the issue that if you are using live spread then it may trigger an entry at a higher price.

 

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lec0456
21 Nov 2012, 01:55

RE:
admin said:

Could you please check the settings you are using for the spread? It could be the issue that if you are using live spread then it may trigger an entry at a higher price.

 

I guess I'm not sure, I have been testing different settings.  I will verify and get back to you.
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