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Stealthy Trader Lab.

A first look at what comes next. Follow the research behind upcoming automated trading systems, from an initial idea to the evidence that decides whether it moves forward.

From the research desk

Explore the research

A closer look at the evidence behind systems in testing.

Stage 01 · Historical simulation

XAUUSD · cTrader research report

27 November 2020 – 12 October 2026
Starting capital: $10,000 USD

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Reported return
+1,029.98%
ROI-to-drawdown ratio
10.74×
Net profit
$102,998.01
Closed trades
1,196
Max balance drawdown
99.61%
Profit factor
1.27

ROI-to-drawdown ratio = total-period return (1,029.98%) divided by reported maximum equity drawdown (95.90%). The ratio is not annualized.

Switch between balance and equity or monthly results, choose a time range, and hover or use the arrow keys to explore the chart.

Historical simulation, not a live trading record. Figures are reproduced from the cTrader report. Backtested results do not predict future performance. Live results can differ because of execution, spreads, fees, and market conditions.

How to read the lab

Three stages of research

Every stage answers a different question. A strong simulation is only the beginning.

Stage 01 · Historical data

Historical simulation

Explore how an idea would have behaved across past market conditions. Results are simulated and depend on the data and assumptions used.

Stage 02 · New observations

Forward testing

Observe the system as new market data arrives. Notes will state the test environment and examine whether the behaviour seen in research persists.

Stage 03 · Assessment

Review & next steps

Evaluate consistency, drawdowns, and execution assumptions. The outcome may be further testing, a revision, or a decision to stop.