Index ORB
Overview
Index ORB trades the classic opening-range breakout on the US Tech 100 index (USTECm) at the M15 timeframe. It builds the first 15-minute candle's range, then rides the breakout when price expands out of it with conviction.
Verified backtest — $10,000 account, USTECm M15: over the last 1 year (2025-08-01 → 2026-07-31) it returned +$2,434.09 across 237 trades at a 1.34 profit factor, with a $698.20 maximum drawdown. A 3-year window is not yet available. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results.
Strategy Tester Report
| Trades | 237 |
| Profit Factor | 1.34 |
| Max Drawdown | 698.2 USD |
| Relative DD | —% |
| Recovery Factor | — |
Past performance does not guarantee future results. Reports are MT5 Strategy Tester outputs with default parameters and control-point modeling on Exness MT5 data; for transparency and R&D only, not investment advice.
How it trades
- Builds the M15 opening range on USTECm, then enters on a confirmed range-expansion breakout.
- Hard ATR stop; break-even after +1R; ATR trailing exit; flat before session close.
- Sealed core; one license activates on 2 terminals.
Requirements
| Platform | MetaTrader 5 (primary) - precompiled .ex5 |
| Symbol | USTECm (US Tech 100 index CFD) |
| Timeframe | M15 |
| Account | Standard or ECN; low-spread broker recommended |
| Hosting | VPS recommended for 24/5 operation |
| License | Term license - activates on 2 terminals |
What you get
- Index ORB .ex4 + .ex5 + full setup documentation (English)
- License key — activates on up to 2 terminals (home PC + VPS)
- All updates and email support while your license is active
- Setup help within 24h if you get stuck
Changelog
| v1.0 - August 2026 | Initial release: sealed ORB core, ATR risk model, 2025-2026 verified backtest (PF 1.38). |
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Frequently asked questions
What do I get after purchase?
A license key is emailed to you together with a secure download link. Choose your platform (MT4 .ex4 or MT5 .ex5), then paste the key into the EA's License Key field to activate it.
Which platform does it run on?
Both MetaTrader 4 (MT4) and MetaTrader 5 (MT5). One license covers both builds — download whichever you need. Note: the MT5 build requires a hedging-mode account (the retail default).
How many terminals can I activate?
Up to 2 terminals (for example a home PC and a VPS). The license binds to your MT4 account on first activation.
Does it trade automatically?
Yes — it is an expert advisor that executes its strategy automatically once attached and activated. You stay in control of risk via the inputs.
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