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Detailed Instructions: Trend Following Calculator
Why use this calculator?
To backtest moving average or excess return strategies on specific tickers and compare them against a buy-and-hold approach. This helps in understanding if a trend-following overlay could reduce drawdowns or enhance returns for a given asset.
How to use it
Enter a valid stock ticker symbol (e.g., QQQ, SPY) and select a strategy method (Excess Return or Moving Average). Click "Run Analysis" to generate a detailed HTML report.
Example Inputs
Try these inputs to interpret the results correctly:
| Parameter | Example Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Ticker | QQQ | The stock ticker symbol to analyze (e.g., QQQ, SPY). Only a single ticker can be entered. |
| Strategy Method | Excess Return | The strategy to simulate (Excess Return or Moving Average). |
Example Output