Overview
As holiday promotions arrive, traders face attractive discounts and bundled offers. The current campaign from FXAutomater mirrors past Black Friday moves: steep markdowns and a free bonus EA — Trend Matrix EA. Seasonal sales are a good chance to expand an EA portfolio, but due diligence is essential.
What to check before buying
- Performance transparency: request verified backtests and live track records.
- Broker compatibility: confirm the EA runs on your platform and broker; many traders pair EAs with IC Markets for liquidity and execution.
- Risk settings: review stop-loss, lot-sizing, and drawdown controls.
- Support & updates: ensure vendor provides updates and clear installation guides.
How to test a purchased EA
- Demo testing: run the EA on a demo account for several market conditions.
- Backtest and forward test: compare historical backtests with forward testing on low risk.
- VPS and latency: use a Forex VPS to reduce slippage and downtime.
- Small live allocation: start with a small balance before scaling.
Holiday sale tips
- Compare prices: the FXAutomater Users Special Offer often lists lower prices than the main site.
- Bonus selection: if you already own Trend Matrix EA, vendors may allow choosing an alternative bonus EA.
- Beware of overtrading: holiday liquidity can be thin; adjust EA risk profiles accordingly.
Conclusion
Seasonal discounts can be valuable for traders seeking tested automated strategies. Treat each purchase as an investment: verify results, test thoroughly, and manage risk with conservative sizing and VPS hosting. Wishing traders profitable and disciplined trading into the new year.
