Strategy Update

Trading System Signals on 10-12-2026

David Bean

Algorithmic Futures Research

Trading System Signals for October 12, 2026

The stock market was open while the bond market was closed on Columbus Day. The best trades of the day were the short trades from NQ Open Range and NQ Pulse. 

It was another intra-day pattern where it felt like the trend didn't complete its cycle until the night session. As of the pre-market for Tuesday's trade on October 13, 2026, we see the Nasdaq futures down more than -200 points.

Hypothetical Trading System Signals — October 12, 2026

Portfolio / System Hypothetical Result
18 System Portfolio NQ +$305
7 System Portfolio NQ +$1,500
3 System Portfolio NQ +$940
2 System Portfolio NQ -$1,055
Diversified Portfolio 57 — 21 NQ Only +$305

 

Risk Disclosure: Hypothetical performance results have many inherent limitations. No representation is being made that any account will or is likely to achieve profits or losses similar to those shown. Actual results may differ materially from hypothetical results. Futures trading involves substantial risk and is not suitable for all investors. Past performance, whether actual or hypothetical, is not necessarily indicative of future results. Drawdown figures are based on end-of-day calculations and do not reflect intraday drawdowns. Only risk capital should be used for futures trading.