PositionProfit

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Returns a numerical value, indicating the total profit or loss for all closed trades the specified position.

Usage

PositionProfit(PosBack)

Where:

PosBack - a numerical expression, specifying the position:
0 - open position;
1 - one position back (the last position closed);
2 - two positions back, etc.

If PosBack is not specified, a value for the open position will be returned.

Notes

  • This function can only be used in signals.

Example

PositionProfit

Will return a value of 0 if the current position is flat.

PositionProfit(0)

Will return a value of 5 if the sum of the closed trades profit of the open position is $5.

PositionProfit(1)

Will return a value of -5 if the most recently closed position has generated a loss of $5.