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EA Trading Blog

In-depth guides on running Expert Advisors on prop firm accounts, from choosing the right firm to passing the challenge and getting funded.

April 15, 2026 · 6 min read

Does FundedNext Allow EA Trading? (2026 Rules Explained)

Yes, with conditions. HFT and tick scalping are banned. The Stellar model has a news restriction. Full breakdown of what is allowed and which account type to choose.

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April 11, 2026 · 8 min read

FTMO vs FundedNext for Algo Traders 2026

EA rules, drawdown structure, profit split, payouts, and scaling compared side by side. Which prop firm suits your MT5 Expert Advisor strategy?

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April 9, 2026 · 8 min read

How to Add a News Filter to Your MT5 EA

Step-by-step MQL5 code for calendar-based and time-based news filters. Timezone alignment, configurable buffers, and which prop firms require them.

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April 8, 2026 · 7 min read

Best MT5 Prop Firms with No News Restrictions 2026

Which prop firms allow news trading on MT5 in 2026? Ranked by restriction policy, from fully unrestricted to time-windowed to banned entirely.

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April 7, 2026 · 8 min read

MT5 EA Backtesting Guide for Prop Traders 2026

Real tick data, drawdown mapping, walk-forward testing, and the metrics that determine whether your EA will survive a prop firm challenge.

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April 4, 2026 · 7 min read

FundedNext EA Rules Explained 2026

What Expert Advisors are allowed on FundedNext, the Stellar model news restriction, and how to configure your MT5 EA before starting the challenge.

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April 2, 2026 · 6 min read

Static vs Trailing Drawdown for EA Traders

Same 10% limit, completely different risk for your EA. Learn which drawdown type suits automated strategies and which firms use which.

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March 28, 2026 · 9 min read

How to Pass a Prop Firm Challenge with an EA

Step-by-step guide to configuring your MT5 Expert Advisor for prop firm compliance. Risk settings, news filters, backtesting, and what to monitor during the challenge.

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March 27, 2026 · 7 min read

FTMO EA Rules Explained 2026

Complete guide to FTMO EA rules. What Expert Advisors are allowed, what gets you flagged, the 2-minute news rule, and the Swing account exception.

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March 25, 20268 min read

Best Prop Firms for EA Trading in 2026

Ranked and filtered for MT5 algo traders. EA rules, drawdown types, platforms, and which firms to avoid when running automated strategies.

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