Backtest WTI Oil
West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil is the primary US oil benchmark. It is driven by OPEC decisions, US inventory data, and global growth expectations.
Key Facts
How to Backtest WTI Oil
To backtest WTI Oil, you need a platform with historical price data for this instrument. Here are the recommended approaches:
- 1 Open StrategyTune and select WTI%20Oil from the instrument list
- 2 Choose your preferred timeframe and starting date
- 3 Use replay controls to step through price history
- 4 Place simulated trades and track your results
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