FxMagnetic 1.8.0 Update Expands Trading Suite with Breakout Systems and Strategy Performance Visualization

London, UK – March 16, 2026 — Rimantas Petrauskas has announced the global release of FxMagnetic 1.8.0, introducing new functionality aimed at improving automated trading, strategy validation, and execution control for participants in forex markets and proprietary trading programs. The update includes two new applications—FxMagnetic Breakout Trader and FxMagnetic Equity Simulator—alongside usability improvements across the Scanner and Autotrader components.

The release reflects increasing demand for tools that allow traders to test ideas thoroughly before applying them in live environments, particularly where risk limits and structured trading rules must be followed.

Breakout Trader Adds Structured Entry Logic

The newly introduced FxMagnetic Breakout Trader focuses on strategies built around price breakouts from defined ranges. The tool supports several widely used approaches, including:

• Session-based breakouts during London and New York trading hours
• Opening range breakout strategies
• Custom-defined breakout zones based on user input

By combining visual backtesting with automated execution, traders can evaluate how breakout setups perform under different market conditions and deploy them using predefined rules. The integration with FxMagnetic’s existing infrastructure ensures that testing conditions remain consistent with live execution.

Equity Curve Visualization for Strategy Assessment

A second major addition in version 1.8.0 is the FxMagnetic Equity Simulator, designed to convert trade data into a continuous equity curve based on configurable risk parameters.

This feature provides a broader perspective on strategy performance by highlighting patterns such as drawdowns, recovery periods, and long-term growth trends. It is particularly useful for traders working within prop firm evaluation frameworks, where consistency often outweighs short-term gains.

“Looking at a sequence of trades as an equity curve helps identify strengths and weaknesses that are not always visible in isolated results,” commented a member of the FxMagnetic development team. “It adds another dimension to strategy evaluation.”

Execution Flexibility and Workflow Improvements

Several updates in version 1.8.0 enhance execution control and usability:

• Trading Mode Toggle
  A new interface button allows switching between automatic execution and manual confirmation. The system now initializes in manual mode, reducing the likelihood of unintended trades when signals are already active.
• Daylight Saving Time Adjustment Parameter
  Trading sessions can now be shifted automatically during weeks when U.S. and European daylight saving schedules are misaligned, ensuring accurate session-based strategies.
• Structured File Organization for Optimization Results
  Backtest and optimization outputs are now stored in date-based folders, making it easier to locate and review previous tests.

These enhancements aim to support traders managing multiple strategies or accounts while maintaining clarity and control over execution.

A Continued Focus on Data-Driven Trading

The FxMagnetic Suite is built around the concept of structured, rule-based trading supported by visual backtesting and automation. By combining breakout strategy tools with equity-based performance analysis, version 1.8.0 strengthens the platform’s ability to support traders operating under real-world constraints.

“The combination of strategy automation and performance visualization is becoming increasingly important as traders seek more disciplined approaches,” a product representative noted. “This update contributes to that direction.”

FxMagnetic 1.8.0 is now available worldwide. More information about the update and the full range of tools can be found at FxMagnetic.

Media Contact

Rimantas Petrauskas
Founder, FxMagnetic
Email: support@fxmagnetic.com
Website: https://www.fxmagnetic.com