Z-Score Mean Reversion

Futures Advanced NIFTY Futures BANKNIFTY Futures Stock Futures MCX Futures

Range-Bound Markets or Trending Markets with Statistical Extremes

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Quick Reference

Strategy Type Statistical Mean Reversion Using Standard Deviation Analysis
Market Outlook Range-Bound Markets or Trending Markets with Statistical Extremes
Risk Profile Defined Risk Using Statistical Levels and ATR
Reward Profile Good R:R on Reversion Trades from Statistical Extremes
Time Horizon Short-term to Swing Trading (2-15 days typical)
Capital Requirement Medium (Futures Margin Required)
Margin Type SPAN + Exposure Margin for Futures
Best Used When Price reaches statistically extreme levels (Z-Score beyond ±2) with reversion confirmation

When to Use This Strategy

Price reaches statistically extreme levels (Z-Score beyond ±2) with reversion confirmation

India-Specific Notes

Lot Sizes

NIFTY 25 units per lot
BANKNIFTY 15 units per lot
Stock Futures Varies by stock

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