The Stop Hunter Research Library

Research & Insights.

Trading technology, quantitative methods and applied market research — translated into practical frameworks for serious independent traders.

Renko · Probability · Market structure · Automation · Futures · Options
TSH Research Console
Charting systemsRenko & market structure

Non-time-based chart construction, order flow, volume and state analysis.

Active R&D
Quantitative methodsProbability & expectancy

Distributions, edge, risk, volatility and decision-making under uncertainty.

Applied research
System engineeringBacktesting & automation

Research architecture, strategy validation and research-to-live execution.

Development
MarketsFutures & derivatives

Contract mechanics, curves, volatility, options structure and execution.

Research library
“Algorithmic trading guru.”
Society of Technical Analysts
Experience30+ years in financial markets
AuthorityPublished trading author
QualificationMSTA technical analyst
FocusResearch, systems and trading technology
Research into working technology

Renko Footprint Charts.

Research is not confined to articles. The Stop Hunter develops new trading technology where conventional retail tools stop — including footprint analysis built directly into completed Renko bricks.

  • Bid and ask volume inside each Renko brick
  • Brick delta and cumulative delta
  • Absorption, confirmation and exhaustion states
  • Historical interaction and non-time-based chart navigation
  • Purpose-built NinjaTrader implementation
The Stop Hunter Renko Footprint Charts
Complete Library

Browse by research field.

The existing article library remains intact, but it is now organised around research, technology and applied market understanding rather than a generic education journey.

Renko & Market Structure

CHARTING · STRUCTURE · STRATEGY
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Renko analysis

8 Best Indicators for Renko Charts in Futures Trading

Choosing tools that add direction, momentum, volatility and structure rather than duplicate information.

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Chart design

How to Choose the Correct Renko Block Size

Connect brick size to volatility, holding period, signal frequency and robust strategy testing.

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Market structure

5 Reasons to Use Renko Charts for Futures Trading

Cleaner trends, reduced visual noise, clearer pullbacks and stronger foundations for systematic rules.

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Strategy research

Renko Donchian Breakout Strategy for Futures Trading

A structured breakout framework using Donchian channels, Renko confirmation and futures-specific risk controls.

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Renko technology and software

Explore the current software releases, starter packs and research-led tools developed specifically for Renko traders.

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Probability, Edge & Risk

EXPECTANCY · UNCERTAINTY · CONTROL
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Trading edge

Trading Expectancy Explained: Win Rate, Reward-to-Risk and Edge

How average wins, average losses, probability and risk combine to determine long-term strategy quality.

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Probability trading research

New work is being developed around distributions, standard deviation, expected move, volatility regimes and probability-led trade design.

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Systems, Backtesting & Automation

RESEARCH · VALIDATION · EXECUTION
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Strategy testing

How to Backtest a Trading Strategy Properly: From Visual Testing to Python

Visual testing, NinjaTrader Strategy Analyzer, Python, walk-forward analysis, Monte Carlo testing and live validation.

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From research idea to live engine

Systematic work covers signal specification, data integrity, execution assumptions, broker APIs, monitoring and backtest-to-live parity.

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Futures & Derivatives

CONTRACTS · CURVES · EXECUTION
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Advanced futures

Curves, Spreads, Contango and Backwardation

Futures curves, calendar spreads, WTI versus Brent, refinery economics and relative-value trading.

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Contract mechanics

Micro Futures Explained: Contract Sizes, Tick Values and Real Risk

Exact multipliers, tick values, margin traps and worked MES, MNQ, Gold and WTI examples.

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UK futures

Can You Trade Futures from the UK?

Direct market access, account currency, margin and broker considerations for UK-based traders.

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Execution

Futures Order Types Explained

Market, limit, stop-market, stop-limit, MIT, OCO and time-in-force in real futures execution.

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Simulation

How to Practise Futures Trading

Simulation, market replay, demo accounts, order testing and the limitations of simulated fills.

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Options research

Trading Options for a Living

Probability, volatility, Greeks, spreads, defined-risk structures and disciplined trade design.

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Platforms & Trading Technology

NINJATRADER · SOFTWARE · SIMULATION
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Platform analysis

NinjaTrader Review: Features, Strengths, Weaknesses and Who It Suits

Desktop, Web and Mobile trading, simulation, replay, custom tools and strategy development.

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Access professional software through partner routes

Qualifying new NinjaTrader and IG users can access substantial Stop Hunter software packs through the dedicated partner routes.

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Video Research

LONG-FORM · CHART STUDIES · DEMONSTRATION
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90-minute guide

Learn to Trade Futures

A complete introduction to contracts, markets, platforms, leverage, execution and risk.

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Renko video

8 Best Indicators for Renko Charts

Direction, momentum and structure without duplicating information.

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Renko video

How to Choose the Correct Renko Block Size

Volatility, signal frequency, chart speed and robustness.

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Renko video

5 Reasons to Use Renko Charts

Cleaner trends, reduced noise, clearer pullbacks and objective rules.

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Strategy video

Renko Donchian Breakout Strategy

Channel breaks, Renko confirmation and futures-specific risk controls.

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Research into practice

Access the software behind the work.

Qualifying new users can access professional trading software through selected partner routes. Full eligibility, tracking and claim requirements are shown on the dedicated pages.

NinjaTrader partner route

Renko Starter Pack

Renko Footprint Charts, specialist Renko indicators, VWAP tools, calculator, books, masterclass and implementation guidance.

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IG partner route

IG Index Starter Pack

A substantial software and research package for qualifying new IG customers using The Stop Hunter’s tracked route.

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Research is only useful when it improves decisions.

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Affiliate and risk disclosure: The Stop Hunter may receive compensation when qualifying users register or transact through selected tracked partner routes. Futures, options, forex, spread betting, CFDs and other leveraged products involve substantial risk and are not suitable for every investor. You may lose all or more than your initial investment. All content, research, software and education are provided for informational purposes and do not constitute financial advice, a recommendation, a signal service or a promise of profitability.
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