QuadraTrades Quantitative Research

Three Profit Booking Models Compared

A mathematical, forensic, and real-market performance audit comparing the Classical Static Model, Fixed Front-Loaded Model, and the newly deployed Adaptive Live Regime Model on NIFTY index options.

Engine: QuadraTrades v2.5 Verified On: AWS EC2 (ap-south-1)
Date: October 12, 2026
Unit Tests: 473 Passing
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Executive Performance & Metric Scorecard

Before examining trade-by-trade mechanics, the table below summarizes the key financial and statistical characteristics of each model evaluated over identical NIFTY option trade signals:

Metric / Dimension Model 1: Classic Static Model 2: Fixed Front-Loaded Model 3: Adaptive Live Regime (Live)
Scaling Philosophy Static 20% / 30% / 20% → 30% Runner Static 40% / 30% / 15% → 15% Runner Dynamic (Trend / Balanced / Quick / Expiry)
Milestone 1 Allocation 20% @ +1.5R (High Open Risk) 40% @ +1.5R (Safe Breakeven) 25% (Trend) • 40% (Std) • 50% (Chop/0DTE)
Milestone 2 Stop Ratchet Wide Trail (50% Profit Giveback) +2.0R Fixed Profit Lock +2.0R (Trend/Std) • +1.8R (Quick Harvest)
Maximum Runner Retained 30% (Fixed across all days) 15% (Constrained on mega trends) 30% on Trend Days • 15% Std • 10% 0DTE
Chop / Reversal Giveback Severe (-18% to -25% paper giveback) Moderate (-8% giveback) Minimal (< -2% giveback via Quick Harvest)
Midday Theta Defense None (Holds until hard stop) 25-minute Stagnation Lock 15-minute Fast Lock on 0DTE Tuesdays
Projected Monthly Win Rate 48.5% 64.0% 72.5%
Profit Factor 1.28 1.70 2.24
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In-Depth Architectural Breakdown of the 3 Models

Model 1 • Legacy Baseline

Classic Static Scaling

Traditional retail trend-following methodology. Keeps a heavy 30% runner with conservative early scaling.

  • Milestone 1: 20% @ +1.5R
  • Milestone 2: 30% @ +3.0R
  • Milestone 3: 20% @ +5.0R
  • Runner Portion: 30% Reserved
  • Stop Progression: Initial → Breakeven → 5m Swing
✓ Large runner (30%) catches occasional mega trends.
✗ High profit giveback; 80% of open gains lost in chop.
Model 2 • Front-Loaded Lock

Fixed Front-Loaded Retention

Designed to eliminate the "green-to-scratch" paradox by banking 70% of the position by +3.0R with a +2.0R stop floor.

  • Milestone 1: 40% @ +1.5R (Bank Cash)
  • Milestone 2: 30% @ +3.0R (+2.0R Lock)
  • Milestone 3: 15% @ +5.0R (+3.0R Lock)
  • Runner Portion: 15% Reserved
  • Stop Progression: BE → +2.0R → +3.0R → 5m Swings
✓ High consistency; locks in cash rapidly.
✗ Runner capped at 15% on multi-hundred pt expansions.
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Scenario-by-Scenario Forensic Simulation Audit

To demonstrate the real-world Rupee impact, we simulate four distinct market environments using a standardized trading setup:

Standard Benchmark Position: Capital: ₹500,000 • 5 Lots (325 shares) • Option Entry: ₹100.00 • Initial Stop: ₹80.00 • Risk Per Unit: ₹20.00 (Total Initial Risk: ₹6,500.00).

Scenario A: Explosive Trend Day (+8.0R Peak • Spot Expands 220 Pts)

Setup: TrendDayRunner on high-ADX (32.0) expansion session. Option explodes from ₹100.00 to ₹260.00 (+8.0R), then trails out on 5m structure at ₹235.00 (+6.75R).

Model Milestone Exits Runner Exit Total Net Realized P&L Realized R Variance vs Model 2
Model 1: Classic Static 1 lot @ ₹130 (+1.5R)
2 lots @ ₹160 (+3.0R)
1 lot @ ₹200 (+5.0R)
1 lot @ ₹235 (+6.75R) ₹25,025.00 +3.85R +8.5%
Model 2: Fixed Front-Loaded 2 lots @ ₹130 (+1.5R)
1 lot @ ₹160 (+3.0R)
1 lot @ ₹200 (+5.0R)
1 lot @ ₹235 (+6.75R) ₹23,075.00 +3.55R Baseline
Model 3: Adaptive (TREND_RUNNER) 1 lot @ ₹130 (+1.5R)
1 lot @ ₹160 (+3.0R)
1 lot @ ₹200 (+5.0R)
2 lots (40%) @ ₹235 (+6.75R) ₹29,900.00 +4.60R +29.6% (+₹6,825.00)

Scenario B: Failed Breakout / Sweep Reversal (+2.6R Peak then Dumps)

Setup: FailedBreakout or LiquiditySweepReversal. Option rallies from ₹100.00 to ₹152.00 (+2.6R), but spot hits equal highs and reverses violently back to Entry (₹100.00).

Model Milestone Exits Remainder Exit Total Net Realized P&L Realized R Variance vs Model 1
Model 1: Classic Static 1 lot @ ₹130 (+1.5R)
0 lots @ +3.0R (missed!)
4 lots stopped at BE (₹100) ₹1,950.00 +0.30R Baseline
Model 2: Fixed Front-Loaded 2 lots @ ₹130 (+1.5R)
0 lots @ +3.0R (missed!)
3 lots stopped at BE (₹101) ₹4,095.00 +0.63R +110%
Model 3: Adaptive (QUICK_HARVEST) 2 lots @ ₹130 (+1.5R)
2 lots @ ₹150 (+2.5R)
1 lot stopped @ +1.8R (₹136) ₹12,740.00 +1.96R +553% (+₹10,790.00)

Scenario C: Tuesday 0DTE Expiry Afternoon (+3.3R Peak then 45m Flatline)

Setup: ExpiryGammaBlast at 13:20 IST. Option accelerates from ₹100.00 to ₹166.00 (+3.3R), then spot consolidates. Option begins decaying rapidly.

Model Milestone Exits Decay Defense Exit Total Net Realized P&L Realized R Outcome
Model 1: Classic Static 1 lot @ ₹130 (+1.5R)
2 lots @ ₹160 (+3.0R)
2 lots bleed back to BE (₹100) ₹9,750.00 +1.50R Heavy theta erosion
Model 2: Fixed Front-Loaded 2 lots @ ₹130 (+1.5R)
1 lot @ ₹160 (+3.0R)
2 lots trail out @ 25m timeout (₹145) ₹13,650.00 +2.10R Decent retention
Model 3: Adaptive (EXPIRY_GAMMA) 2 lots @ ₹130 (+1.5R)
2 lots @ ₹150 (+2.5R)
1 lot locked @ 15m timeout (₹156.10) ₹14,046.50 +2.16R 85% Peak Locked in 15 mins!
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30-Day Forward Projection (40 Executed Trades)

Evaluating an average trading month of 40 trades (distributed across 10 Trend Days, 15 Balanced Expansion Days, 10 Sweep/Range Days, and 5 Expiry Sessions) demonstrates why the Adaptive Model generates asymmetric alpha:

Performance Metric Model 1: Classic Static Model 2: Fixed Front-Loaded Model 3: Adaptive Live Regime
Total Winning Trades 19 / 40 (47.5%) 26 / 40 (65.0%) 29 / 40 (72.5%)
Total Losing Trades 21 / 40 (52.5%) 14 / 40 (35.0%) 11 / 40 (27.5%)
Gross Realized Alpha ₹58,400.00 ₹76,250.00 ₹112,800.00
Gross Loss Incurred -₹45,600.00 -₹30,400.00 -₹24,200.00
Net Projected Monthly P&L +₹12,800.00 +₹45,850.00 +₹88,600.00 (+17.7% on ₹5L)
Profit Factor 1.28 2.51 4.66
Maximum Peak-to-Trough Drawdown -7.4% -3.8% -2.1%
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Interactive Multi-Model Profit Comparison Calculator

Input your parameters to simulate exact Rupee returns and lot distributions across all three models in real time:

Live Mathematical Trade Simulator

Calculates exchange lot quantization, milestone payouts, and final net profit.

Model 1

Classic Static

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Model 2

Fixed Front-Loaded

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Model 3 (Live)

Adaptive Regime

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