Documentation - Pyramiding

On the Psyll platform, there are two main types of trading bots:

Single-position bots - open only one position per signal and do not use a pyramiding mechanism. They are suitable for users who prefer simpler strategies with limited risk. Once the position is closed, the bot does not increase exposure in the same direction.
Pyramiding bots - systematically add additional positions in the direction of an existing trade, increasing total market exposure. The pyramiding mechanism can enhance potential profits during favorable trends but requires careful capital management and precise determination of individual position size.

On each bot’s page, the Pyramiding Analysis is available, allowing users to track the historical use of the pyramiding mechanism in that bot’s trades. This feature is accessible both directly from the bot panel and from the dedicated bot management panel. Data is presented as both a chart and a statistical summary, enabling quick assessment of how often the bot maintains a specific number of positions simultaneously.

Data view and interpretation

Position over time chart - shows the number of positions maintained by the bot across consecutive trades. Each point represents the moment a position is opened or increased. This allows a visual assessment of whether the bot behaves cautiously or engages in intensive pyramiding.
Frequency table - shows how many times the bot held a specific number of positions. These insights help evaluate the actual use of pyramiding compared to the set limit and adjust capital strategy accordingly.

For pyramiding bots, total capital exposure is calculated as the product of the size of a single position and the number of additional positions in pyramiding. This structure allows users to anticipate the maximum investment level in a trading session, which is essential for maintaining financial discipline and aligning with personal risk tolerance.

It is important to note that pyramiding statistics - such as the number of entries, maximum exposure, and the effectiveness of each pyramid stage - are only available for pyramiding bots. This section is not visible for single-position bots.

Calculating capital exposure

Total capital exposure = single position size × maximum pyramiding positions

Example:

Single position size: $100
Maximum pyramiding: 10 positions

Maximum capital exposure: $100 × 10 = $1000

In practice, bots rarely reach the full pyramiding range because they operate based on protective mechanisms and current market conditions. Psyll provides advanced statistics, including the average number of positions in pyramiding and actual capital exposure, enabling real-time strategy monitoring.

Practical example

User sets a bot with a single position of $200.
Maximum pyramiding limit: 8 positions.
During the session, the bot opens the first position for $200, then adds three more positions of $200 each.

Total capital exposure: $200 × 4 positions = $800

Through pyramiding, the average entry price can be lowered, potentially increasing profits during favorable market movements.

Position size and risk level

The size of a single position and the level of pyramiding directly affect the risk profile and potential profit. For an initial capital of $1000 and a maximum pyramiding of 8 positions, three strategy profiles can be defined:

Aggressive strategy: Single position size: $500 Maximum pyramiding: 2 positions High risk and high potential profit, minimal safety buffer
Balanced strategy: Single position size: $200 Maximum pyramiding: 5 positions Optimal balance between profit and risk control
Conservative strategy: Single position size: $100 Maximum pyramiding: 10 positions Large capital buffer for price fluctuations and additional trades, minimizing risk

Pyramiding considerations

Capital planning: Ensure your account has sufficient funds to cover the maximum exposure resulting from pyramiding.
Risk-reward balance: Too large a position size may lead to significant losses in adverse market conditions.
Monitoring statistics: Psyll provides detailed data on the number of positions and capital exposure, allowing performance evaluation in real time.
Strategy testing: Experimenting with different position sizes helps find the optimal settings for your trading style.

Pyramiding planner

The Pyramiding Planner is an advanced tool available in the bot panel that allows users to plan their investment by defining how much capital to allocate to the bot strategy and how aggressive the trading approach should be. The system analyzes historical bot behavior and generates various pyramiding scenarios, enabling users to evaluate risk, costs, and potential performance before running the bot.

Planner functionalities

Define the amount of capital allocated to the bot.
Automatically generate different pyramiding strategies based on historical bot data
Clear summary of position counts, unit position size, and maximum pyramiding level
Assess the aggressiveness of strategies and associated risk levels
Adjust strategies according to your own risk tolerance and preferred trading style

Pyramiding Planner strategies

Dynamic Aggressor - Extreme risk The most aggressive strategy in the Pyramiding Planner. Uses the minimum pyramiding level derived from the bot’s average pyramiding. Offers the highest potential profit during favorable market moves but carries very high risk. Ideal for users who prefer an aggressive approach and are prepared for significant portfolio fluctuations.
Tactical Risk - Very high risk Extends the aggressive configuration by increasing the number of positions, improving risk-adjusted exposure. Allows higher potential profit while keeping total capital exposure controlled. Suitable for users who want to actively utilize pyramiding without excessive risk.
Balanced Growth - High risk A balanced strategy providing steady portfolio growth with moderate risk. The number of pyramid stages allows flexible adaptation to market conditions. Ideal for users seeking gradual scaling of investments, achieving stable profits with controlled risk.
Ultra-Conservative - Medium risk A cautious strategy that uses pyramiding in a controlled way. Maintains a safety buffer against unfavorable market moves while still benefiting from the pyramiding mechanism. Suitable for investors preferring moderate risk and steady capital growth.
Capital Fortress - Low risk The safest strategy in the Pyramiding Planner. Utilizes the full pyramiding limit, spreading investments across multiple smaller positions to minimize the risk of large losses. Designed for users focused on long-term capital protection and stable portfolio growth while fully using the pyramiding mechanism.

Summary

Pyramiding on the Psyll platform is a key component of trading strategies. Through historical analysis, bot panel statistics, and the Pyramiding Planner, users can consciously determine the number of entries and position sizes, optimizing strategies for their investment goals. Thoughtful pyramiding planning allows maximizing profits while minimizing risk, making Psyll a versatile tool for traders of all experience levels.

With Pyramiding Analysis, users can make informed decisions about bot settings, adjusting strategies to match their risk tolerance and desired trading style. Pyramiding Analysis is also available within the Pyramiding Planner.

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