Trade FTSE 100 with a bot
On AlgoBars you can build a FTSE 100 trading bot in plain English, with no-code blocks or in AlgoBarsX, backtest it free and run it 24/7 on AlgoBars servers without a VPS. One standard lot of FTSE100 on AlgoBars is 1 per index point. One point is worth £1 per lot. FTSE 100 is mostly moved by large UK companies, commodity prices and the British pound.
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Key facts
From the AlgoBars market list. Contract sizes and hours can differ at your broker.
| FTSE 100 | |
|---|---|
| Symbol on AlgoBars | FTSE100 |
| Standard lot | 1 per index point |
| Value of a move | One point is worth £1 per lot. |
| When it trades | Most active during London trading hours; extended hours depend on your broker. |
| What moves it | Large UK companies, commodity prices and the British pound. |
How to automate FTSE 100
- Describe your idea in plain English, or use no-code blocks or AlgoBarsX.
- Backtest it free, then walk-forward test it on data it has not seen.
- Set risk per trade and a daily loss limit.
- Switch it on. It runs 24/7 on your connected broker.
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Good to know
Trading involves significant risk of loss. Leveraged products can move against you quickly. Nothing here is financial advice.
Frequently asked questions
How much is one lot of FTSE 100 worth per move?
One point is worth £1 per lot.
Can I automate FTSE 100 trading for free?
Yes. Building and backtesting bots is free, and automation on integrated brokers is free.
When does FTSE 100 trade?
Most active during London trading hours; extended hours depend on your broker.