Handeltest

Handeltest is a term used in discussions of trade and finance to denote a standardized assessment framework for evaluating the performance of trading systems, market simulations, or trade policy proposals. The word combines 'handel', a root meaning trade in several languages, with 'test'. In practice, handeltest refers to controlled experiments or backtests that aim to compare strategies, instruments, or regulatory scenarios under common assumptions.

Methodology typically involves a defined set of market scenarios, a fixed set of assets, and a predefined rule set for order execution and data handling. Metrics captured include profitability, risk metrics (volatility, drawdown, value at risk), efficiency (execution latency, slippage), and resilience (drawdown recovery, performance under stress scenarios). Many implementations use synthetic or historical data, with transparent parameter settings to enable reproducibility.

Applications: researchers and practitioners employ handeltest to benchmark algorithmic trading strategies, compare market microstructure models, or evaluate potential policy interventions such as transaction taxes, circuit breakers, or liquidity provision schemes. It can be contrasted with backtesting, live testing, or forward testing, each with different data and risk assumptions.

Limitations: results depend on data quality, model assumptions, and the chosen market scenarios; overfitting to the test design and unrealistic execution costs can distort conclusions.

See also: backtesting, stress testing, algorithmic trading, market microstructure, risk metrics.

If the term is used in a specific project or organization, look for official documentation to understand the exact scope and definitions used.