Position Size Calculator

Size your trades by risk: enter account balance, risk percentage and stop-loss distance to get the correct lot size.

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Sizing positions by risk

Position size = (balance × risk %) ÷ (stop-loss in pips × pip value per lot). Risking a small fixed percentage per trade keeps any single loss manageable. The result ignores spread, commission and slippage, which increase the real loss if your stop is hit.

Risk warning: CFDs and leveraged forex are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. Most retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs. Consider whether you understand how they work and whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Read more.