Profit & Loss Calculator
Calculate potential profits or losses before entering a trade to make informed decisions.
Calculator
Enter your trade parameters to calculate potential profit or loss.
Results
Your calculated profit or loss for this trade.
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Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates based on your inputs. Actual profits or losses may vary due to spreads, commissions, and market slippage.
Understanding Profit & Loss Calculations
Learn how profit and loss are calculated in forex trading
Profit and loss in forex trading depends on three key factors:
1. Price Movement: The difference between entry and exit price
2. Position Size: The number of lots traded
3. Pip Value: The monetary value of each pip movement
The basic formula is:
For long (buy) positions, you profit when the price goes up. For short (sell) positions, you profit when the price goes down.
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Why Calculate Profit & Loss?
Risk/Reward Ratio
Knowing potential profit vs. potential loss helps you determine if a trade is worth taking.
Account Growth
Consistent profitability comes from managing losses and letting winners run. Calculation is key.
Emotional Control
Knowing the exact outcome scenarios reduces anxiety and prevents panic closing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is profit calculated?
Profit = (Exit Price - Entry Price) * Position Size * Pip Value. For short trades, the formula is reversed.
Does this include fees?
No. This calculator estimates gross profit/loss. You must subtract spreads, commissions, and swap fees for the net result.
What is a 'lot'?
A standard lot is 100,000 units. A mini lot is 10,000 units (0.1), and a micro lot is 1,000 units (0.01).