Position Size Calculator
Free position size calculator for Forex, crypto, and stocks. Enter your account balance, risk %, and stop distance to get the exact lot size or share count.
Position Size
Multiple methods (risk %, risk $, rule-based)Position sizing made simple
A position size calculator helps you keep risk consistent. Choose your account risk (e.g., 0.5% or 1%), set your stop distance, and calculate the position size that matches your rules.
- Size from risk %, not from “feeling”.
- Avoid oversizing during high volatility or news windows.
- Use the result to pre-plan before entry, not after.
FAQs
It’s for traders who want consistent risk management. Use it to plan position size, stops, and targets before you enter so the math is clear.
Yes. The concepts apply to MT5/Forex-style pricing. Exact results depend on your broker’s contract specs, symbol settings, and account currency.
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