Position Size Calculator
Calculate optimal trade position size based on account balance, risk percentage, entry price, and stop-loss level.
How to Use the Position Size Calculator
- Enter your total account balance.
- Enter the percentage of your account you want to risk.
- Enter the planned entry price and stop-loss price.
Referencia Rápida
| De | A |
|---|---|
| $10K account, 2% risk | $200 max loss |
| $50K account, 1% risk | $500 max loss |
| $200 risk, $2 stop distance | 100 shares |
| Conservative risk | 0.5–1% per trade |
| Moderate risk | 1–2% per trade |
Casos de Uso
- •Managing risk on individual stock trades.
- •Sizing futures or forex positions appropriately.
- •Enforcing consistent risk management across trades.
Fórmula
Position Size = floor((Account × Risk% / 100) / |Entry − Stop Loss|).
Preguntas Frecuentes
What risk percentage should I use?
Most traders risk 1–2% per trade. Never risk more than you can afford to lose.
Does this work for short positions?
Yes, the calculator uses the absolute difference between entry and stop-loss.
Is it free?
Yes, all calculators are completely free.