Trading Calculators
Professional-grade tools to size your positions, calculate pip values, plan your margin and estimate overnight swap costs. Free to use, no account required.
| Direction | Rate (pts/lot/night) | 1 Lot — 1 Night | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Select a symbol to see rates | |||
How to Use These Calculators
Understanding position sizing and risk management is the foundation of consistent profitable trading. Here is how to get the most from each tool.
Pip Value Calculator
Use this first to understand the monetary value of each pip for your chosen symbol and lot size. Pip value differs by symbol — a pip on EUR/USD with 1 lot is $10, but on USD/JPY it varies with price. Always know your pip value before entering a trade.
Lot Size Calculator
This is the most important calculator for risk management. Enter your account balance, the percentage you want to risk (typically 1% to 2%) and your stop loss in pips. The calculator will tell you exactly how many lots to trade so you never risk more than your limit.
Margin Calculator
Before opening a position, check how much margin your broker will lock up. High leverage means less margin required but amplifies both profits and losses. Use the leverage comparison table to understand how different leverage levels affect your required margin for the same trade.
Swap Calculator
Swap is the overnight financing cost or credit applied when you hold a position past the daily market close (typically 5pm New York time). For short-term traders this is irrelevant. For swing traders holding positions for days or weeks, swap costs can significantly affect profitability.
Risk Management Rule of Thumb
Never risk more than 1% to 2% of your account on any single trade. At 1% risk, you can sustain 50 consecutive losing trades before losing half your account. At 10% risk, just 7 losses wipes out the same amount. Position sizing is not optional — it is what keeps you in the game.