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Position Sizing Explained

One of the most common questions traders ask is:
how much should I risk per trade?The answer is not random. It depends on structure, consistency, and your ability to follow rules.

Why traders lose money

Most traders don’t blow accounts because of bad strategies.
They blow accounts because:

  • risk is inconsistent
  • position size is too large
  • losses are not controlled

Apply this with a calculator

Use the Forex Position Size Calculator to apply position sizing in real time.

Typical risk levels

Most traders use:

  • 0.5% (conservative)
  • 1% (balanced)
  • 2% (aggressive)